Citing a growing need for a well-trained workforce, Indiana Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann says that a new facility at the Vincennes University Jasper Campus may serve as model for the state.

Speaking Tuesday at the dedication of the $12 million Center for Technology, Innovation and Manufacturing, Ellspermann said the VU Jasper Campus facility “will set the stage here for a wonderful future for Dubois County and Southwest Indiana - and may be a role model for the rest of the state.”

Wabash Valley Produce of Dubois is helping in the fight against hunger by donating nearly 300,000 eggs to Indiana food assistance organizations, including the local Community Food Bank, during the month of March.

Families continue to struggle to put food on their tables, leading more and more to turn to food assistance organizations across the country for help. In fact, more than 48 million Americans live in food insecure homes.

“We’re thrilled to donate much-needed protein to the Community Food Bank, along with the Tri-State Food Bank, Hoosier Hills Food Bank and Terre-Haute Catholic Charities, just in time for the Easter holiday,” stated Tom Seger of Wabash Valley Produce. “We take pride in giving back to our local community.”

Dubois Strong has launched a new Sites and Buildings Database on its website, www.duboisstrong.com. The new tool will allow website visitors to search for available commercial and industrial space within Dubois County. 

The new web-based system is designed for companies and business consultants interested in doing business in Dubois County.  The searchable and interactive database allows instantaneous reports to be generated on various sites and buildings based on user-specified criteria. Links from individual sites and buildings provide detailed information, maps, aerial and building photos.  Users can also search for existing businesses based on their NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) code, business size, or location factors.