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10/07/2025

Mid-States Corridor Community Discussions Scheduled

A series of public town hall events will be held from October 13 – 21 to share how the proposed Mid-States Corridor will impact communities throughout Dubois County. Residents, civic leaders, and experts will share a brief update about road access issues, tax implications, costs and other issues followed by a Q & A session. The purpose of these events is to educate each community and answer questions residents may have about this proposed project. Doors will open at 6 p.m. with the meeting starting at 7 p.m. and concluding at 8 p.m. The schedule of events is as follows:

•Monday, October 13, St. Anthony Community Center, 4665 Cross St., St. Anthony

•Tuesday, October 14, Celestine Community Club, 7742 Ellsworth Rd., Celestine

•Wednesday, October 15, Holland American Legion, 508 W. Main St., St. Henry/Holland

•Thursday, October 16, Dubois Ruritan Park, 5430 Jasper Dubois Rd., Dubois

•Friday, October 17, Haysville – Jasper Outdoor Recreation Center, 559 W. 500 N, Jasper

•Monday, October 20, Huntingburg Teen Outback, 507 N. Main St., Huntingburg

•Tuesday, October 21, Jasper Klubhaus 61, 2031 N. Newton St., Jasper

These events are free to the public and hosted by local community organizations including Mid-States Update, the Property Rights Alliance and the Coalition Against the Mid-States Corridor. They encourage you to bring family, friends, and neighbors to learn more about what this means to your pocketbook, your town’s future, and how it could shape the region’s future. Feel welcome to attend any of the events.

10/07/2025

Clerk-Treasurer and Utility Billing Offices Closed from 8:15 to 9:45 a.m. on October 8

Huntingburg – The City of Huntingburg Clerk-Treasurer’s Office and Utility Billing Office will be closed on Wednesday, October 8 from 8:15 to 9:45 a.m. as staff attend the funeral visitation of a valued coworker. Please use the drop box for utility payments during this time. They appreciate your understanding.

For questions or for more information, contact Kenlee Steffe, Director of Community Development, at (812)683-2211 or [email protected].

09/17/2025
09/11/2025

National MIA/POW Recognition Day is held the third Friday of September each year. The Dubois County VFW Post 673 Jasper, IN, annually remembers those who are/were MIA’s and POWs with a recognition service at the post. The date for this year’s recognition service will be Friday, September 19, 2025, The National Day of Recognition of ALL of our POWs AND REMAINING MIA's, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the post at 3131 N Newton Street in Jasper. Chairman Ed Oser will be focusing this years’ service on Colonel Charles E Shelton. Colonel Shelton was an Air Force reconnaissance pilot flying a plane over northern Laos when he was shot down on April 29, 1965. Colonel Shelton was known to be the last POW from the Vietnam War Era. Along with Colonel Shelton, Chairman Oser will also provide details on his wife’s efforts in leading the MIA/POW movement. We encourage all Veterans, post members, as well as members of the public, to attend this event in remembrance of all of AMERICA's MIA and POWs as a way to convey the message associated with this recognition event “Never Forgotten.”

Rangers’ early offensive storm not enough against HatchetsWASHINGTON 41, FOREST PARK 23Some meteorologists were concerne...
09/10/2025

Rangers’ early offensive storm not enough against Hatchets

WASHINGTON 41, FOREST PARK 23

Some meteorologists were concerned with the threat of severe weather in Southern Indiana late last week.

But before any storms could even materialize, that threat was cancelled. The Forest Park football team’s battle with Washington on the gridiron, however, did produce a scoring storm.
The Rangers blitzed the Hatchets with a 23-point first half, before their opponent responded in a big way after the intermission.

In the end, host Forest Park couldn’t stop Washing- ton’s second half offensive damage from taking place and eventually dropped a 41-23 decision last Friday night at Best Home Furnishings Stadium in Ferdinand.

As one might guess, Ranger coach Terry Riggs was rather disappointed after seeing his squad’s 23-7 half- time lead disappear.

