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Helping His Hands Gives Helping Hand to LHS Soccer
A Vincennes service group was represented at Wednesday night'sVincennes Lincoln regional semifinal soccer game with Heritage Hills. The soccer Alices were wearing socks provided by Vincennes-based relief group Helping His Hands. Helping His Hands director Jason Burkhart lets us know how the socks got to the soccer team...
10h ago

Gibson Gas Leak Kills One, Seriously Injures Another
A man died and a woman is in critical condition after suspected gas leak inside a Gibson County home Wednesday night. Deputies responded around 8:15 p.m. to the house at Willard and Strain Streets and found the couple unresponsive in the basement. ...
10h ago

GSH Hospice Acquired by ComnonSpirit Health at Home
CommonSpirit Health at Home will acquire Good Samaritan Hospice in February. Good Samaritan recently announced it was closing its hospice program at the end of the year. Current Good Samaritan Hospice caregivers ...
10h ago

Old Cathedral in Vincennes One of 14 Sacred Places to Get Renovations
Vincennes' historic Old Cathedral is one of 14 churches statewide to get funding from the Indiana Landmarks' Sacred Places fund for various repairs. The Old Cathedral will receive 100-thousand dollars to restore masonry in the 1826 basilica and adjacent historic library. Overall, fourteen churches were named as recipie...
10h ago

RDC Moving Toward Housing Rehab Contractor
The Vincennes Redevelopment Commission is moving forward on a contract plan to take on a Housing Rehabilitation Program director. At yesterday's session, the position was directed toward targeting the worst houses in the city's TIF zone, and earmarking the property for redevelopment. The plan is to hire an outside reha...
10h ago

City of Vincennes Agrees to Early Signing to Save Cost on New Fire Truck
The Vincennes Board of Works has approved a move to allow signage of purchase documents now for a new City fire truck. Vincennes Fire Chief Brett Bobe says the early signing is a cost-saving move. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum also assures everyone the money will be there to cover the contract's signing. The actual constr...
10h ago

Two Washington Juveniles Arrested in Stolen Car Incident
Washington police arrested two juveniles early Wednesday morning following an incident that began around East National Highway and State Street, Police say some individuals working on their vehicle fled as they approached. &...
10h ago

Boil Order Set for Part of Odon
The Town of Odon says that due to a water line being hit and water shut off at 900 East and Garten Street, any residents in this area with water shut off will be under a boil order once water is turned back on.
10h ago

Four Arrested in Early-Morning Drug Stop
Indiana State Police arrested four Vincennes residents overnight following a drug discovery during a stop yesterday at 15th and Main Streets in Vincennes. A search of the vehicle turned up various drug items, along with an amount of currency. Jail records show 30 year-old Mariah Lewis, 26 year-old Sarah Liddle, and 33 ...
Oct 16, 2025

Helping His Hands Helps LHS Soccer Team
A Vincennes service group was represented at last night's Vincennes Lincoln regional semifinal soccer game with Heritage Hills. The soccer Alices were wearing socks provided by Vincennes-based relief group Helping His Hands. Helping His Hands director Jason Burkhart says the donation is part of Bomba's buy one pair, gi...
Oct 16, 2025

Karen Downen, 80, Vincennes
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Karen Elizabeth Downen, a beloved wife, devoted mother, proud grandmother and compassionate healthcare professional. Karen, who was born on October 31, 1944, in Vincennes, Indiana, the daughter of James and Aletha (VanVleet) Hooks. She transitioned peacefully f...
5h ago
Gary Barekman, 77, Vincennes
Gary Eugene Barekman, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, in his hometown of Vincennes, Indiana, where he first drew breath on April 24, 1948. Born to the late Lois Evelyn Small and Gerald Maurice Barekman, one of the last local milkmen, Gary's full life was as vibrant and bold as the colors of the flag he ador...
Oct 16, 2025

Bruce Deckard Obit
After a long and courageous battle with lung cancer, Bruce went to his eternal home in heaven with Jesus on Monday, October 13, 2025, surrounded by family. Born to Eugene and Virginia Deckard on July 25, 1954, he was the youngest son and welcomed home by brothers David and Ron. Bruce graduated from LHS in 1972 and atte...
Oct 16, 2025

Tommy McCracken, 75, Washington
Tommy G. McCracken, 75, of Washington, Indiana went to be with the Lord on October 11, 2025. He was born in Washington, Indiana on May 15, 1950, to the late Roscoe and Helen (Roach) McCracken. Tommy grew up in Montgomery and attended Bar Reeve High School before moving to Washington and attended Washington High School,...
Oct 15, 2025

David Smith, 81, Bicknell
David Edgar Smith, age 81, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on the 12th of October 2025 surrounded by his family. Born on June 30, 1944, in Terre Haute, Indiana, he was the son of the late Eva Schott Heck and Wendall Smith. Known affectionately as David to his friends and loved ones, he led a fulfil...
Oct 15, 2025

Janice Reeves, 78, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Janice Louise (Haggard) Reeves, a beloved mother, grandmother, and devoted friend. Born on December 28, 1946, in Vincennes she is the daughter of Vernard and Joan (Miller) Haggard. She married James Anthony Reeves on October 3, 1980 and he preceded her in death on...
Oct 12, 2025

Pamela Johnson, 84, Washington
Pamela Joy Johnson, 84, of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 8, 2025. She was born in Belding, Michigan on November 25, 1940, to the late Andrew and Goldie (Young) Johnson. Pamela was a proud Registered Nurse for many years and worked at several healthcare facilities helping her patients. She was a member of t...
Oct 09, 2025

