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Vincennes, Indiana Patch AM: a 5 min read

Hello Vincennes! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Why Vincennes’ representative opposed Knox County’s new solar battery plan
  • What big changes are coming to Knox County roads and solar plans?
  • How a VU program just brought home a $25,000 national prize

Also on today's calendar: Knox Co. 2nd Saturday Speaker Series – Institutions of Vincennes during the 1800’s and the Significant Contributions of the Wabash River in Early America and Its Environmental Impact Today and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the cookie go to the Doctor ? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 83 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Friday: Some sun, a t-storm; humid, temps: high: 86, low: 69. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 88 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Solar battery approval pushes forward (suncommercial.com) — Knox County’s Area Plan Commission has recommended adding a large battery energy storage system to the Ratts 2 Solar project, despite vocal opposition from nearby residents, and Vincennes’ appointee cast the lone no vote. The move keeps the Harrison Township project moving forward while county officials continue rethinking local rules for big energy developments that could affect Vincennes and surrounding communities.
   

2. Federal grant funds Knox County traffic safety action plan (suncommercial.com) — Knox County leaders in Vincennes are using a $200,000 federal grant to craft a data-driven traffic safety plan that could reshape local roads for drivers, walkers, and cyclists. Commissioners also advanced an $800 million Iona solar project agreement and a zoning change for a proposed 44-lot subdivision. Residents can question solar experts at a Monroe City meeting next Wednesday.
   

3. VU Surveying Technology Program wins $25K grand prize (suncommercial.com) — Vincennes University’s Surveying Technology program has earned a $25,000 national grand prize from the engineering and surveying licensure council, spotlighting a unique degree option based in Vincennes. Faculty and students say the award validates VU’s hands-on, career-focused training and will help expand opportunities in this high-demand field. The program is currently Indiana’s only associate degree in surveying technology.
   

4. Parking Lots To Parks: How Indiana Is Reshaping Community Spaces (inkfreenews.com) — The Knox County Public Library in Vincennes is turning its small parking-lot reading patio into a fully designed parklet, with hopes for STEM classes, performances, and community gatherings. Working with Indiana University’s Rural Placemaking Studio, the library is now chasing grants to fund the project while students finalize design concepts this month.
   

5. WVUT charts new path after federal funding cuts (wthitv.com) — WVUT, the public TV station on Vincennes University’s campus, has left the PBS network after federal funding cuts and is now operating independently. Station leaders say the shift will mean more locally focused shows, university athletics coverage, and student-produced content. Despite staff reductions, they believe the new model can strengthen service to Vincennes viewers and students.
   

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  • Kroger Family of Companies posted a job opening for Courtesy Clerk/Grocery Bagger in Vincennes. Apply here.
  • Aspen Dental Management, Inc. posted a job opening for Dental Office Manager in Vincennes. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Vincennes here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Because he felt CRUMMY ! (Thank you Michelle S. for sending it in!)
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