The Indiana Legislature approved a couple of bills earlier this year to help curb the drastic increase in electric bills. One of those changes gives more power to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commssion-or IURC. Jasper State Senator Darryl Schmitt also points to a new statute keeping power providers to various consum...

The federal Women,. Infants and Children program-or WIC-reminds everyone they are not just for expecting and new mothers... but for new dads too. The program is designed to help expecting women all the way up to parents of children to age five. Part of the program is helping new mothers with breastfeeding. However, WI...

Police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred on State Road 59 South in Greene County. One person was shot and killed. Authorities have not released further details about the victim or a suspect.

Vincennes City Council will begin consideration this evening on an expanded Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area-or DORA-at this evening's session. The proposal would expand the area to cover eight different vendors as DORA locations. They include Pub n' Grub, the Café Moonlight, Prime Sports, Willie's Pub, the...

The Washington City Council will hold a pair of public hearings tonight. The first hearing starts at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers and will focus on a proposed Municipal Wheel Tax and Motor Vehicle Excise Tax ordinance. Right after that, council members will take comments on a proposal to temporarily pause development ...

Vincennes Police arrested a Vincennes woman last night following an injury accident. Officers claim 45 year-old Tracy Kent had left the scene of an earlier injury accident in the city. She was found and arrested near the corner of College Avenue and Daily Street. During a related investigation, police found she was re...

EMERGENCY WATER SHUT OFF & BOIL ORDER Due to a hydrant being struck at Mill St. & Sycamore St., water service is being shut off for emergency repairs. POSSIBLY IMPACTED: • South Spring Street • Mill Street • South Sycamore Street • Possibly Park Street Additional areas may be impacted as rep...

Vincennes' native Cody Biggs has been promoted to the Army rank of Lieutenant Colonel following confirmation by the U-S Senate. Biggs will get the official promotion pinning in a ceremony on Sunday at the Indiana Military Museum in Vincennes. Current Lieutenant Colonel Aaron Lange will preside over the coming ceremony....

Dr. Tamera Halter has been named the new Dean of the College of Health Sciences and Human Performance at Vincennes University. Halter stepped into her new role on August 6th. She takes over from Interim Dean Dr. Jason King. Halter holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Indiana State University, a Master of Science in ...

The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.

The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.

The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.

The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.

The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.

Today is first practice day for many high school sports teams across Indiana. Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball teams may start their official workouts today. Football teams may also begin non-contact practices today; thei first day of full-contact football practice is on Thursday. Girls' golf teams start...

Today is first practice day for many high school sports teams across Indiana. Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball teams may start their official workouts today. Football teams may also begin non-contact practices today; thei first day of full-contact football practice is on Thursday. Girls' golf teams start...

Today is first practice day for many high school sports teams across Indiana. Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball teams may start their official workouts today. Football teams may also begin non-contact practices today; thei first day of full-contact football practice is on Thursday. Girls' golf teams start...

Today is first practice day for many high school sports teams across Indiana. Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball teams may start their official workouts today. Football teams may also begin non-contact practices today; thei first day of full-contact football practice is on Thursday. Girls' golf teams start...

Today is first practice day for many high school sports teams across Indiana. Cross Country, Soccer, Tennis, and Volleyball teams may start their official workouts today. Football teams may also begin non-contact practices today; thei first day of full-contact football practice is on Thursday. Girls' golf teams start...

Thomas Arthur Hendricks, known to many as Tom, passed away on August 5, 2026, in Plainville, Indiana, at the age of 71. Tom was born on September 19, 1954, in Martinsville, Indiana, to a large family; his parents, John and Ida May "Mitchell" Hendricks, along with his seven siblings, made up much of his early ...

Naomi J. Neukam, 93, of Washington, Indiana passed away on August 4, 2026. She was born in Washington, Indiana on April 30, 1933, to the late Roscoe Miller and Velma Wilcoxen. Naomi married the love of her life, Ray Neukam, on September 21, 1951. In her free time, Naomi enjoyed spending time with her family, hunting mu...

Norma Sue Fremder, age 98, died in Terre Haute, Indiana, on August 4, 2026. She was born June 11, 1928, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Fred and Anna "Brown" Fremder. She received her early education at St. John's Lutheran School and Lincoln High School in Vincennes. Norma earned degrees in music education from Ind...

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Judith "Judy" A. Kitchin, who departed this life peacefully on August 5, 2026, at the age of 89 with her family by her side. Born on September 9, 1936, in Decatur County, IN she was the daughter of Charles and Audra (Craig) Connall. She married Donal...

t is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Michael E. Latshaw, who left us on July 12, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on June 26, 1955, Mike is the son of William E. and Roberta (Elliott) Latshaw. Mike lived a simple yet rewarding life. He was known for his dedication to the City of Vincennes, whe...

Breonica came into this world at 4:41 pm at Gateway Women's Center in Newburgh, Indiana, under emergent circumstances. Her parents, Derek and Brandy Ruggles and her big brothers Drew and Remington were proud to welcome the tiny 1 lb5 oz, 12 inches long sassy little girl into their family. Being so frail, she spent the ...

John William Arnold was born on November 21, 1944, in Tell City, Indiana to Carl and Leoma Arnold, who preceded him in death. John passed away on July 30, 2026. John's journey was marked by his love for his family, friends; new and lifelong, personal and professional achievements, and his deep love for the game of golf...

Ted Hazel, age 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family. Ted served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam with the 716th Military Police and worked for the Pro...

ames "Jim" Lorel Coleman, 95, entered peacefully into the arms of his Lord and savior on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and devoted caregivers. Born in New Albany, Indiana, on September 24, 1930, to Lorel "Coke" and Helen (Cooper) Coleman, Jim grew up in southern Indiana between ...

Samuel "Sam" B Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN passed away in Beaufort, SC on July 24, 2026. Friends may visit with Sam's family from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home, 2020 State Street, Washington, IN 47501. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:...

R. Ellen Salmon, age 68, of Huntingburg, Indiana, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1958, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and an uplifting spirit. Ellen graduated from high school and went on to dedicate much of her working life to caring for others. She w...

Timothy James Burris, known to many as Timmy, passed away on July 26, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 62. He was born on January 23, 1964, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a steady, kind presence that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Timmy was a...