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Updated Information on Mt. Vernon Fireworks Incident: Preliminary Autopsy Results
The Death of 11-year-old Camrynn McMichael has been ruled an accident.

Daviess County Health Department Hosting Back-to-School Bash
The Daviess County Health Department will be hosting a Back To School Immunization Event for incoming Kindergarten students-grade 12 on Saturday, July 30 from 10:00 AM 2:00 PM.

Indiana Department of Education Accepting Applications for Grant to Support Educator Pipeline
The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) announced that applications are now open for the Attract, Prepare, Retain (APR) Grant.

Excessive Heat Warning in Effect until 9PM
An excessive heat warning is in effect today, Wednesday July 6, until 9:00 pm EST.

Twelve Roads to close for Asphalt Pavement Preservation Projects (Liquid Road)
The Jasper Street Dept. along with contractor, Seal Master, will begin their annual Asphalt Pavement Preservation Projects (Liquid Road), beginning on Monday, July 11, barring any unforeseen events.

Governor Eric Holcomb directs flags to be flown at half-staff
Governor Eric J. Holcomb is directing flags in the State of Indiana to be flown at half-staff to honor and remember the victims of the horrific tragedy in Highland Park, IL.

Gov. Holcomb Makes Appointments to Various Boards and Commissions
Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced several appointments to various state boards and commissions.

Senators Braun, Cramer, Rubio, Scott (FL), Sullivan voice their concerns with provisions of USICA, recommend changes to better compete with China in letter to conferees
Today, Senator Mike Braun, Senator Kevin Cramer, Senator Dan Sullivan, Senator Rick Scott, and Senator Marco Rubio sent a letter to the Senate Conference Committee members appointed to reach an agreement related to H.R. 4521, the United States Innovation and Competition Act, outlining their concerns with provisions in the bill that would strip away tools for competing with China, and proposing changes to incentivize domestic investment.

Lt. Gov. Crouch, IHCDA announce statewide legal services with IBF
Lt. Governor Suzanne Crouch and The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority (IHCDA) are partnering with the Indiana Bar Foundation, Inc.

Mt. Vernon Boy Dies after Fireworks Incident
Indiana State Police, Mt. Vernon Police and the Posey County Coroner are currently investigating a fireworks incident that claimed the life of an 11-year-old Mt. Vernon boy.

Friends of the Ferdinand Library Second Saturday Basement Book Sale
The Friends of the Ferdinand Library will hold their Second Saturday Basement Book Sale on Saturday, July 9, from 10 am to 1 pm.

Huntingburg Man Arrested after Fleeing on Skateboard
The Jasper Police Department arrested a man after he fled from the scene of an accident on a skateboard.

Consumer Alert: Products Recalled in June
Attorney General Todd Rokita reminds Hoosiers to be aware of products that were recalled in June. Rokita says consumers should take full advantage of the solutions available for those who purchased the recalled items.

Local City Halls, Departments Closed on Monday July 4th
The City Halls and departments of Ferdinand, Huntingburg and Jasper will close in observance of Independence Day on Monday July 4th.

Messmer Column: Happy Independence Day
In this weeks column, State Senator Mark Messmer (R-Jasper) wishes everyone a Happy Independence Day.

Local Firework Safety Tips
In 2021, over 11,000 people across the United States were treated for firework related injuries, according to the CPCSC. That is an increase of 25% from 2006 and 2021.

Jasper Strassenfest Half Pot Booth Sales Kickoff on Thursday, July 7th
Jasper Strassenfest’s Half Pot event is back this year and the committee is ramping up ticket sales with set hours beginning Thursday, July 7th at their booth located in front of the Southgate Shopping Center in Jasper.

Sitio de Prueba COVID Del Condado De Dubois Permanentemente Cerrado a Partir del 7-1-2022
El 30 de junio del 2022, el sitio de pruebas de COVID del condado de Dubois se cerrará permanentemente al final del día laboral (4:00 PM).

Indiana Department of Education Announces Career Pathways Grant Recipients
The Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) today awarded 97 schools and community partners with more than $57 million in Explore, Engage and Experience (3E) grant funding.

Rotary Club of Jasper Names Joyce Fleck Club President
Joyce Fleck officially became the new president of the Rotary Club of Jasper for the 2022-2023 year at the club’s recent weekly meeting on Thursday, June 30.