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Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026: Strassenfest to celebrate 250th; State of Jasper; Bartels' military police bill advances; Updates on legislative session; more

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Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026

Issue #246

From Dubois County

Hey Reader,

I guess this is what it feels like when snow sticks around for more than two days. It’s been a while since we’ve had a stretch like this.

At least 15 years ago, I joined a group of four for a snowy run down the Blue River — a couple of kayaks and a canoe. I still remember leaving Huntingburg and seeing -2 degrees glowing on the Old National Bank digital sign.

The snow and ice had been hanging around for about a week by the time we went out that day.

But Indiana apparently had enough of the cold. Temperatures rose quickly, and about three-quarters of the way through our river run, we were dodging icefalls from overhanging treetops in sunny, 40-degree weather.

It was a great adventure.

Have a great day.

From Dubois County with love.

Matthew and Amy Crane

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​2026 State of Jasper​

​Lawmakers back away from a youth social media ban​

​Strassenfest honors America’s 250th in 2026 theme​

​Indiana National Guard ‘military police’ bill passes House​

​Concrete Supply, Seufert Construction & Universal Design Associates recognized for Merkley & Sons freezer project​

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​Letter: Smart air traffic control modernization strengthens American manufacturing​

​Pine Ridge Elementary School preschool and kindergarten round-up dates​

​Habitat for Humanity of Dubois County celebrating 22nd home completion​

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We have a community calendar full of great activities and events happening in Dubois County.

If you have an upcoming event you'd like the public to know about, please add it to our calendar.

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​Aaron A. Haller, 47, Jasper​

​James Ray Hildenbrand “Hildy”, 74, Ferdinand​

​Julie J. Diamond, 54, Loogootee​

​Ferdinand Park Department hiring for Seasonal Position​

​Jasper Group seeking Senior Director of Sales​

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