Governor Braun names area residents to state boards

Governor Mike Braun has announced new appointments to state boards and commissions, including several from the local area. The governor made 99 appointments statewide during the month of March. Among those selected, Theresa Wolf of Legacy Living

Commissioners create committee to study energy land use

The Knox County Commissioners on Tuesday passed a resolution establishing an Energy Land Use Advisory Committee. The committee is being created to review and provide recommendations on land use issues related to energy development in the county.

City ends agreement for county animal housing

Knox County Commissioners are preparing for changes after the City of Vincennes moved to end its agreement to house county animals. Mayor Joe Yochum addressed commissioners Tuesday, saying the interlocal agreement had not been working as intended.

Sheriff candidates outline priorities in election profiles

First City News is providing coverage of the Knox County Sheriff’s race ahead of the upcoming primary election. Five candidates are running for sheriff, including four Republicans and one Democratic candidate. Because the Republican primary is contested,

Vincennes University releases Blazers Give Day results

Vincennes University is reporting final results following last week’s Blazers Give Day. Blazers Give Day is an annual 24-hour fundraising campaign supporting scholarships, programs, and student needs across the university. As previously reported, university officials said a

Citywide cleanup offers nonprofit funding opportunity

Vincennes will hold its annual citywide cleanup next month. The event is scheduled for May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon. Participants can sign up as teams and help clean streets around the city. Mike Thomas with