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American Legion Community Christmas Party to be Held December 3rd
The annual American Legion Post 147 Community Christmas Party will be Held December 3, 2023 at the Jasper Middle School’s Black Gymnasium.

SHOE SENSATION TO HOST 8th ANNUAL SOCKS FOR TROOPS FUNDRAISER
Shoe Sensation is collecting socks for members of the Military and local Veterans.

Jasper Christmas decorating contest returns
Jasper residents who enjoy decorating their homes in celebration of the Christmas season can enter the annual Jasper Christmas Decorating contest sponsored by the Jasper Chamber of Commerce and Jasper Jaycees.

Indiana Philanthropy Award goes to Vincennes University alumnus Bernie Niehaus
Bernie Niehaus, an esteemed alumnus of Vincennes University, is honored with the prestigious Indiana Philanthropy Award - Outstanding Philanthropist for his immense contributions to philanthropy and community development.

OUR PRECIOUS ANGELS GROUP HOLDING CANDLELIGHT VIGIL
THE OUR PRECIOUS ANGELS GROUP WILL HOLD THEIR ANNUAL CANDLELIGHT VIGIL SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10TH, AT 2:00 PM.

National Tax Security Awareness Week Reminders
As part of a larger effort to protect taxpayers against identity theft, the Internal Revenue Service and the Security Summit partners today reminded tax professionals to protect themselves and their client’s sensitive information, including putting in place written security plans and following new requirements to use multi-factor authentication.

Multiple Street Sections to be Closed to Thru Traffic for Milling and Paving Work
Due to milling and paving work, the following streets will be closed beginning on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, weather permitting.

Rear End Collision Totals One Vehicle in Jasper
A driver rear ended another Tuesday afternoon in Jasper.

Spinner steps down as OCRA executive director
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch announced today the resignation of Denny Spinner, executive director of
Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch announced today the resignation of Denny Spinner, executive director of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA).
the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs (OCRA).

Jasper Public Works Board Convenes for Meeting
This morning, Jasper’s public servants were hard at work as the Board of Public Works and Safety met in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Vincennes University to hold Mid-Year Commencement Dec. 2
Vincennes University will hold its 2023 Mid-Year Commencement at 11 a.m. ET on Saturday, Dec. 2, at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center, 20 W. Red Skelton Blvd.

Gov. Holcomb appoints Elise Nieshalla as the new State Comptroller
Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced today that he has selected Elise Nieshalla as the next State Comptroller. Nieshalla will replace State Comptroller Tera Klutz whose resignation is effective Nov. 30.

CELEBRATION SINGERS TO PRESENT FREE CHRISTMAS CONCERTS
The Celebration Singers Community Choir have announced their 2023 Christmas concert schedule.

New Albany Man Arrested for Felony Intimidation Following Traffic Stop
A New Albany man was arrested on felony intimidation charges and for pointing a firearm following an early morning traffic stop on Saturday.

TRACE ADKINS to Headline the 4th Annual Red, White, & Brauen Music Fest
Multi-Platinum Country Star TRACE ADKINS will headline the 4th Annual Red, White, & Brauen (RWB) Music Festival on Saturday, August 24, 2024.

Over 10 Lbs. of Methamphetamine Seized during Traffic Stop on I-64
Two women from St. Louis are facing charges after a traffic stop.

Projects, Mental Health, and Grant Discussed during GJCS School Board Meeting
Dubois County’s students have a lot to look forward to as last night, the school board for Greater Jasper Consolidated Schools met at Jasper High School in the Community Room to discuss a number of high priority agenda items affecting local students.


Ruth A. Harkness, 80, of Odon
Ruth A. Harkness, 80, of Odon, Indiana, passed from this life and entered eternity on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at the Memorial Health & Health Care Center in Jasper, IN.

Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center Names Amber Tempel as Next GARDENER Award Winner
Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center is excited to announce the next recipient of the GARDENER Award is Amber Tempel, CCMA.