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Holiday decorating contest returns in Jasper

Holiday decorating contest returns in Jasper

The Jasper Jaycees and the Jasper Chamber of Commerce are have combined once again for the Outdoor Home/Christmas Decorating and Lighting Contest for Jasper residents.

The contest is open to all residents of Jasper and those living within one mile of the city limits.  Past response to the contest has been tremendous and former entries are encouraged to enter again.  Residents are encouraged to make plans now for the 2012 Contest.

It is a wonderful way to show your Christmas spirit and a great way to help decorate the City of Jasper for the holidays.

8-year-old goes to work on sign project

8-year-old goes to work on sign project

There’s a young girl in Ferdinand who is showing some community initiative.

The town was recently contacted by second grade student Kasady Anderson about adding welcome signs on the north and south sides of the town. According to Kasaddy’s mom, she pointed out the fact that Ferdinand lacked signs that actually said “Welcome to Ferdinand.”

Humane Society's pet food drive underway; can you help?

Humane Society's pet food drive underway; can you help?

The Dubois County Humane Society's 28th annual Holiday Pet Food Drive in now in progress and will continue through December 22.

Some of the wish list items include name brand dry and canned dog and dry Purina cat food, puppy and kitten chow, rawhides and other chew toys, cat litter or oil dry, baking soda and peanut butter and cheese in a can. 

Pennies help Shriners pay for new van

Pennies help Shriners pay for new van

The Hadi Shriners have received a big check thanks to the ‘Quest for a Million Pennies’ program.

WITZ / WQKZ Radio and German American made a presentation to the Shriners Tuesday in Jasper.

The 13th annual event raised $13,942.79.

The money will help purchase a van for the Hadi Shrine to use for the transportation of patients to and from the hospital that cannot afford it.

Have a big spruce tree to donate for Christmas display?

Have a big spruce tree to donate for Christmas display?

Have a Christmas tree you think would look great on display at the Dubois County Courthouse for all to see?

They’d love to have it.

Jasper Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Nancy Eckerle  says that they are looking for a 25 to 30 foot spruce or blue spruce.  The tree would be removed from the donor’s property and moved to the site next to the courthouse building at no charge, but it must be on solid ground to prevent damage to the yard or ground from which it is taken.

Third Community Conversation on “Importance of Place” to be held in Huntingburg

Dubois County residents are invited to attend the third and final 2012 Community Conversation on the importance of place on Nov. 14 in Huntingburg. The three-part series, called “The importance of place: Who we are, what we are and where we’re going,” has already included a session in Jasper and in Ferdinand. Attendance at the first and second conversations is not required for the third event.

The event will be held at the Huntingburg Event Center and include dinner. The cost is $25. Speakers representing the Home Town Competitiveness teams from Ferdinand and Jasper will present findings from their community research and report on initiatives already conducted. Attendees will also participate in breakout sessions to discuss ways to maximize Dubois County’s strengths and position it for the future.

Huntingburg Christmas Stroll returns in 2012

Huntingburg Christmas Stroll returns in 2012

The Huntingburg Merchants Association is hosting the 27th annual Huntingburg Christmas Stroll starting Thursday, November 8 and running through Sunday, November 11.

The event kicks off with a performance by 'Will Read (or Sing) for Food’ Thursday night.

Friday offers all day shopping starting at 10:00 a.m. and the Holiday Home tour running from 5 to 9 p.m. This year’s tour includes Dr. Harvey Stork’s home with current owners Gary and Susie Stetter.