Residents Criticize Invasive Ordinance Repeal

Knox County Commissioners have finalized the repeal of local ordinances regulating invasive plant species and dissolved both the Invasive Species Board and the county’s Weed Board. The 2–1 vote, with Commissioners T.J. Brink and Tim Ellerman II
Aldi Opened in Vincennes Today

The new Aldi store opened this morning without fanfare. A small group of shoppers waited outside for the 9 a.m. soft opening. The store is located next to Marshalls and Hobby Lobby on Kimmell Road. An official
Cocaine Found During Traffic Stop

A Vincennes man was arrested Monday night after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs and paraphernalia. Around 6:28 p.m. on May 19, 2025, a Knox County Sheriff’s deputy pulled over a 2004 white Chevy
Indiana Prisoner Executed on Tuesday

Indiana corrections officials carried out a state execution early this morning. They used an anti-seizure medication to carry out the lethal injection at the Indiana State Prison in Michigan City. The prisoner, Benjamin Ritchie, shot and killed
Knox County Food Access Study

A report is due out soon on a recent study in Knox County on food insecurity. The Knox County Health Department partnered with Indiana University’s O’Neill School to assess how well local food pantries are meeting community
Beware of Storm Related Scams

After the storms over the past weekend, officials urge residents to stay alert for scams. The Indiana Attorney General’s office says scammers may offer quick repairs or cleanup, but disappear after a down payment or do subpar