First of seven community town halls organized by Mid-States Update, Property Rights Alliance, and the Coalition Against the Mid-States Corridor. Residents heard updates on road access issues, tax implications, costs, and community impacts.

Community town hall with updates on the Mid-States Corridor's impact on Dubois County. Open Q&A followed the presentation.

Community town hall focused on how the proposed four-lane highway would affect Holland and surrounding areas.

Community town hall at Ruritan Park covering tax implications, property impacts, and the proposed highway route through the Dubois area.

Community town hall at the Jasper Outdoor Recreation Center. Updates on the Mid-States Corridor Tier 2 study, costs, and community impact.

Community town hall in Huntingburg covering the Mid-States Corridor's impact on local businesses, farms, and property values.

Final town hall in the October series. Local residents packed the venue to voice opposition to the proposed Mid-States Corridor.

Eighth community town hall. Updates on road access issues, tax implications, costs, and the proposed highway's impact on Dubois County communities. Doors opened at 6 PM, meeting at 7 PM.

Press conference announcing results of the first professional poll of Dubois County voters on the Mid-States Corridor. Phil Mundy (Jasper City Council President Pro Tempore), Chad Lueken, and Vince Helming joined Brad Hochgesang to present the findings: 81% oppose, 77% less likely to re-elect officials who support it.

Standing-room-only crowd as Brad Hochgesang presented a resolution to withdraw Dubois County from the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority. Also announced results of a statewide poll: 74% of Indiana voters want the project canceled. Meeting lasted over 3 hours. Formal vote deferred to March 30.

The Property Rights Alliance meets regularly to discuss issues affecting property owners across southwest Indiana — from the Mid-States Corridor to property tax policy to local land use decisions.

Brad Hochgesang works closely with the PRA and has supported their efforts to protect property owners in Dubois County. All are welcome at this meeting.

When you arrive at the Schnitzelbank, just come on in and let them know you're there for the PRA meeting. No RSVP required.

On February 23, 2026, Brad Hochgesang presented a resolution to the Dubois County Council requesting they withdraw from the Mid-States Corridor Regional Development Authority. The council deferred a formal vote to their regular March meeting.

This follows months of organized opposition: eight town halls across Dubois County, a professional poll of 636 registered voters showing 81% oppose the project, a statewide poll showing 74% of Hoosiers want it canceled, and growing fiscal concerns from county commissioners about the project's cost burden.

The March 30 meeting is expected to include public comment. If you care about property rights, transparent government, and how your tax dollars are spent, this is the meeting to attend.

The Property Rights Alliance meets regularly to discuss issues affecting property owners across southwest Indiana — from the Mid-States Corridor to property tax policy to local land use decisions.

Brad Hochgesang works closely with the PRA and has supported their efforts to protect property owners in Dubois County. All are welcome at this meeting.

No RSVP required.

After a 6–1 first-reading vote on March 30 and a 30-day discussion window, the council passed Ordinance 2026-05 on second reading, formally starting the withdrawal clock. Under the Indiana Attorney General’s guidance, withdrawal takes effect 12 to 18 months after notice.

Brad spoke at the meeting, as he has at every step of this process — from presenting the original withdrawal resolution in February to answering the council’s questions on the polling data that showed 81% of Dubois County opposed the corridor.

Thanks to everyone who came out to Social Pour to talk with Brad, Tiffanie Arthur, and Lena Goffinet about the issues that matter to Dubois County and District 48.

This is the first in a series of Big Tent town halls focused on local issues affecting southern Indiana. The format emphasizes two-way conversation: bring your questions and firsthand experiences, and the panel brings research and answers.

The underlying question for the series: is your government working with you, or against you? The evening centers on accountability, integrity in office, and genuine representation.

Brad Hochgesang, candidate for Indiana State Senate District 48, will be there. Come say hello and bring a neighbor.

Questions? Call 812-296-7096 or email DuboisCountyDemocraticParty@gmail.com.

The ring toss booth gave us four days to visit with neighbors, welcome families, and hear what people want from their representatives.

The Sunday parade brought more than 100 volunteers together across five Democratic campaign and party entries. Mary Allen, Tiffanie Arthur, Nathan Verkamp, and Beau Bayh joined local volunteers for an unforgettable show of support.

After a storm destroyed their old tent, the Perry County Democrats returned to Schweizer Fest with a beautiful new one and a team ready to welcome the community.

Volunteers handed out cold frozen treats during the heat and listened as neighbors talked about the hospital, dependable local care, representation, accountability, and pride in Tell City.

Part of the county-wide town hall tour that kicked off in St. Anthony on July 22. More stops are planned for Dubois, Ferdinand, and Celestine — dates and locations to be announced.

This is the third stop in the 2026 "Your Community, Your Say" series, following community conversations in St. Anthony and Jasper. The format centers public questions, firsthand experience, and respectful discussion across party lines.

Doors open at 6:30 PM. The program begins at 7:00 PM at Station 313, formerly the Ferdinand Senior Citizens Center.

This is the fourth stop in the 2026 "Your Community, Your Say" series. The format centers public questions, firsthand experience, and respectful discussion across party lines.

Doors open at 6:30 PM. The program begins at 7:00 PM.

This is the fifth stop in the 2026 "Your Community, Your Say" series. The format centers public questions, firsthand experience, and respectful discussion across party lines.

Doors open at 6:30 PM. The program begins at 7:00 PM.