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Three KC Girls Teams in Action Tonight; SK Girls Hit the Court Tomorrow Night
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices open their girls basketball season tonight by hosting Terre Haute South at 7:30 p.m. The Rivet Patriots also play at home against Evansville Christian, while North Knox travels to Linton…

Reports: IHSAA Suspends SK Girls Basketball Coach Eaves for Two Games, Places Lady Spartans on One Year Probation
The Indiana High School Athletic Association suspended South Knox girls basketball coach Hollie Eaves for two games and placed the Lady Spartans on probation for one year. The penalties stem from an alleged “undue…

From Armistice Day to Veterans Day: The history behind the holiday
Veterans Day honors U.S. military veterans and traces its origins to the armistice that ended fighting in World War I on Nov. 11, 1918. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the first Armistice Day observance in 1919…

Multi-Car Accident Affects U-S 41 at SR 67 Interchange
At least five cars were involved in a crash at the U.S. 41 and State Road 67 interchange north of Vincennes on Wednesday morning, with at least two people injured, according to crews at the scene. The collision affected…

LHS Athletes Win Awards in Annual Ceremony
Vincennes Lincoln athletes received honors at the school’s annual fall sports awards ceremony. Winners represented football, golf, volleyball, boys’ and girls’ soccer, tennis and cross country. Three coaches—Alyssa…

Measles Treatment on Minds of GSH Staff
Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes is proactively preparing for potential measles outbreaks in the Knox County area. While the Knox County Health Department has confirmed that there are currently no reported cases of…

Paving Work Set This Week in Vincennes
Paving crews are expected to work on several Vincennes streets this week, following milling that began late last week. The project had been delayed by gas-line work, but City Engineer John Sprague says it is now ready…

Washington Avenue Road Work Continues in Vincennes
Intermittent road closures are scheduled to begin Wednesday on Washington Avenue in Vincennes as part of the Phase II improvement project. Miller Pipeline will work between St. Clair Street and Emison Avenue, with each…

SK Corporation, Teachers Still Finalizing Contract
South Knox School Board and the teachers’ union are still negotiating a final contract. The board had been scheduled to ratify an agreement at its latest meeting, but the item was removed from the agenda. No details…

Williams Brothers to Close Vincennes Pharmacy Service Only
Williams Brothers Pharmacy will end its retail pharmacy service in Vincennes on November 18, citing problems with Medicaid reimbursements. The Washington-based company will continue providing home healthcare services…

VCSC plans for future improvements
The Vincennes Community School Board is currently developing a multi-year financing strategy to address essential district needs. The proposed plan aims to secure up to $25 million in funding, which would be allocated…

Lincoln Memorial Bridge to close Nov. 16 in Knox County
The National Park Service says the Lincoln Memorial Bridge in Knox County will close to vehicles and pedestrians beginning Nov. 16. The closure is expected to last through March 2027 while crews reconstruct the granite…

Public Hearing Set November 23rd at City Hall on Firehouse Flats Bond Proposal
Vincennes residents will have another chance to comment on a proposed bond for Firehouse Flats at a public hearing on Nov. 23 at City Hall. The bond would support an apartment complex on the current city parking lot…

Vincennes City Council Approves Downtown Rink Construction on Split 3-2 Vote
The Vincennes City Council approved funding for an outdoor ice rink downtown in a 3-2 vote, with council members Marc McNeece and Regina Blinn opposed. McNeece argued the money should instead restore full city employee…

City of Vincennes Sees 16 Percent Health Insurance Increase for 2027
Vincennes’ Board of Works approved a 16% increase in the city employee health insurance plan for 2027, down from an initial 25% rise. The city set aside about $130,000 for the change, with higher deductibles and…

A Reminder– Memorial Bridge Plan is to Close Monday
State Road 441 will close at Vincennes’ Lincoln Memorial Bridge beginning Monday for continued facade repairs. The closure over the Wabash River is expected to last until mid-March 2027, weather permitting. Local…

Adjustments Continue Toward Removal of 2 Million Dollars from 2027 City Budget
Vincennes officials are working to remove about $2 million from the city’s 2027 budget, following recommendations from fiscal consultant Reedy Financial. Mayor Joe Yochum said initial reductions affected raises for city…

VCSC Holds Public Hearing Over Proposed Bond Issue
The Vincennes Community School Board held a public hearing on a proposed bond issue of up to $25 million for building and equipment improvements. The funding could support repairs at Lincoln High School, Clark Middle…
Foley awarded N Philip Shelton Humanitarian Award
Jackie Foley received the N Philip Shelton Humanitarian Award on Nov. 8 from the Vincennes Kiwanis, in partnership with Good Samaritan Hospital. Kiwanis President Mallory Hughes presented the honor, which recognizes…
Duke donates to VU for Innovative Teaching Summit
The Duke Energy Foundation awarded Vincennes University a $5,000 grant for its Innovative Teaching Summit. The half-day event brought together about 200 preservice and practicing educators to share research-based…

Power Outage Reported in North Side of Vincennes
A power outage affecting approximately 630 customers was reported in the north side of Vincennes on Sunday morning. The disruption, which occurred around 9:30 a.m., was caused by an object striking a power line near the…
Duke Energy Foundation Gives Funds to VU Teachers’ Improvement Seminar
The Duke Energy Foundation has awarded a five-thousand dollar grant to Vincennes University to support its Innovative Teaching Summit. The half-day professional seminar provided training for approximately 200 educators…

Knox County Sports Roundup for MOnday
Today is the official opening day for boys’ basketball practice across Indiana. The IHSAA has this day listed as the first available time for organized team practices for its member schools across the state. The first…

John Michael Organ, 70, Vincennes
John Michael Organ, a long-time resident and business owner in Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on November 7, 2026, at the age of 70. Known for his involvement in the local community, including his membership in the…

Vincennes Milling & Paving Advisory
The Vincennes Mayor’s Office has announced that E&B Paving will begin milling operations on several city streets, including 7th Street and Bayou Street. The work is expected to last for several days, with paving…

Generations Launches “No One Goes Hungry” Campaign
Generations, the Area 13 Agency on Aging, has launched the “No One Goes Hungry” holiday campaign. The fundraiser aims to address a waiting list of 265 older adults across six Indiana counties who require home-delivered…

Vincennes Man Returned to Knox County to Face Rape Warrant
Hayden Wood, a 24-year-old man from Vincennes, has been returned to the Knox County Jail to face an outstanding rape warrant issued by the Knox Circuit Court. Wood was arrested in Clark County regarding an incident…

Vincennes Street Milling Begins Today’; Paving to Start Next Week
The Vincennes Mayor’s Office has announced that milling operations on several city streets will begin today, conducted by E&B Paving. The work is expected to last for several days, with paving scheduled to follow early…

Travis Scott x GTA 6 Nike Air Force 1 — Fire Pink Hits, a Cash-Inspired Strap, Vice City Attitude: First Look
Lester Square has officially unveiled a new lighting installation, a project designed to extend the usability of the public space into the evening hours. Local officials, including Mayor Joe Yochum and City Council…