“In the first half every- thing was going our way, but we even told them at halftime, [take the approach like] it’s 0-0,” explained the Forest Park boss. “Unfortunately, we came out a little flat in the second half and it cost us.”

“That’s the great thing about football. At this point in the season, there’s always another test next week,” concluded Riggs. “We’ll learn from this and get better.”

Photos by Sierra Bruggeman
Story by Brian Bohne

Forest Park Junior Senior High School will hold its fall football homecoming ceremony on Friday, September 12 at 7:05 p....
09/08/2025

Forest Park Junior Senior High School will hold its fall football homecoming ceremony on Friday, September 12 at 7:05 p.m., before the football game against the Tecumseh Braves.

Mary C. Lange and the Lange family were recognized during the dedication ceremony of Best Home Furnishings Stadium befor...
09/08/2025

Mary C. Lange and the Lange family were recognized during the dedication ceremony of Best Home Furnishings Stadium before last Friday’s game against the Washington Hatchets.

The first game ball, along with a football autographed by the 2025 Forest Park football team, was presented to Mary C. Lange and her family. Student-recorded testimonials were also shared, highlighting how this contribution impacts them and the program’s future.

Photos by Sierra Bruggeman

Pine Ridge Elementary Breakfast and Lunch MenuWeek of September 8-12
09/07/2025

Pine Ridge Elementary Breakfast and Lunch Menu
Week of September 8-12

FOREST PARK 1HERITAGE HILLS 0There’s some classic rivalries in the world of sports. Cardinals vs Cubs on the diamond. Be...
09/04/2025

FOREST PARK 1
HERITAGE HILLS 0

There’s some classic rivalries in the world of sports. Cardinals vs Cubs on the diamond. Bears vs Packers on the gridiron. And Celtics vs Lakers on the hardwood. But the Forest Park girls soccer team’s annual battle with Heritage Hills on the pitch doesn’t take a backseat to any. Their 2025 version was no different.

The Class 1A, No. 10 ranked Lady Rangers needed nearly 94 minutes but eventually broke a scoreless deadlock to nip the visiting and Class 2A, No. 13 ranked Patriots 1-0 in overtime last Tuesday night at Best Home Furnishings Stadium in Ferdinand. Needless to say, the contest lived up to its billing.

“I think the last five years went into overtime. We knew it would be a very tough battle. They have some talented players, but we knew we just had to play the full 94. It took a little extra time but we just hung tough,” said Forest Park coach Brad Weyer. “It’s finally nice to be on the winning side. I told them they have a chance to make history, and they responded. This was the first win on the new turf field in soccer. I’m super proud of the girls.”

For the full scoop, check out next week's edition.

Photos by Sierra Bruggeman

Story by Brian Bohne

The Forest Park Marching Rangers took the field last Friday night for a halftime performance. Check out some of the high...
09/04/2025

The Forest Park Marching Rangers took the field last Friday night for a halftime performance. Check out some of the highlights!

Photos by Sierra Bruggeman

Rangers tackle Commodores in historic home openerFOREST PARK 35, PERRY CENTRAL 6Home openers are always kind of special....
09/03/2025

Rangers tackle Commodores in historic home opener

FOREST PARK 35, PERRY CENTRAL 6

Home openers are always kind of special. The Forest Park football team’s first game on their home turf in 2025, however, meant a little more.

One could call it historic. Playing their first game at the brand-new Best Home Furnishings Stadium, F.P. wanted to make it memorable. They certainly accomplished that feat against Perry Central. With a buzz in the air, the Rangers put together an impressive performance to tackle the Commodores 35-6 last Friday night in Ferdinand.

To say everyone was excited about what took place may be an understatement.“It’s kind of historic if you will. This atmosphere was second to none with the lights and video board. I’m glad we could get the first win on this field,” said Forest Park coach Terry Riggs.

“Hats off to these seniors for pushing everyone. They were hungry all week at practice. We knew what we were capable of, and it was nice to see the [positive] results. I’m very proud of them.”

They had plenty to be proud of.

Story by Brian Bohne
Photos by Sierra Bruggeman

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