Vincennes City Council has learned the City has to reduce nearly 2 million dollars from its approved budget for next year. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum gives some areas that could feel the axe from the current budget. Mayor Yochum says on top of that, they City was hit by a larger than expected insurance increase for 2...

Construction is moving fast on Holiday World's new water roller coaster. Crews "crowned" the top of the 90-foot lift hill for the Cannonball! coaster Friday afternoon, and the station building is already underway. When it opens in May, it will be the first water roller coaster in the Midwest, with the tallest...

A local K-9 officer has some new protection on the job. The Indiana State Police Jasper Post reports K-9 Leo has received a new bullet and stab-protective vest, thanks to a donation from the non-profit Vested Interest in K-9s. The vest is sponsored by the Virginia L. Stoner Huguenard Endowment Fund of Corunna, Indiana,...

The clocks will be changing soon and that has an impact on health. Erik Herzog is a professor of biology at Washington University and says heart attacks have been measured to go up when we spring forward to Daylight Saving Time and heart attacks go down when we fall back. Studies show there's an increase in vehicle cra...

With the start of October comes the start of awareness about Wreaths Across America. Once again this year, the Vincennes Rotary and Kiwanis clubs will join forces to place wreaths on the graves of various veterans in Vincennes cemeteries. The public is also invited to purchase wreaths to place on the grave sites of th...

With one week until Election Day, over 23-hundred people have voted early so far in this year's general election. That includes nearly 320 people who voted early in Vincennes, Bicknell, and Monroe City. So far, 202 out of 306 issued mail-in ballots have come in, with another 60 set to vote today and tomorrow before a ...

The date for intensive work on Washington Avenue Phase Two is coming closer. That street is set for closure early next year for extensive renovation. The work will happen on Washington Avenue from Emison up to, and including, the intersection with Saint Clair Street. Vincennes Water Utilities is one of the utility cre...

INDOT officials have announced a closure of U-S 231 near Odon starting today. The closure will affect the highway between State Road 58 in Daviess County, and Pine Tree Road in Martin County. The closure is for two pipe replacement projects. Work will take about a week to complete, depending on weather. The detour w...

The Triple A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Sunday stood at $4.00 a gallon, 29¢ lower than Sunday's national average of $4.29 per gallon. It is still 93¢ higher than a year ago. IN Vincennes, prices are steady of slightly declining, with many stations selling gas below 3-65 a gallon. ...

The week ahead looks dry to start and finish, but there may be a little rain in the middle of the period. Forecaster Ryan Martin expects a good start to the week-especially for continuing harvest activities. However, Martin does not rule out at least a small bit of rain by late in the week. At this point, temperature...

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

It is with deep sorrow that Carleen and Kay announce the passing of Paul Edward Turner, age 82, of Wheatland, Indiana, on October 17th, 2026. Paul was a storyteller whose humor and memories will be treasured by all who knew him. Paul was born on June 4th, 1944, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Winfield Scott and Lena (Spoonmo...

Dr. Charles "Charlie" Vieck DDS, 93, of Vincennes passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. Born June 17, 1933, to Christopher and Cecilia Vieck, Charlie attended St. Thomas Elementary School and Central Catholic High School, where he was a three-year varsity basketball player. Following graduation in 1951, he...

Willard L. Riggle, 79 of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2026. He was born in Washington, Indiana on April 3, 1947, to the late Elmer and Lucille Riggle. Willard graduated from Washington High School in 1965. He married the love of his life, Karen Hall, on November 22, 1967. Willard is a lifelong farmer ...

Larry E. Gartner, 81, of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away Friday October 16, 2023, at 12:34 AM at the Good Samaritan Hospital with his family at his bedside. Larry was born on January 9, 1945, in Vincennes, IN the son of Don and Dorothy (Frey) Gartner. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and was a lifelong ...

Donald "Freddy" Lee Robbins, 80, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was born on September 9, 1946, in Linton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a deep love for family, friends, and the outdoors. Donald was the son of Elizabeth Medcalf Robbins and Carl Robbins. ...

Kimberly Meek left us in the early morning hours on Friday, October 16, 2026. She went in her sleep after her fight with cancer. Kim was a strong, independent woman. She was a bit stubborn and loved to speak her mind. Kim was a very talented woman she liked landscaping she loved baking cookies and decorating cake cakes...

Hazel Marie Fisher, age 102, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Evansville. She was born on July 19, 1924, in Bicknell, Indiana, to Algustus and Nella Jeffris. Hazel graduated from Bicknell High School in 1942 and carried the values of hard work, faith, and family throughout her long life. Duri...

Kaida Cheilynn Fox, age 14, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on June 5, 2012, Kaida was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend whose spirit touched the lives of many. Kaida will be remembered for the warmth, laughter, and light she brought to those who knew her....

Seth Ryan Martin, age 33, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Petersburg, Indiana. He was born on February 11, 1993, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, service to his country, and hard work in his trade. Seth was a loving son, father, brother, and friend wh...

Aileese Tucker, a precious daughter, beloved child of God, honor student, gifted young woman, and faithful soul whose earthly journey ended far too soon at just age 19. How someone so young, so full of promise, so filled with life, could be taken from us. Just weeks ago, she was celebrating her high school graduation a...

Christopher A. Burtch, 56, of Robinson, Illinois passed away with family by his side on October 4, 2026. He was born in Robinson, Illinois on October 9, 1969, to Mark Burtch and Brenda Miller. Chris graduated from Newton High School. He worked for 29 years with Hershey. Chris was an avid sports enthusiast and card coll...

David Frederick Niehaus, 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born February 13, 1967, in Vincennes, the son of Bernie and Patty (O'Neill) Niehaus. David lived his entire life in Vincennes, a community he loved deeply and served faithfully. His lif...