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Gas Prices Still Falling Some in Area
The Triple A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Wednesday was $3.16 per gallon, still 69¢ lower than Wednesday's national average of $3.85 per gallon. It was also a half-dollar lower than a month ago, and 4¢ lower than a year ago. In Vincennes, gas prices in many places are dipping below ...
8h ago
Budget Concerns Already in View-- Even 2 Months Out
The Knox County Council is about two and a half months away from working on budget numbers for next year. This will be the first upcoming budget to figure in a set of property tax cuts approved by the State of Indiana. Council president Mike Morris says even now-well ahead of time-they are looking into budget issues t...
8h ago
I-69 Work in Daviess County Starts Tuesday
Lane Closures Planned For I-69 In Daviess County Jds 7-2-2026 The Indiana Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures are scheduled to begin Tuesday, July 7th on I-69 in Daviess County. The lane closures will occur near Elnora between the 73- and 80-mile markers. The lane closures will allow for minor p...
8h ago
Vincennes City Government Offices to Close Tomorrow
All Vincennes City Government Offices will be closed Friday in observance of the 4th of July. Recycling will not be picked up on Monday July 6th. Trash pickup will not be affected. The City Collection Site on Old Terre Haute Road will be closed tomorrow, as well as the 4th, 5th, and 6th. The site will resume normal ho...
8h ago
Police at Full force on Fourth of July Weekend
The City of Vincennes is readying itself for a magnificent celebration of America's 250th birthday on Saturday, July fourth. With the expanded celebration, the Vincennes Police Department will also be out in full force. Vincennes Police Chief Jon Hillenbrand says it's all hands on deck throughout this weekend. Hillen...
8h ago
Today is Setup Day for Memorial Wall
A key centerpiece of this year's Vincennes Fourth of July celebration is being placed on the Riverwalk today. The exhibit is the "Memorial Wall"-a tribute to those who died in the nation's recent wars. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum says the wars they spotlight happened during many residents' lifetimes. Mayor Y...
8h ago
More New Laws in Effect in Indiana
The Indiana General Assembly passed several new laws during the 2026 legislative session, and some go into effect starting today. Teenagers can now get their driver's licenses at an earlier age than before. Governor Braun said they can now get one as soon as they turn 16. The previous law stated that Indiana teenagers ...
8h ago
Vincennes Rotarian Jim Gislason Honored with Leo A. Simon Award for 50 Years of Perfect Attendance and Service
During the annual Changeover event of the Vincennes Rotary Club, Rotarian Jim Gislason was presented with the prestigious Leo A. Simon Award by outgoing President Eric Peters, recognizing his extraordinary 50 years of perfect attendance and five decades of service. Jim Gislason has been a Rotarian since 1976 and has de...
23h ago
More Money Coming to Area Communities from CCMG
The City of Vincennes and Knox County have both received additional funding from the Community Crossings Matching Grant. Knox County got a million dollars in added funding, while Vincennes gets over 41-thousand, 500 dollars in added CCMG road and bridge repair grants. Also, Daviess County received one-million dollars...
Jul 01, 2026
Jasper Strassenfest to Raise Funds for V-U Jasper Campus
Jasper Strassenfest's Half Pot event is back this year with a new way to purchase tickets in addition to traditional booth sales. Strassenfest committee and VU Jasper representatives will have set hours beginning tomorrow at their Big Red Booth located in front of Ruler Foods in Jasper. Tickets are also now available f...
Jul 01, 2026
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
Jun 17, 2026
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
Jun 17, 2026
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
Jun 17, 2026
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
Jun 17, 2026
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
Jun 17, 2026
Jan Marie Wonder, 76, Washington
Jan Marie "Christensen" Wonder, age 76, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 27, 2026, in Washington, Indiana. She was born on March 12, 1950, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Kenneth and JoAnn "Grimes" Christensen. Jan lived a life marked by devotion, kindness, and steady care for the people aro...
Jul 01, 2026
Teresa Reedy, 55, Carlisle
Teresa A. Ready, age 55, passed away on June 15, 2026, in Evansville, IN. She was born on July 28, 1970, in Sullivan, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion to family, and a warm spirit that touched many. Teresa was the beloved daughter of Rebecca "Land" Ready and the late Larry Ready. She was...
Jul 01, 2026
Dale Hancock, 73, Vincennes
Dale Rubia "Hancock" Linneweber, age 73, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 24, 2026. She was born on February 19, 1953, in Linton, Indiana, to Robert and Ruth "Carrico" Hancock. Dale fought a gallant battle against cancer with nothing less than a positive attitude. Dale lived her life with ...
Jun 28, 2026
Terry Opell, 81, Vincennes
Terry W. Opell, 81, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the Opell clan he loved so dearly. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Agnes (Gordon) Opell, and his father-in-law, Carl Krumwiede. He is survived by his mother-in-law, Louise (Fritchley) Krumwiede; his beloved wife of 60 years,...
Jun 25, 2026
Vifginia Biggs, 74, Vincennes
Virginia "Jenny" Fredrick- Biggs, 74, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength that touched the lives of all who knew her. She was born on April 16, 1952, in St. Francisville, Illinois, to the late James Edward and Ma...
Jun 23, 2026
Judy Kontz, 81, Vincennes
Judy Kay Koontz, age 81, passed away on June 19, 2026, one day after celebrating her 60th wedding anniversary, with her family lovingly at her side. Born in Greensburg, Indiana, to Kathleen and Ronald Busse, Judy lived a life filled with joy, compassion, and an endless smile that warmed every room she entered. She was ...
Jun 23, 2026
Tom Cazzell, 78, Bicknell
Tommy "Tom" Cazzell, age 78, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on June 18, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 10, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona, and lived a life marked by hard work and devotion to family. Tom served in the United States Army. He remained proud of his service and of the values he upheld. Afte...
Jun 22, 2026
Shelby Fall Jr., 87, Vincennes
Shelby Joseph Fall Jr., 87, of Vincennes, IN, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. He was born on November 8, 1938, to the late Shelby Fall Sr. & Carrie (Babineaux) Fall in Lawtell, Louisiana. Shelby spent his childhood and adolescence in Lawtell and graduated from Lawtell Hi...
Jun 22, 2026
Gene Timmel, 94. Sevierville, TN
Gene "Paul" Timmel, 94 of Servierville, TN passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June17,2026. He was born March 13,1932 in Petersburg, IN to the late Robert Paul and Mary Elizabeth Timmel. My Dad was an amazing man. He was an intelligent, devoted, strong, supportive, loving Husband, Father...
Jun 21, 2026
Jane Wineman, 94, Vincennes
God sent His angels to bring Jane Elizabeth Reed Wineman to be home with Him on June 13, 2026. Jane married her one great love on June 13, 1953. How like God in His perfect way to bring them together in glorious heaven on their 73rd wedding anniversary, and to give this loving comfort to their daughters. Jane, 94, was...
Jun 21, 2026
Dennis Heady, 78, Monroe City
Dennis Heady, age 78, of Monroe City, Indiana, passed away on June 17, 2026. He was born on December 25, 1947, in Ottumwa, Iowa, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, his country, and the many simple, steady labors that made him a respected and beloved presence to those who knew him. Dennis graduated from ...
Jun 19, 2026
Carolyn ARmes, 87, Washington
Carolyn S. Armes, 87, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 9, 2026. She was born on October 11, 1938, in Epsom, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a quiet strength that touched all who knew her. Born to the late Daniel McCullough and Eulah Smith McCullough, Caroly...
Jun 16, 2026
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Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
2h ago
Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games
The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...
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