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Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026

Issue #381

From Dubois County

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Here are today's headlines.

We've also got a letter to the editor from a senior at Forest Park High School asking for support to continue the referendum.

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​Jasper RDC moves Indiana Furniture apartment project a step closer to $1 million in TIF help​

​Commissioners discuss forming a planning commission​

​Dubois County Commissioners discuss solar updates​

​Indiana tallies $13M boost off ‘blackout’ license plate sales, invests in BMV modernization​

​McDonald’s hosting Coffee with a Cop on October 7​

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​Letter: Southeast Referendum won’t create new taxes​

​U.S. Postal Service will be closed in observance of Columbus Day, October 12​

​Construction to close Cuzco Norton Road next week​

​Ireland Utilities to begin hydrant flushing week of Oct. 26​

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

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​Robert A. “Bobby” Hall, 54, Petersburg​

​Jasper Group seeking Safety & Environmental Coordinator for Orleans Facility​

​Saint Meinrad Archabbey seeking Evening Shift and Nigh Shift RN​

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