(VPD-Montgomery arrest)(Monday 4/20./26 ... tlz 6a) Vincennes Police arrested a Vincennes man this morning following a traffic stop at Ninth and Perry. Officers arrested 28 year-old Jesse Montgomery on a charge of operating while intoxicated-endangerment. He was booked into the Knox County Jail on four=thousand dollar...

The Indiana Supreme Court will hear a case challenging the state's near-total abortion ban based on religious freedom.       The case will bypass the Indiana Court of Appeals, with oral arguments scheduled for September 10th.       The challenge stems from a p...

The Triple A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Sunday was $3.78 per gallon, 2¢ lower than Saturday and 27¢ lower than Sunday's national average of $4.05 per gallon.       It was also 18¢ lower than a week ago, 5¢ lower than a month ago, and 74¢...

The Vincennes Redevelopment Commission heard an update on proposed improvements for Richard Bauer Drive. The road connects Main and Hart Streets near Vincennes Lincoln High School. Vincennes City Engineer John Sprague says the work on that project is in the very early stages, The work is part of a proposed pedestrian l...

A new report reveals President Trump is ramping up his influence in Indiana by backing challengers against Republican lawmakers who opposed his redistricting plan.       After Senate Republicans rejected his proposal, Trump and allies increased campaign spending, making low-profile state r...

 Spring flushing continues this week for Pike-Gibson Water customers.       Flushing is scheduled for the following areas of Pike and Gibson Counties: Muren, Augusta, Union, Bowman, Mt. Olympus, & Hazleton.       Flushing will take place between 7:00 ...

Coming off a successful Salute to World War One, the Indiana Military Museum is planning a Salute to World War Two. That one will be held the first weekend in May at the Museum site on South Sixth Street in Vincennes. Duane Chattin is with the Museum. He says the Museum is changing all the time to keep visitors inter...

 There was no Grand Prize winner in Saturday night's Powerball drawing.       The estimated jackpot for tonight's drawing (Monday) increases to $87M.       The cash option for a single winner is $39.7M.       No one matched a...

      Vincennes Water Utilities announced Saturday afternoon it had lifted a boil order issued Friday afternoon due to a high E. Coli laboratory result detected during routine water quality testing.       A boil order issued for Knox County Water customers, wh...

Vincennes-based Helping His Hands is preparing for another season of help for those in need this year. Helping His Hands is a disaster relief and local assistance group serving the South and Midwest. Ryan Reedy is with Helping His Hands. He admits to being a bit apprehensive about destructive weather, but Reedy is re...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Boyd named New Washington High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach Jds 4-17-2026 Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player dev...

Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player development, leadership, and program-building. Athletic Director Larry Cochren clai...

Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player development, leadership, and program-building. Athletic Director Larry Cochren clai...

Boyd named New Washington High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach Jds 4-17-2026 Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player dev...

Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player development, leadership, and program-building. Athletic Director Larry Cochren clai...

Mary Jane Smith, 86, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. She was born on November 10, 1939, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family. Mary Jane retired from the Indiana Department of Corrections, where she worked in the Chaplain's office. Her strong faith was a guid...

William Eugene Clinkenbeard, age 88, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1937, in Bicknell, Indiana, and lived a life marked by faith, hard work, devotion to family, and a deep appreciation for the simple blessings of each day. William graduated from Freelandville High School ...

Ronnie Dee Ikemire Sr., 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 12, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on August 8, 1966, in Vincennes, Indiana, to the late Mildred Jeffries Ikemire and Charles Ikemire Sr. Ronnie lived his life in the community he called home and was known by those who loved him as a hard...

Dronda Sue "Peach" Coomes, age 64, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 11, 2026, in her hometown. She was born on August 17, 1961, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived her life with a warm heart, a strong spirit, and a deep devotion to the people and things she loved most. Dronda attended high school and ...

Dorothy Ann Bray, age 88, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1938, in Connersville, Indiana. Dorothy carried herself with grace and strength throughout her years, and she will be remembered with love by all who knew her. Dorothy graduated from Connersville High School and wen...

John R. Luking, age 81, a Vincennes native, passed away April 6, 2026 at his home with his family by his side. He was the loving husband of Sharon (Sue) Seitzinger Luking of 61 years. Born October 29th, 1944, John was the son of the late Herman and Frances (Zeabart) Luking. Early on, John worked as a crane operator at ...

Virginia "Moore" Burger, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on December 29, 1942, in Washington, Indiana, Virginia, lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep compassion, and a kindness that left a lasting imprint on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Virgi...

Steven "Stevie" Michael Cox, age 67, was welcomed into his heavenly home, surrounded by his loving family, on the beautiful morning of April 2, 2026, at St. Vincent's Ascension Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Stevie was a lifelong resident of Washington, Indiana, and a proud graduate of Washington High Schoo...

Zola Faye Junkin, 94, Vincennes, Indiana went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2026. She was born in Russellville, Illinois on April 6, 1931, to the late William "Pete" and Mary Painter. She graduated from Fritchton High School in 1949. Zola married the love of her life, James R. "Bob" Junkin, on May...

William Warder "Bill" Haynes, age 82, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on March 28, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on January 6, 1944, to Orville Ray and Josephine "Aikman" Haynes. Bill graduated from Washington High School in 1962 and later attended Vincennes University. He proudly served hi...

Carol M. Twitty, 77, of Bicknell, Indiana passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on April 17, 1948, to the late Will and Irene Woodsmall. Carol worked many years with Johnson Control and continued her career with Lewis Bakery until her retirement. Carol was an incredibly hard worker and fierc...

Alan T. Leonard, age 50, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2026, in Jasper, Indiana. He was born on September 16, 1975, in Washington, Indiana, to Barbara Lamb Leonard and the late Gary Leonard. Alan lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and a deep love for the people around him. He was a devoted ...