Medication Take-Back Event Results

On April 24, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Organizers counted a total of 255 local participants at the Jasper State Police Post and St. Anthony and Ireland Fire Department collection sites on Saturday, April 22nd.

Tri-Cap RSVP Director, Rachel Trabant, announced 419.1 pounds of discarded medications along with recycled cardboard and plastic bags. Each of these efforts reduces contamination of our water system and reduces risks for potential, accidental overdose or ingestion of outdated or incorrect medication.

Duff Road Closure Announced

On April 24, 2023 By Jared Atkins

The Dubois County Highway Department advised that Duff Road Southeast, between 600 West and 650 West, will close on Tuesday, April 25th, 2023 for concrete work.

Two-Vehicle Accident Leaves Both a Total Loss

On April 24, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Units with the Jasper Police Department responded to an accidentRead More

Bicknell Couple Arrested on Neglect Charges

On April 21, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Jasper — (Knox County) The Indiana State Police began aRead More

Ferdinand Kiwanis American Flag Project Continues

On April 20, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Following 195 American flags placed throughout the town of Ferdinand last year, The Ferdinand Kiwanis is gearing up for their 2023 Avenue of American Flags project. The organization places flags at residences and businesses on six flag holidays including Memorial Day, Flag Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day through September 11th, and Veteran’s Day.

Indiana Achieves HPAI-Free Status for Poultry

On April 19, 2023 By Jared Atkins

The export and international trade of Indiana poultry products hasRead More

Gulf Hypoxia Program Awards ISDA Over $1.7 Million

On April 19, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Created under the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to help states’ nutrient reduction strategy efforts, the US EPA has awarded the Indiana State Department of Agriculture’s (ISDA) Soil Conservation District $1,713,333 through the Gulf Hypoxia Program.

City of Jasper Spring Hydrant Flushing – Reminder

On April 19, 2023 By Jared Atkins

The spring hydrant flushing and maintenance program will continue Monday through Friday, from 7:30 until 3:00 p.m., over the next several weeks until all city hydrants have been serviced.

Local Students Welcomed to Statehouse as Page Participants

On April 19, 2023 By Jared Atkins

Northeast Dubois High School students Akayla Eichmiller and Savannah McIntosh, along with Noah Dilger of Heritage Hills High School and Pike Central Middle School’s Isaiah Harvey spent the day touring the historic building, observing debates from the Senate floor, and interacting with Senator Messmer. The program offers 6th-12th grade students the unique opportunity to receive one excused absence and serve as a Senate Page one day per legislative session.