VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - Firehouse Flats took another step forward Thursday as the Vincennes Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved the project’s economic development agreement during its monthly meeting. Before that vote, around a dozen people spoke during public comment, with some supporting the project and others raising concerns about parking, the location and how the process has been handled. One of those speaking in support of Firehouse Flats was Is

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - A proposed downtown housing development first introduced in 2025 could bring nearly 100 new apartments to downtown Vincennes. Franklin, Indiana-based AP Development is proposing Firehouse Flats. The project includes two downtown properties. AP Development plans to build the largest portion on the city-owned public parking lot at Third and Vigo streets. Plans provided to We Are Knox County show a four-story apartment building with 89 unit

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - The Vincennes Water Department is working to repair a water main break that could temporarily impact service to some residents. According to the City of Vincennes, the break is on Gravel King Road. The city says the repair may require water to be shut off to households along 15th Street from Main Street to Nicholas Street, from 15th Street to the end of Vigo Street behind Vigo Elementary School, and from 15th Street to Colony Drive. If a

UPDATE: The crossing has since reopened. VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - WAKC News Now has confirmed a “minor train derailment” in Vincennes with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office. Reports of the derailment came in around 5:30 p.m. The derailment is just south of the 15th Street crossing. The wheels of the train have come off the tracks, but the train remains upright. No train cars appear to have overturned. CSX is currently on scene working to address the derailment. T

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - Firefighters in Vincennes spent Thursday evening battling a reported structure fire at a business near the intersection of 7th and Broadway streets. The fire was reported shortly before 6 p.m. Firefighters from both the Vincennes City Fire Department and Vincennes Township Fire Department were on scene. WAKC News Now was at the scene and saw that a door and window had been removed from the Action Staffing building. Firefighters were also

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - A Vincennes Lincoln High School senior is getting another opportunity to represent his country on the international baseball stage. Cooper Collins has been selected as one of just 20 players from across the country to represent the United States on the 2026 USA Baseball 18U National Team, according to the Vincennes Community School Corporation. Collins was named to the final roster following the conclusion of training camp at the USA Bas

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - The Vincennes Animal Shelter has been recognized for its efforts to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for people throughout the community. The shelter received the N. Philip Shelton Award from KCARC during an awards ceremony Saturday night. Shelter Director Leah said the award recognizes the shelter’s commitment to welcoming people of all backgrounds and abilities. “We were all just shocked and happy to be recognized,” Leah s

Image Courtesy: WTWO/WAWV, news partner of We Are Knox County VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - A new company is getting started in Vincennes with a goal of helping farmers navigate complicated reporting requirements and improve access to capital. Fallow AG officially began operations at The Pantheon business and innovation center this week. According to a press release, the company is developing data-driven tools to help farmers create a clearer picture of their operati

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - Drivers traveling through Vincennes should be aware of changes coming to U.S. 41 and State Road 441/Willow Street this week. The Indiana Department of Transportation says work will begin on or around Tuesday, September 1, at the southbound Highway 41 off-ramp to State Road 441/Willow Street. At the same time, the right lane of S.R. 441/Willow Street will be closed between Highway 41 and Emison Street. The restrictions will allow for the

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - One man has died following a motorcycle crash outside of Vincennes. According to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened around 1:50 Saturday afternoon. Investigators say 60-year-old Paul Emmons was traveling north on School House Road when he lost control of the bike while traveling through a curve. The sheriff’s office says Emmons was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash. Emmons was transported to Good Samaritan H

VINCENNES, Ind. (We Are Knox County) - What started as an early birthday surprise for a Vincennes boy on Thursday turned into a memory that will last a lifetime. Eleven-year-old Blake Yochum and his parents, John and Kasey Yochum, attended country singer Thomas Rhett’s concert in Evansville to celebrate Blake’s upcoming birthday. Blake had the opportunity to meet Rhett backstage before the concert through a meet-and-greet Kasey won. During the meet-and-greet, Blake decided to

VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — A local dealership in Vincennes donated money to the Knox County Veterans Court. Uebelhor and Sons GMC donated $820 to help those involved with the program. The Knox County Veterans Court is a specialized court program designed to help veterans who become involved in the criminal justice system. These funds will help provide incentives, rewards, and other supportive benefits that encourage participants to actively engage in the program. “It is a