Joseph "Mark" Mathis, 68, Vincennes
Joseph Mark Mathis, known affectionately as Mark to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, in Vincennes, Indiana, at the age of 68. Born on February 20, 1957, in Washington, Indiana, he was the cherished son of the late Virginia Ross Mathis and Charles Perry Mathis, who predeceased him. Mark...
Oct 09, 2025

Pete Aldrich, 60, Washington
Bishop Emory Gene Aldrich, affectionately known to most as Pete, passed away on October 7, 2025, in Washington, IN, surrounded by his family. Born in Linton, IN, on September 16, 1965, Pete leaves behind a legacy of faith, dedication, and service to the Lord and to those around him. Pete's journey began as a son to Gen...
Oct 09, 2025

Joseph Small, 76, Vincennes
Joseph Malcolm Small, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on May 18, 1949, in Washington, IN the son of Joseph Malcolm and Virginia Ruth (Smith) Small. He married Glenda Darlene Frankum on January 17, 1969. Joe dedicated his life to ...
Oct 08, 2025

Lawrence Hess, 97, Vincennes
Lawrence "June" Hess Jr., a steadfast pillar of the Vincennes community, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 97, in his hometown. He was born on May 5, 1928, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Lawrence Hess Sr. and Marceline "Mouzin" Hess. He grew up embodying the values of hard work, dedication, a...
Oct 08, 2025

Dacy Wampler, 91, Fritchton
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dacy Ann Wampler, who left this world on October 4, 2025. Dacy was born on May 5, 1934 in Decker, IN the daughter of Sterling and Murel (McCrary) Briner. A proud graduate of Fritchton High School, Dacy loved playing games and especially loved euchre, meeting with friends an...
Oct 08, 2025

A Traditional Rivalry Ends Tonight in Week Nine of High School Football
The last matchup-for at least a while-between Vincennes Lincoln and Jasper happens tonight at Inman Field in Vincennes. The two teams will play L-H-S's final SIAC football game tonight at 7:30. You can hear the game on 92.1 WZDM, and watch it live-streamed at tocsportsnetwork.com. The North Knox Warriors wrap up their ...
12h ago

Volleyball Sectional Semi-Finals Set
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices opened up Volleyball Sectional play last night at Princeton with a 3-1 Win over Washington. Marlo Thorne led Lincoln with 17 kills while Hadley Piper added 25 assists and 17 digs, The victory Moves the Alices into Saturdays second semi-final against the host Tigers. The first match saw Jasp...
12h ago

Cooper Collins' Selection Day is Set for Tuesday
Vincennes Lincoln High School catcher Cooper Collins has set Tuesday of next week as the day he will make his choice for a baseball scholarship. The junior Collins has narrowed his list down to five teams-Texas A&M; West Virginia; Kentucky, South Florida, and Virginia. The signing ceremony will happen at 3:15 that ...
12h ago

LHS Prepares to Host Tonight's Soccer Regional Semifinal
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices prepare to host the Heritage Hills Patriots in a Class 2A Soccer Regional semifinal game at the L-H-S facility. The Alices come in at 8-9, and off a 1-0 win over Gibson Southern in the Washington Sectional. The Patriots are 12-3-2, and 7-1 in their last eight. They defeated Mater Dei 3-1 to...
Oct 15, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
The Girls State volleyball tournament gets underway tonight at a few sites. At the Sullivan Class 2-A. Sectional.... 9-16 Eastern Green takes on 22-6 Sullivan. At the Class 2-A Tecumseh sectional...17-12 Tell City plays 24-4 North Posey. Match number two has 17-11 Mater Dei squaring off against 23-8 Tecumseh. At Clay C...
Oct 14, 2025

Tough Draws for Both Knox County Football Teams
The Sectional Pairings for the Upcoming Football tournament were announced last night. In Class 3-A sectional 32, Tough draw for the Lincoln Alices as they will host number two Gibson Southern in the First round. The winner gets top ranked Evansville memorial in the Semi-finals, Other first round Match ups feature Mt V...
Oct 13, 2025

Conference Showdowns Headline Week 8 Tonight
Conference leaders are on the docket for both Knox County football teams to night. The Vincennes Lincoln Alices head to Enlow Field to face the undefeated Memorial Tigers tonight. Kickoff time is 7:30; hear it on 92.1 WZDM. It will be another Southwest Conference title showdown between North Knox and North Daviess. Bot...
Oct 10, 2025

Knox County Sports Foundup for Friday
Sectional Championships are now set in the girls state soccer tournament. At the Gibson Southern Class 2-A Sectional, Washington beat Princeton 7-0 and The host Titans trimmed Vincennes Lincoln 5-3. At the Class A Sullivan Sectional...WRV beat Barr-Reeve 3-1 while Rivet blanked Sullivan 3-0. And at the Forest Park Clas...
Oct 10, 2025

Soccer Sectional Action Continues Across the Area
Both South Knox and Lincoln High School are onto their respective IHSAA soccer finals. At Washington, Vincennes Lincoln got there with a 4-1 victory over Pike Central. They will now face Gibson Southern in Saturday afternoon's final; the Titans defeated homestanding Washington 2-1. At Northeast Dubois, the South Knox S...
Oct 09, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The Girls took center stage Tuesday in the state soccer tournament. At the Gibson Southern Class 2-A Sectional, the host Titans beat Southridge 3-0. Gibson Southern will square off against Vincennes Lincoln on Thursday. At the Sullivan Class A Sectional, Undefeated WRV eliminated North Knox 7-0. WRV will meet Barr-Reev...
Oct 08, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
he Boys soccer sectionals got underway on Monday and the Vincennes Rivet Patriots saw their season come to an end, falling to Barr-Barr Reeve 6-0 at the Northeast Dubois Class A Sectional. The Vikings move on to the semi-finals where they will take on South Knox. The Spartans Blanked WC 5-0. At the Washington Class 2-A...
Oct 07, 2025
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