The City of Vincennes is still working with Indiana Department of Transportation officials on Phase Two of the Washington Avenue project. That phase will extend Washington Avenue renovations from Emison Avenue up to, and including, the intersection with Saint Clair Street. Vincennes City Engineer John Sprague says uti...

The average price of gas in Indiana right now is $3.48 per gallon, 62¢ lower than Wednesday's national average of $4.10 per gallon. It is also 19¢ higher than a year ago. Vincennes prices are still holding the line, with some stations still selling regular unleaded below 3-30 per gallon. Meanwhile Triple-A ...

In-state undergraduate students returning to Indiana public colleges and universities this fall are benefiting from a historic statewide tuition freeze for the second consecutive year. The tuition freeze covers all 15 of Indiana's public higher education institutions-including main and regional campuses-for the 2026-27...

Knox County Council members are reviewing budget requests by various County departments, ahead of their annual budget hearing week. Council members have set aside the week of September 14th to 18th for 2027 budget deliberations. Council president Mike Morris knows the Indiana Legislature's property tax cut bill isn't ...

The go-ahead is in place for the potential Firehouse Flats apartment complex in downtown Vincennes. The 97-unit project would be placed on the municipal parking lot between Third and Fourth Streets, parallel to Vigo Street. The area has been designated as an EDA-- or Economic Development Area, with Vincennes City Coun...

It's the middle of West Nile virus season and one expert is offering some tips to reduce the chances of getting the virus. Catherine Hill with Purdue University's College of Agriculture urges people to remove any standing water from your property because that could be a breeding ground for mosquitoes which can carry We...

The Vincennes Animal Shelter is at full capacity, with no empty dog kennels, and shelter officials say they need the community's help. For the next week, all dog adoptions are just $25! All adoptable dogs are spayed or neutered, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, dewormed, and started on heartworm prevention. Of...

Indiana law enforcement is stepping up patrols ahead of Labor Day as part of the national "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign. State and local officers are working overtime now through September 7th to catch impaired drivers. Last year, nearly 23% of state traffic deaths involved alcohol. To help Hoosie...

The Indiana Department of Transportation continues its work toward area projects as the traditional construction season enters its final couple of months. INDOT's Gary Bryan says many of the smaller seasonal projects are complete-or close to it. One of the most notable completions was work on Hart Street at the U-S 4...

Vincennes' Family Health Center has become a Federally Qualified Health Center facility. The designation means the Center will receive federal grant funding to expand care options, increase financial stability, and serve more patients-regardless of their ability to pay. The previous eight year, the Center has operated...

Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...

Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...

Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...

Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...

Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...

In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...

In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...

In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...

In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...

In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...

Johney Ray "John" Gilbert, 69, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on August 22, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by his loved ones. John was born on April 7, 1957, in Washington, to John and Evelyn Gilbert. He graduated from Loogootee High School. He worked at Jasper Engine...

Emil Francis Williams Jr. lovingly known as Sam went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026. Born to Emil "Newt" and Dorothy Williams in Vincennes, Indiana, he was the oldest of twelve and was naturally a leader with a work ethic like no other. Sam graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1957. After gr...

David Bliss Oliver, age 84, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on August 23, 2026. He was born on September 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and a warm sense of humor that touched everyone who knew him. David graduated from high school and later answered the call ...

Peter "Pete" Carter, 78, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026. He was born in Vincennes on May 21, 1948, to the late Buell and Frieda Carter. Pete graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966 and attended Vincennes University. On June 18, 1972, he married the love of his life, Marcia...

John Ausman Newkirk, beloved father, brother, grandfather and uncle, passed away on August 22, 2026 at 12:53 p.m. at the age of 60 with family at his side. John was born on August 21, 1966 in the country outside of Sandborn, Indiana to Eugene and Deloris Eloise (Ausman) (Cone) Newkirk. He grew up in Sandborn and Edwa...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kay Frances Halter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on August 19, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on October 6, 1946, in Vincennes she is the daughter of Elmer and Alberta (Cleghorn) Cunningham. She married Richard Halter on Aug...

Dr. Roy Vincent Green, 82, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on December 25, 2025, at HealthPark Medical Center. He was born on January 2, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the first born son of Stafford Freemont "Monty" Green and Martha "Marty" Carlock Green. Roy grew up in Washington, Indiana, where h...

Patricia "Clinton" Kirchoff, age 88, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on February 20, 1938, in Ayr, Scotland, to her parents, John and Isabella "Brown" Clinton. Patricia spent her early years in Scotland, where she attended university. Patrici...

After 80 years of good jokes, great crops, and endless love, Michael "Mike" Ray Held tipped his hat to a life exceptionally well-lived on Friday afternoon, August 14, 2026. Passing away peacefully at his home outside Freelandville, Indiana, Mike officially traded in his tractor keys for a front-row seat to th...

Philip Ray Mendenhall, 86, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on August 14, 2026, in Vincennes. He was born on March 17, 1940, in Washington, Indiana, to the late Bertha Burch Mendenhall and Roy Mendenhall. Philip lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to the people and places he loved. He proudly serv...

Richard Leo Henderson, 78, of Vincennes, Indiana, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, leaving behind a legacy of courage, honor, faith, and unwavering love for his family. Born to Thomas Robert Henderson and Norma Jean Henderson, Richard was a devoted son, a beloved brother to Ronald Henderson, a proud fa...

Edgar F. Qualkenbush II, 36, of Vincennes, passed away on August 1, 2026. Edgar was born on May 20, 1990, in Vincennes, the son of Edgar F. Qualkenbush. He was a 2008 graduate of Vincennes Lincoln High School and continued his education at the University of Evansville, where he earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics...