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Welcome From the Chamber.................................................................. 4 Meet Vincennes......................................................................................... 5 Celebrating our Culture........................................................................ 6 Stronghold for Business...................................................................... 8 Whole-Person Care................................................................................ 11 Home at Last............................................................................................ 15 The Knowledge to Grow........................................................................ 17 Great Neighbors Make a Great Community....................................... 21

director of business development George Prudhomme director of client relations JERRY ross director of outside sales debbie moss director of inside sales NANCY ODOM business development manager Bonnie Ebers marketing consultant Charlie rogers customer service director kathy Risley customer service representative judy presswood mailroom technician melinda bowlin

advertising director of ad development kacey wolters Mary kopshever ad research MILLY MASON Amy SchwartzkoPf Kathy Scott ad traffic Carol Smith senior ad designer joseph goetting ad design jake dement nick marler JOSh Mueller

Knox County at a Glace......................................................................... 24 Come Out and Play...................................................................................... 27 History Lives in Vincennes........................................................................ 30 Worship......................................................................................................... 34 Membership Directory............................................................................... 35

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Kathy Hagene carol Smith Terri Ahner Tricia Cannedy Teresa craig Julie Vordtriede

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elcome to Knox County, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s First County,â&#x20AC;? a historic county with a revered past, a vibrant present and an exciting future, located in southwest Indiana. The county seat is in the City of Vincennes, which has an atmosphere and charm fostered by residents who believe in the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s past and present. The love of history is embodied in the beautiful homes, churches and public buildings that grace the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique landscape. Knox County is also enhanced with the cities of Bicknell, Oaktown, Wheatland, Freelandville and Monroe City, all of which have a great appeal and allure. Knox County is not only revered for its history, but is also an ideal location for business or family. Our diverse economy forms a strong business and employment base ranging from manufacturing to distribution, from tourism to education, and from health care to retail sectors. The natural environment has always played a key role in Knox Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity, whether it is the lazy Wabash River or the rich farmlands. It is our hope that you will fall in love with this beautiful county nestled in southwest Indiana. The future looks very bright for Knox County. With world-class health care and higher education, unemployment rates consistently among the lowest in the state, and real estate prices well in check, Knox County

is poised for growth. A new environmentally responsible coal gasification power facility in northern Knox County will bring new jobs and set a standard for coal power generating stations across this county. The City of Vincennes plans to have the river-walk project completed in the very near future, and the Red Skelton Performing Arts Theater is a welcome addition to our vibrant arts community. The Knox County Chamber has been focusing on bringing new technologies to Knox County with multipliable broadband providers. The Chamber has been key in bringing free Wi-Fi service to downtown Vincennes, and we are encouraged about a new Wi-Max service available in Vincennes, making this county one of the first in the nation to receive this new type of broadband service. We are all very proud of what Knox County has and the promise of an even brighter future. The people of Knox County invite you to enjoy all that we have to offer, and it is our hope you will decide to make our home, yours. Marc McNeece President/CEO Knox County Chamber of Commerce

Meet Vincennes Indiana’s Undiscovered Jewel

estled in the Wabash River Valley, Vincennes has the feel of a small town with the diversity and opportunities of a big city. It is home to a historic district that treasures its past and cuttingedge industry and health care that embrace the future. Upon arriving, you’ll see the friendly people and feel right at home. At night, thousands of stars are visible in our clear skies. We enjoy four seasons in Knox County: the beautiful explosion of flowers that marks the spring, a temperate summer with occasional rainstorms, the colorful foliage of fall, and snow in the winter. These weather conditions are perfect for a variety of outdoor activities: boating on the Wabash River, camping, hunting, fishing, biking, golfing, sightseeing and much more. Encompassing more than 500 square miles, Knox County boasts some of the richest farmland in the country, perhaps best known for its mouth-watering cantaloupes and watermelons. A leader in the medical community, Good Samaritan Hospital is one of the county’s major employers. Vincennes, with just over 18,000 residents, attracts medical professionals who can care for patients in top-notch facilities. People who seek help at the hospital are not just numbers, they’re friends and neighbors of those who took the oath to heal. Knox County is proud of its small-town friendliness, which is shown to citizens and

visitors alike. It is the hub of many of the state’s attractions, with easy access to interstates and other major roads that lead to Indiana’s numerous sites. Hit the northbound highway for a twohour ride and you’ll reach the state’s capital and the home of the 2007 Super Bowl Champions, the Indianapolis Colts. U.S. 41 leads to the Bluegrass State, Kentucky, just about an hour south. Head east just 73 miles and you’ll end up in Bloomington, home of the Indiana University Hoosiers. Just a stone’s throw west and you’ll be in the Land of Lincoln — Illinois. Smack dab in the middle of it all is the great county of Knox. Vincennes is a city rich with history and tradition. From the surrender of the British to the legendary George Rogers Clark in 1779, to the present-day celebration of Clark’s victory, residents and visitors alike revel in the triumph of freedom at the annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous. Buoyed by community and civic leadership passionate about the past, the city preserves its historic charm, while residents enjoy contemporary convenience tempered with an eye to preservation. Stroll along Main Street and visit unique shops offering everything from sophisticated interior decor to antiques; from homemade pastries to custom, hand-crafted jewelry. Or visit the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park, dedicated in 1936 by President Franklin Roosevelt to honor the heroic deeds of a small troop of militiamen who captured

historic Fort Sackville from a British garrison, claiming the region for a new nation and Manifest Destiny. Just 18 years before President Roosevelt dedicated this huge memorial for Clark’s victory, a legacy was born on Lyndale Avenue in Vincennes. Funny man Red Skelton, known to many as Vincennes’ favorite son, made his way into the world on July 18, 1913, inside his childhood home at 111 W. Lyndale Ave. His birthplace remains, facing a brand-new performing arts center named in his honor on the campus of Vincennes University. The homestead of the ninth president of the United States, William Henry Harrison, is in Vincennes. Harrison’s home from 1803 to 1812 is located at 3 W. Scott St. He and his family lived in this opulent mansion when he was governor of the Indiana Territory. With one of the state’s major junior colleges calling Knox County home, education is a major part of the community. Vincennes University not only provides an educational core, but also offers venues for lectures, film festivals, and performing and fine arts. Annually, more than 100,000 people tour the Knox County area. Benefiting from all the city’s guests are Vincennes businesses, independent and corporate, family-owned and franchised, which continue to flourish and grow thanks to the vision of community and civic leaders dedicated to providing the infrastructure necessary to economic growth while retaining the city’s allure. www.knoxcountychamber.com 5

Celebrating Our Culture Make Your Mark on Vincennes’ Artistic Canvas

ultural pursuits in Knox County offer an endless canvas upon which artists can leave their individual mark, with opportunities in performance and visual arts, theater, dance, sculpture, writing, and painting.

Performing Arts The Red Skelton Performing Arts Center Vincennes University, through the financial support of the Indiana Legislature and private donations, is working to preserve and honor the memory and legacy of Red Skelton. The Red Skelton Performing Arts Center was officially dedicated on February 24, 2006. When Vincennes University opened the doors to the center, it opened a world of opportunity to students, visitors and fans from around the globe. The building includes an 850-seat theater dedicated to the extraordinary life and years of exemplary professional work by a great Hoosier and American. Red Skelton touched the lives of every generation during his more than 70 years in the entertainment business. Although Red died in 1997, he continues to influence people of all ages through his achievements as a clown, comedian, actor, writer, painter, patriot and humanitarian. In addition to the theater, the Performing Arts Center includes classrooms, rehearsal rooms and dressing rooms. The grand foyer serves as a gallery for Red Skelton paintings, statues and movie posters. A variety of uses are envisioned for the Performing Arts Center. The theater will host Vincennes University 6 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

theatrical and musical productions along with special events, convocations and conventions. The Performing Arts Center is within a block of Red Skelton’s birthplace in Vincennes. Less than a month after his death on September 7, 1997, the Vincennes University Board of Trustees voted to seek funding to construct the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center. Old Town Players Supporting and preserving the performing arts was the objective when a small group of dedicated individuals established the Old Town Players (OTP) company in November 1977. Since this humble beginning, OTP has succeeded in fulfilling that mission. The members of the Old Town Players provide live performances on Broadway at Fifth Street. For almost 30 years, Old Town Players has dedicated itself to presenting the performing arts as a means to stimulate and inspire through exceptional artistry. Utilizing volunteers, OTP promotes education through opportunities for all ages in atmosphere of caring, support and professionalism. As a nonprofit community theater, OTP is committed to the belief that the arts should involve, engage, reflect and nourish the community. Located just minutes from downtown in the heart of Vincennes’ historic district, this versatile group of thespians performs in an elegant stone building. A cornerstone of local culture, the members of the Old Town Players perform an array of drama, comedy and musical theater.

With talented playwrights, experienced direction and professional performances, the OTP troupe wows audiences with both original and classic productions. Led by theater veterans, the group holds open auditions, offering performance opportunities to talented individuals of all ages and backgrounds. From The Sound of Music to Arsenic and Old Lace, the actors of the Old Town Players offer a repertoire of cultural alternatives to those who prefer live theater to television or Hollywood.

Visual Arts The Northwest Territory Art Guild provides a supportive atmosphere for sculptors, painters and illustrators whose works grace the halls of the Knox County Chamber of Commerce and the Vincennes/Knox County Convention and Visitors Bureau. On many of Vincennes’ tree-lined avenues, eyes are drawn to unique wind sculptures, an art form developed by an ex-machinist turned artisan who makes the most of metal. Crafted from steel, his creations keep him busy in the winter and grace the local landscape year-round. Local artist Brad Rock, a graphic designer and professor at Vincennes University, has created limited-edition paintings and murals depicting the history and unique atmosphere of his hometown. In Vincennes, craftsman and artists can find their own unique niche and not only revel in it, but also develop a market for it.

The regionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premier festivals and art shows provide many with the opportunity to sell their creations, whether their medium is canvas, wood or metal.

Vincennes Sister Cities Adding breadth to the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural and heritage experience is one of Vincennesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; most unique offerings, an exchange program with its sister cities, Vincennes, France, and Wasserburg, Germany. Part of International Sister Cities for over a decade, the local program provides opportunities for students and adults to travel between these European cities and Vincennes, exchanging ideas and experience. The vision of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, the Sister Cities program exists to promote cultural exchanges and create citizen diplomats, and in Vincennes, that vision has been realized. Vincennes mayors and others have traveled to France and Germany, and in return dignitaries from France and Germany have traveled and stayed in Vincennes. High school students are visiting back and forth across the Atlantic these days, and several overseas communities have become involved. An opportunity to promote cultural awareness, education and diversity, the Sister Cities program continues to expand.

region after just a few years in operation. Supported by the nonprofit Farmers Market Alliance, the endeavor united the best local produce growers with civic leaders who envisioned weekend shopping with flair. On Saturday mornings from late May to early October, lovers of fresh fruits and vegetables can fill their pantries while also browsing booths selling handmade wood crafts, quilts, fresh and dried flowers, and homemade bread. Managed by a farmer, the produce market offers local growers an opportunity to sell the fruits of their labor, from melons, to sweet corn, to potatoes, to apples. While looking, shoppers can relax to music from gospel to instrumental. They can even learn to make culinary masterpieces from local chefs. A major summer attraction, the Vincennes Farmers Market has captured the charm, grace and intimacy of traditional outdoor European shopping.

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Stronghold for Business Vincennes Offers the Locale and the Tools for Success

oised for growth, Vincennes’ potential as a transportation, industrial and commercial hub is strengthened by the city’s enviable location in southwest Indiana. Just an hour’s drive from Terre Haute to the north and Evansville to the south, Knox County and its businesses are conveniently connected via U.S. 41 with bigger cities, without sacrificing the grace and allure of small-town living.

Transport Options and Industrial Space For corporate and independent business owners alike, the proximity of the MidAmerican Air Center, suitable for both private and commercial aircraft, makes the area all the more attractive. It has two 5,200-foot runways and charter and air taxi service and has been designated a Foreign Trade Zone. Forty-five minutes south of Vincennes is the Evansville Regional Airport, which offers full service, with jets flying in and

out every day. It also has cargo handling capabilities. And while national corporations are drawn to the Vincennes Industrial Park, conveniently located south of the city on U.S. 41, family-owned businesses, unique industries and independent companies thrive and flourish within the community.

Corporations and International Business Gemtron/Schott Gemtron/Schott manufactures top-quality, innovative components for major manufacturers throughout North America. The company consistently delivers ground-breaking technologies, providing unparalleled industry expertise and total customer care with a very reasonable price. Gemtron offers glass fabrication, molded product systems, metal fabrications, electronics, major appliances, small appliances, furniture, bath enclosures, fitness, vending, medical, industrial automation and food service items. Gemtron is the largest supplier of decorative tempered glass and molded products to the major appliance industry. Clients include Bush Industries, Coca-Cola, Electrolux, General Electric, MABE, Maytag, Precor, Sharp, SubZero, Toshiba, Whirlpool and Wolf Appliance Company. Essex Wire Magnet wire is found in hundreds of products that make life more convenient and

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enjoyable — just about anything that uses electricity uses magnet wire. Essex Group Inc. produces a wide variety of magnet wire that can be used in various electromagnetic devices, including motors, transformers, control devices, relays, generators and solenoids. Essex has a long history of being the market leader in both sales and quality for this growing global product. In addition, every one of Essex’s magnet wire manufacturing facilities has received both ISO 9001:2000 and ISO/TS 16949 certification. Wabash Steel Wabash Steel LLC opened on March 3, 2006. Wabash is pursuing work across the Midwest, fabricating steel girders for highway, railroad and pedestrian bridges. Wabash is wasting no time in making improvements to provide a quality facility for employees. The company is investing over $550,000 to modify the existing building and is installing a Blasteck machine, which will blast sheets of steel up to 10 feet wide and 106 feet long to a commercial grade finish. This process will improve the quality of the bridge girders being fabricated. Scepter Industries In 1987, Scepter Industries purchased an aluminum dross processing plant in Bicknell. The Bicknell plant recycles aluminum, dross, scrap, fines and turnings. The plant then converts this metal into 1,500-pound Remelt Scrap Ingots (RSI, sow), molten aluminum

and 30-pound pigs. There are about 85 people employed at Scepter Industries. Lewis Bakeries Headquartered in Evansville, Ind., Lewis is the largest wholesale bakery in Indiana and is one of the few remaining independent wholesale bakeries in the United States, with additional bakeries in La Porte, Fort Wayne and Vincennes, Ind., and in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Lewis Bakeries has been providing highquality bakery products throughout the Midwest since 1925. Lewis product brands include Bunny, Healthy Life, Indiana Spud, Southern Country, Butternut, Mrs. Karlâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Hartford Farms, Roman Meal, Holsum and Sunbeam. Packaging Corporation of America PCA Vincennes supplies corrugated shipping containers, partitions, displays and interior packaging and ships to Eastern Missouri, Western Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana and anywhere else quality packaging is desired. PCA Vincennes provides customers with full design solutions to all their packaging needs. The Packaging Corporation of America employs over 100 local workers, with competitive wages and benefits. Serving five states from the Vincennes plant, it is expected to expand as crews continue to break production records. FIA Capitalizing on the location of the Knox County U.S. 41 Industrial Park, just off the main drag connecting Evansville and Terre Haute, Futaba Industrial Company planted a factory to serve Toyota of Indiana, located just down the road in Gibson County. Using robotics and employing local workers, Japan-based FIA manufactures automotive parts. Although itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s been established only a few years, the company has already expanded several times and expects continued growth.

Many of FIAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s employees are graduates of the Vincennes University Robotics Program, which is geared to educating tomorrowâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workers in high-tech fields.

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Independent Businesses

Windy Knoll Winery & Vineyard A new winery is open for business right here in Vincennes. Owned by Rick and Gwen Lesser, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s located at 845 N. Atkinson Road. The Lessers take time with each batch of wine to ensure that the highest quality is produced, striving to craft a full-body wine, robust with the qualities of each particular grape. Windy Knoll offers eight different â&#x20AC;&#x153;dryâ&#x20AC;? wines and eight â&#x20AC;&#x153;semi and sweetâ&#x20AC;? wines, and the majority of the grapes used are grown here in Knox County. Windy Knoll is open Monday through Sunday, 2â&#x20AC;&#x201C;7 p.m. Call 812726-1600 for more information.

Grundman Shoes Family owned and operated since 1929, Grundman Shoes has garnered national and international fame serving customers around the globe â&#x20AC;&#x201D; including the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tallest woman. Crafting handmade shoes, the descendants of Michael G. Grundman continue to personally serve those with special footwear needs. Offering custom designs and hand-crafted quality, the Grundmans still fit every client, no matter what their special needs. Catering specifically to the hard-to-fit, Grundmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s certified pedorthists have special and extensive experience working with those suffering from diabetes, whose medical issues make proper footwear a must. With their team of 18 employees, the Grundmans also build orthotics, which are supports or braces for weak joints or muscles. Tracie Grundman-McNeece and Mark Grundman still custom-build shoes in their Vincennes store, where they also sell several top-line brands of shoes off the rack. Apple Hill Orchard Apple Hill Orchard is more than a business, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a dream realized for a Vincennes attorney and his wife. Based in Bruceville, just 15 minutes north of Vincennes, this Knox County orchard bears fruit year-round, offering an array of apples and peaches sold fresh or baked in pies, cobblers and turnovers. Nurturing two dozen varieties of apples as well as a number of different peaches, the orchard provides plentiful fruit. Utilizing expert advice from a University of Illinois agricultural consultant, the owners have planted and pruned to produce Honey Crisps,

Community Industry Knox County Association for Retarded Citizens (KCARC) Serving people with disabilities since 1972, the Knox County Association for Retarded Citizens has grown to be one of the largest employers in the county. Employment opportunities exist in the areas of childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s services, nursing, social services, direct care, manufacturing jobs, supervisory, clerical, accounting and management. Areas of service include

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day care, special education for 3- to 5-yearolds, early intervention, residential, adult day programming, supported employment, and a multitude of employment opportunities. KCARC is governed by a board of directors consisting of business and professional people throughout Knox County. The organization consists of diverse programs for both program services and manufacturing. Dove Manufacturing is the production division of KCARC. Persons with disabilities account for 78 percent of direct labor hours for all products made at Dove Manufacturing, which is well known for high quality. Four plants in Knox County are overseen by KCARC, providing such diverse products and services as paint application; pallets; boxes and crates; custom furniture; kitchen cabinetry; plastic laminates; hunting, military and industrial apparel; fiberglass product assembly for the automotive and heavy truck industries; dry milk products; spices; and more.

Workforce Development Working to help find the job thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best for you is Indiana Workforce Development in Vincennes (IWDC). IWDC is for people looking for a new or better-paying job, employers wanting to hire, those who have lost jobs, and people needing help to develop job search plans and resumes. The IWDC provides dislocated workers with free programs and services, including assistance with unemployment insurance, training for jobs, and vocational rehabilitation. The IWDC is located at 310 N. Second St.

Business Incentives Companies considering construction or relocation to Knox County have plenty of incentives. Since every companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s needs are

different, all incentives offered in Indiana are project-specific. Tax abatement is offered by the local governmental taxing unit on real property and equipment. Real property can qualify for a three-year, seven-year or 10-year abatement on new buildings and improvements or increases in assessed value on remodeled or renovated structures. Manufacturing equipment new to the State of Indiana qualifies for a deduction from assessed value over a 10-year period. In addition, EDIT funds of over $500,000 per year are offered from Vincennes/Knox County for industrial development. The industrial development infrastructure program is a state incentive designed to assist communities in providing necessary public infrastructure capable of attracting and supporting new business investment. Grants and loans are awarded to communities on behalf of new or expanding industry. Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Skills 2016 program is composed of the stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s diverse training and educational programs, designed to provide financial assistance to existing and new businesses committed to offering lifelong learning and training opportunities to their workforce. The Indiana Strategic Development Fund is designed to promote economic prosperity and employment throughout Indiana by offering a source of funding for cooperative development projects. A cooperative development project must be jointly performed by two or more Indiana businesses. These cooperative projects could be marketing programs (export development, technology development or deployment projects), cooperative administrative projects (human resources management, information management or payrolling), or training programs for current or prospective workers.

Major Knox County Employers Company: Product/Focus A dvanced Microelectronics: National Computer Services Essex Wire: Magnet Wire Excell USA: Automotiveâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Plastics F utaba Indiana of America: Automotive Gemtron/Schott: Glass Fabrication Good Samaritan Hospital: Health Care K CARC: Manufacturing/Services/Child Care Lewis Bakeries: Baked Goods Loweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Home Improvement: Retail 10 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

N iehaus Companies Inc.: Building Materials P ackaging Corporation of America: Corrugated Paper Containers S cepter Industries Inc.: Aluminum Recovery S odexho Management Services: Catering/Food Service V incennes Community School Corporation: Education Vincennes University: Education Wabash Steel: Steel Fabrication Wal-Mart: Retail

Whole-Person Care Knox County Health Providers Offer Care for Body, Mind and Spirit

rom Good Samaritan Hospital and its nationally renowned patient care to many private health care providers, Knox County has it all. Patients receive personal attention from providers who are educated in the latest cutting-edge technology.

Good Samaritan Hospital Good Samaritan Hospital (GSH), Knox County’s largest medical facility, is located in Vincennes and employs more than 1,600 people who are not only concerned with the medical needs of patients, but with their emotional and spiritual concerns as well. This facility started with 25 beds in 1908 and has grown into a regional medical center providing space for 262 in-house patients. Annually, Good Samaritan has more than 360,000 outpatient visits and an additional 27,000 visits to its emergency room. Good Samaritan Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) and is approved by the Department of Health and Human Services. The hospital offers a wide scope of medical services. From open-heart surgery to the birth of a baby, this growing health care provider balances quality patient care with preventive education to fulfill its mission. Consistently ranked in the top 5 percentin the nation in patient satisfaction, GSH provides a superb level of care while maintaining fiscal integrity and expanding facilities to meet the needs of the community.

Same Day Surgery Opened in May 2004, the most striking aspect of the 30,000-square-foot Same Day Surgery Center is its warm and inviting atmosphere, with comfortable waiting areas for family as well as the beautiful Healing Garden. The high-tech setting satisfies surgeons’ needs while providing the most advanced medical care available for patients. The Same Day Surgery Center was designed with input from the hospital’s surgeons and the surgery staff. Having the Same Day Surgery Center attached to the hospital gives the patient and family the convenience of going to one centralized location along with the peace of mind that the appropriate medical personnel are readily available to handle a full range of medical emergencies. The Same Day Surgery Center has four surgery suites — two minor procedure rooms and two laparoscopic suites — as well as a pre-op holding area and a Phase I recovery area. Free valet parking is also available for patients. Birthing Center Good Samaritan Hospital Birthing Center helps make the birth of a baby a great start. A full range of services are available. Board-certified obstetricians, family practitioners and pediatricians help ensure that a baby’s good health starts immediately. Birthing Center nursing staff are trained to meet both the mother’s and the baby’s needs. The center features liberal visiting hours, sibling visitation, beautiful labor and delivery rooms, an infant security system, and many different classes.

The Women’s Imaging Center Offering efficient services in a warm atmosphere, the Women’s Imaging Center promotes disease prevention and early detection. Board-certified radiologists, along with board-certified radiology technicians, provide advanced breast health care. Mammography, ultrasound, bone density and stereotactic biopsy services are available in the center. Dayson Heart Center Named after the late Dr. Louie Dayson, the heart center was designed to offer a full scope of advanced cardiovascular services, from cholesterol management to open-heart surgery. The center is staffed by board-certified cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and a highly skilled, experienced staff. GSH offers advanced diagnosis, treatment and services for every aspect of cardiovascular health. Heart experts offer the full spectrum of heart care services, from developing hearthealthy action plans for patients at risk for disease, to performing various types of cardiac and vascular surgery. The latest non-invasive procedures are performed at the center. Procedures include drug-coated stents and stroke prevention. