Both the Knox and Daviess County Sheriff's Departments urge the public to be aware of a text scam making the rounds in the area. The scam text alerts to an alleged unpaid ticket that the potential victim owes. It also gives information to clear up the problem. Both departments remind it is a bogus text message. Law enf...

Indiana Governor Mike Braun is defending his decision to remove Vivian Winston, Donna Spears, and Jill Maurer Burnett as trustees at Indiana University. Winston's term was due to end this year, but Spears and Maurer Burnett's terms were set to end in 2026 and 2027, respectively. Braun had previously said he wouldn't re...

Road and curb work in downtown Vincennes is nearly complete. For the last couple of weeks, workers have been improving roads and curbs in the Main Street area from First to Sixth Streets. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum believes one positive impact is wider parking spaces near Patrick Henry Square. City officials know the i...

If you missed the first Free Fishing Day on May 4th, mark your calendar for the next ones, this weekend-- June 7th and 8th--and again on September 27th. While there are no licenses or stamps required on these special days to fish the state's public waters, all regulations such as seasons, bag limits, and size limits st...

Is a one high school model coming to Terre Haute? The Vigo County School Board reviewed early findings from a 16-month Gibraltar study that could reshape the district's schools. The district currently runs three high schools, five middle schools, and 15 elementary schools. The study recommends cutting that to one high ...

A wetter, cooler period is expected in this area from today on. The expected wet weather would follow a warmer pattern that came to the area through this week. National Weather Service forecaster Kaci Fuson says some strong storms are possible through this evening. Cooler, just above normal tenperatures are expected on...

Electric provider A-E-S will ask for a 13 percent rate increase from next year through 2027. A-E-S is the electric provider for areas in and around Petersburg, as well as in and around Indianapolis. If approved, the increase would be seven and a half percent next year, and six percent in 2027. Under those increases, th...

The Indiana General Assembly is praising its work to help support K to 12 education statewide. While many other departments were taking at least five percent decreases, the General Assembly was able to increase spending for education through high school. Jasper State Senator Daryl Schmitt also helped craft a bill to gi...

Is a one high school model coming to Terre Haute? The Vigo County School Board reviewed early findings from a 16-month Gibraltar study that could reshape the district's schools. The district currently runs three high schools, five middle schools, and 15 elementary schools. The study recommends cutting that to one high ...

The Knox County Chamber of Commerce has named its 2025 "Five Under 40" winners for this year. The winners include Spencer Burkart; Hannah Swank; Blake and Brady Mouzin; Mackenzie Jones; and Chelsea Harrington. All five will be honored Thursday, June 12th, at Vincennes University's Beckes Student Union. The ce...

All seven South Knox tennis team members have been named Blue Chip All-Conference for this year. Grace Arnold, Caroline Beard, Grace Carie, Reagan Harrington, Alli Hayden, Emily Dreiman, and Elaina Watjen were all named to the team. It is the first time in South Knox school history that has been accomplished. The Lady ...

Locations for the IHSAA Baseball Regionals will be announced later today. The Rivet Patriots will face Shakamak on one Class A Regional; the Patriots defeated North Daviess 7-6 in 8 innings, while Shakamak defeated Clay City 8-3. In 2-A, the Barr-Reeve Vikings face Evansville Mater Dei. Barr-Reeve defeated Sullivan 4-3...

The South Knox Youth Tennis Camp has been reset for next week, due to rainy conditions. The new dates for the South Knox Youth Tennis Camp are Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, and Monday, June ninth. There will be three sessions, with first to third graders in from 12:50 to 1:30; fourth to sixth graders from 1:30 to 2:30; ...

The South Knox Baseball Spartans came close, but could not pull off the victory, as the Linton Miners defeated the Spartans 7-5 in 8 innings. The Spartans were led by two runs batted on by Evan Hartwick, and one each from Maverick Benjamin and Tate Staggs. South Knox ends the season at 8-17. Weather allowing, the Rivet...

Last nig ht at League Stadium, the Vincennes Lincoln Alices led 4-2 with one out in the 7th inning. However, they could nothold the lead, as Jasper scored two in the 7th to tie, and two in the 8th to win, 6-4. Brody Phillips had a 3 for 4 night for the Alices, with Luke Hall, Colton Wonning, and Will Hambrick with two ...

Vincennes Rivet's Rachel Jacqumain is headed to the state track and field championships with some momentum, as she won the 400 meter run in the Evansville Regionals. Her time was 58.01 seconds. She also finished 8th in the 200 meters. Both Knox County softball teams saw their season come to an end. At the Gibson Southe...

Action got underway in the girls high school softball tournament. At the Linton 2-A Sectional, North Knox saw its season come to an end, as Sullivan defeated them 11-10. The Lady Warriors trailed 11-5 after five innings, but came back to score five in the final two innings, and had the tying run on base, when the game ...

The Vincennes Lincoln baseball team lost 4-1 to the Gibson Southern Titans on the road yesterday. Landon Johnson led the way with two hits for the Alices, with Brady Anderson driving in the only LHS run. Justice Johnson took the loss on the mount for the Alices. Vincennes Lincoln is back in action tomorrow with two gam...

Former North Knox High School standout Graycie Poe has announced a transfer to the University of Indianapolis. Poe made the announcement on her Facebook page. Before this, Poe had been at Limestone Community College. However, her time and Limestone ended when the school closed its doors. Poe will move th the Indianapol...

The Vincennes Lincoln tennis team advances to the semifinal round of the Vincennes Tennis Sectional last night, defeating Rivet 5-0. The Alices will now face South Knox in one semifinal this afternoon; the other features Washington versus Washington Catholic. The sectional final is set for tomorrow. At least three Knox...

Larry R. McCracken, 87, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed peacefully on June 2, 2025, surrounded by love and family in Greenwood, Indiana. Born to Ray and Hollis (Scarlett) McCracken, Larry was the cherished oldest brother in a family of seven siblings. A devoted husband to his beloved wife, Esther (Evans) McCracken, who h...

Sue Jane McClain, 83, of Vincennes, IN passed away May 29, 2025. She was born in Lawrenceville, IL on January 18, 1942, to the late James and Carita (Niver) Crews. She graduated from Lawrenceville High School. She married the love of her life Don McClain. Sue worked as a bank teller with American National before they w...

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Linda Miley, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us on May 31, 2025. Linda was born on December 1, 1943 in Vincennes the daughter of Ursel Otis and Lillian (Wise) Harrell. Linda was a devoted member of the Wheatland United Methodist Churc...

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jane Worland, who left us on May 31, 2025. A loving mother, devoted grandmother, and cherished friend, Jane brought warmth and joy to all who knew her. Jane was born on December 7, 1958 in Vincennes the daughter of Loren and Norma Jane (Southerland) Bloebaum. She ...

Barbara Holscher, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away surrounded by her family on May 21, 2025. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on December 29, 1947, to the late William and Inez (Young) Seitzinger. Barbara graduated from Decker High School in 1965 and continued her education with Vincennes University, graduating ...

effrey James Wolfe, 62, of West Deptford, formerly of Mickleton, went home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2025. Jeff was born on April 5, 1963, in Vincennes, IN to James and Dorothy (Westfall) Wolfe. He graduated from North Knox High School (1981) and Asbury University (1985). After ringing bells for the Salvation Army...

Brandin John Grant, aged 39, of Vincennes, IN, passed away on May 21, 2025, leaving a legacy of laughter and love. Born on March 14, 1986, in Beaver Dam, KY, Brandin's humor and courageous spirit were a gift to all who knew him. Brandin was a devoted husband, marrying the love of his life, Natosha "Hill" Gran...

Shirley W. Black, 85, of Vincennes was welcomed home by our Heavenly Father on May 22nd, 2025. She was born on November 18th, 1939, in Vincennes. The sixth of nine children born to Walter & Christina (Williams) Taylor. Shirley met the love of her life, Donald Black, in January of 1960. They were engaged on February...

Rachel S. "Schaefer" Brown, aged 99, passed away on May 21, 2025, in Raymore, MO. She was born in Indiana on April 20, 1926, to her loving parents, Louis and Esther "Grabbe" Schaefer. Rachel's life was characterized by her warm smile and friendly demeanor that endeared her to all. A proud graduate o...

Barbara B. Snyder, 88, of Vincennes, died on May 17, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. Barbara was born in Berwyn, Illinois, on January 22, 1937, to Myron P. and Doris Kinney Boehm. She was a graduate of Hanover College and Indiana University. Barbara served as a teacher for thirty-three years, most of which ...

Bradley Lee Toney, 69, of Oaktown, IN passed away Tuesday May 20, 2025 at his residence. Brad was born July 18, 1955 in Rapid City, SD, the son of Larry and Doris (Baughman) Toney. Throughout his 13 years of school he attended 12 different schools in various states and countries while his father served in the Air Force...

William Edward Wiscaver, called Bill by most, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully at the age of 78 in Freelandville, IN, on May 20, 2025. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on June 14, 1946, and his life was defined by the love he had for his family, his dedication to his ...