A Vincennes man was sentenced to 140 years in prison following a guilty plea on 19 charges of possessing of distributing child-related sexual material. Zachary Stewart received the sentencing earlier this week as part of a hearing in Knox Circuit Court. The sentence to the 38 year-old Stewart was part of a plea agreeme...

The announcement date for the sale of the Knox County Chamber's buy one, get one gift cards is coming soon. At this point, the release date may be within days, but no official time or date has been announced yet. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum knows when they do go on sale, they will go very quickly. Mayor Yochum is glad t...

The expected colder weather has come back to the area, as steady temperatures will be the rule through the day today. Forecast highs are expected to stay in the mid to upper 30's, with gusty winds making if feel even chillier. National Weather Service forecaster Matt Eckhoff says even with that, you can give thanks for...

This year's Knox County "Shop with a Cop" will be held again on the second Tuesday of December. This year, it will be held on them orning of Tuesday, December ninth at the Vincennes Wal-Mart. Vincennes Police Chief Jon Hillenbrand says like previous years, Shop with a Cop will provide many Head Start kids wil...

The Vincennes Board of Works has approved new fiber-optic cable installation in part of the City right of way. Crown Fiber will do the work for City residents. This is the second set of fiber Crown officials will be installing in the last several weeks. The other set was placed near the intersection of Ford Road and Ki...

      The Greene County Sheriff's Office says it's offering to register storm shelters in the county to make it easier for fire departments to locate individuals following a major storm.       The sheriff's office says several residents expressed intentions to...

Vincennes University has announced ribbon cuttings for five more STEM-based centers across southwest Indiana. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. The first will be at Carlisle Elementary School on the afternoon of Thursday, December fourth. Friday, December fifth, the labs will debut at the Moun...

      Martin County Recycling, in Loogootee, will be closed Thanksgiving Day and Friday.       It WILL be open Saturday, the 29th at both locations from 8:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.

Indiana 211 is ready to connect Hoosiers with essential help as cold weather and the holiday season approach. This free, confidential service links residents to a wide range of critical support, including food assistance, warming centers, holiday meals, and utility support. To find verified, local resources, Hoosiers c...

      Tis the season to be on the lookout for holiday scammers.       One of the top scams to beware of is fake lookalike digital storefronts, often using Web addresses that look similar to the real thing.       And with AI making...

The Vincennes Lincoln Alices opened the 2025-26 season with an impessive 55-33 win at Mount Vernon. Leyton Battles led L-H-S with 13, while Ryder Duke added 12. The Alices now move into the Capital Classic in Lawrenceville starting with two games tomorrow. The Alices start with Salem around noon tomorrow, and face the ...

In girls basketball, Washington got 23 points from Katie Reed as the Hatchets beat Vincennes Lincoln 53-20. Kaiya Farrar led the 3-3 Alices with nine points. North Knox shook off a halftime time with Evansville Christian to defeat the Eagles last night, 54-45. Lexi Primus led the Lady Warriors with 15, while Caroline Y...

The Vincennes Rivet Patriots picked up their first win of the season downing Washington Catholic 58-4. Alli Stearns and Kaylee Hawkins led Rivet with 13 points. Piper Lewis added 12. The North Knox C-Team defeated Loogootee 31-19 to go to 1-0 oin the season. Klouser Road led all scorers with 12 points. Also, Reid Hall ...

Tomorrow will be the big day for Vincennes Lincoln High School baseballer Brady Anderson. Tomorrow (Tuesday) at 3:15 pm, Anderson is set to sign a letter of intent to play at Webster University. The signing will be in the lobby at Alice Arena. All are welcome to attend the signing ceremony tomorrow afternoon at L-H-S.

In girls Basketball action last night, North Knox beat Vincennes Rivet 57-20. Lexi. Primus. Led three Warriors in double figures with 17 points. Ally Stearns led Rivet with six points. Evansville Mater Dei knocked off South Knox 63-44. Kendal Hill led the Spartans with a game High 17 points. Other scores Castle beat Mt...

North Knox High School is seeking two new coaches for its Boys' Soccer and Girls' Volleyball programs. Anyone interested in the positions are invited to head to the North Knox School Corporation website, and complete an application found there. North Knox athletic director Kent Doades stresses for both spots, previous ...

Congratulations goes out o Vincennes Lincoln High School Senior Mac McCormick, who was named The SIAC Football Player of the Year. McCormick was also tabbed First Team Running back. He was The only Lincoln Player on the First Team. Second Team honors goes out to offensive lineman Gabe Vieck Wide Receiver Brody Phillips...

The wait is over for South Knox grad Adam Schenk. Schenk survived the Windy conditions at Butterfield Bermuda Beach having posted a12-under in 272 at Port Royal Golf Course to edge Chandler Phillips by one stroke . It was Schenk's 243 start on PGA Tour Now that he has a PGA Tour victory, he will be invited to various e...

The Vincennes Lincoln Alices opened up the season on the short end of a 46-42 loss at Terre Haute South. Kiaya Farrar led the Alices with 11 points while Marlo Thorne 10. North Knox is now 3-0 after rolling over Linton 60-24. Jade Richter led the Warriors with 16 points while Lexi Primus added 15. Vincennes Rivet dropp...

In Girls Basketball action, the Vincennes Lincoln Alices open up their season at Terre Haute South. The Braves are 1-0. Tip off is set for 7:30 and you can hear the game on WZDM. Class 2A number two North Knox plays host to Linton. The Warriors are 2-0. The Miners are 1-0. Tip off is set for 7:30 and you can hear the g...

Mary "Jane" (Taylor) Smoot, 83, formerly of Washington, IN, passed away on November 23, 2025, in Greentown, IN. A funeral service will be held at First Christian Church on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at 3:30 p.m. EST with Reverend Byron Holtslaw officiating. Burial will follow at Bethany Cemetery, Highway 50, ...

Kyle Thomas Doane, age 55, passed away on November 24, 2025, in his hometown of Vincennes, Indiana. Born on August 15, 1970, to Thomas and Judith Ann "Minderman" Doane, Kyle grew into a man of great character with a passion for life's simple pleasures. He shared a bond with his significant other, Sonja Russel...

Mary Lou Vieck, 90, of Vincennes, passed away Sunday, November 24, 2025, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born November 26, 1934, in Vincennes, the daughter of Arthur and Bernadine (Wissing) Richardville. A 1952 graduate of St. Rose Academy, Mary Lou was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. ...

Steven Joseph Boyd, better known as Steve, a beloved husband, grandfather, great grandfather devoted member of his community, and passionate farmer, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2025, at the age of 74. Steve was born on November 10, 1951, in Washington, the son of Robert D. and Mary Laverne (Mangin) Boyd. He ...

Beverly J. Shoup, a cherished mother and friend, passed away at the age of 82 on November 20, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana. Beverly was born on June 22, 1943, in Highland, Illinois, to the late Warren H. and Sara J. "Thomason" Siever. Her warmth, wisdom, and unwavering kindness will be deeply missed by all wh...

It is with both heavy hearts and joyful memories that we celebrate the life of Mary Elizabeth Banta, who left us peacefully on November 22, 2025. Born on February 23, 1942 in Vincennes, IN, to the late Chester & Hester Helderman, she was born with a passion for nurturing both her family and the earth. Mary truly ex...

Carmia Louise Howder, 87, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on November 20, 2025, at her residence in Vincennes. She was born on July 26, 1938, to the late Cyril & Lottie (Carson) Williams at home in Orville, Indiana, & she spent her adolescent years growing up near the Wabash River with her 18 siblings. Carmi...

Donald Ray Whitehead, aged 68, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on November 19, 2025, in Oaktown, Indiana. Born on September 22, 1957, in Jasper, Indiana, he was a son to the late Martha Bedwell Whitehead and John Whitehead. Donald was a patriot at heart, having honorably served his cou...

Joseph Patrick Smith, a loving and faith-filled man, left this world on November 17, 2025, at the age of 65. He was born on August 17, 1960, in Loogootee, Indiana, and passed away in Washington, Indiana, surrounded by the love of his family. Joseph, affectionately known by many as Joe, graduated from high school and we...

Vernon E. Houchins, 82, of Vincennes, passed peacefully into the loving embrace of his Lord on November 17, 2025, at his home. Born on July 14, 1943, in Vincennes, Indiana, he was the son of Vernon E. Houchins I and Georgia (Lewis) Houchins Cochran. After losing his father in World War II, Vern was blessed to be loving...

Siegfried Eberhard Schleicher, born on April 17, 1939, in Breslau, Germany, passed away at the age of 86 on November 13, 2025, in Vincennes, Indiana. Siegfried's robust life was defined by his deep commitment to family, his unwavering work ethic, and his generous spirit that touched many lives within his community. Sie...

Wilma Jeanne Mallette, 93, passed away from natural causes on November 13, 2025. She was born in Plainville, Indiana, and was a resident of Williamsburg, Virginia, at the time of her passing. Jeanne was a devoted Air Force wife, volunteered for hospice, comforting people during their time of great need, and was active ...