Ferdinand, IN — Best Home Furnishings is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Erin & Ben Co., the lifestyle brand founded by HGTV’s Home Town stars Erin and Ben Napier. The collaboration brings together Best Home’s decades of family-made craftsmanship with the Napiers’ celebrated design vision to create a fresh collection of chairs and sofas that blend timeless style with everyday comfort.

Housing continues to be a hot topic in Dubois County, with multiple projects underway to address the growing demand for both homeownership and rental options. We recently caught up with Ruger Kerstiens of Kerstiens Custom Builders and Premier Property Management to get an update on what’s happening across the county.

More Americans are leaving the hustle of big cities behind, choosing instead the charm of small towns where open skies, quieter nights, and a slower pace of life offer a better quality of living.

JSI is proud to announce that MagLinx™, our revolutionary magnetic glide connection system, has been awarded U.S. Patent No. 12,369,712 as of July 29, 2025.

JASPER – In the early days of COVID, healthcare spaces were being stretched, rearranged and reimagined in real time. For the JSI team, one question rose to the surface: How do we make change easier for the people doing the work and the people receiving care?

Jasper, IN, August 5, 2025:   BoardRoom magazine, in partnership with Forbes Travel Guide, is proud to announce that Sultan’s Run has earned the prestigious Distinguished Golf Destination, The Hallmark of Excellence for a golf course.  This merit-based designation recognizes exceptional golf courses that exceed expectations in the quality of service and amenities, facilities, and most importantly, the teamwork of the staff and management. 

Formerly known as Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, the facility revealed its new name—Deaconess Memorial Medical Center—with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and group photo today. The name was selected after gathering input from more than 800 community members and hospital staff.

Congratulations to Premier Property Management on today’s groundbreaking of Poplar Ridge Apartments in Huntingburg! This exciting development brings much-needed new housing options to our community.

German American Bank has once again earned national recognition, receiving the 2024 Raymond James Community Bankers Cup for the second year in a row!

News from Jasper Holdings, Inc.

The parent company of Jasper Engines & Transmissions, Weller Truck, Diesel USA Group, D&W Diesel, Jasper Innovative Solutions, Jasper Electric Motors, and Jer-Den Plastics has announced the acquisition of Jenkins Holdings, Inc. (Jenkins Plumbing).

We’re thrilled to announce that Dana Kunz has been named the Director of Workforce Readiness for Hub19!

📣 Exciting news for local entrepreneurs!

The Jasper Chamber has launched the Dubois County Small Business Resource Office! In partnership with the Indiana Small Business Development Center (ISBDC), this office offers free, confidential business counseling and affordable workshops for current and aspiring business owners.

Have you checked out the brand new splashpad and playground at Dubois County Park at the 4H fairgrounds? It’s the perfect place to cool off and play — and best of all, it’s FREE!

Dubois Strong is launching a new Micro-Loan program with support from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Business Development Grant, offering a limited number of small business loans up to $5,000 at a fixed interest rate. This program is part of the larger Enterprise Loan Fund, managed by Dubois Strong, that offers competitive rate loans to small businesses in order to create or retain jobs.

Big congrats to the Town of Ferdinand for being named one of the Top 10 Friendliest Little Towns in Indiana by WorldAtlas!

Why should you choose the Radius Indiana region? Location, location, location!

Congrats to Jasper High School! The Ed Yarbrough Tennis Facility at JHS has been named the 2025 Outstanding Facility by the USTA National Office! This incredible honor recognizes it as one of the top tennis facilities in the entire country. Way to go, Jasper High School!

Congratulations to the Greater Jasper Consolidated School Corporation School Board!

We’re proud to share that the GJCS School Board has been honored with the Exemplary Governance Award by the Indiana School Boards Association for 2024!

Big congratulations to Southwest Dubois and Northeast Dubois schools!

Both school districts have been awarded grants to strengthen their Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs in Advanced Manufacturing.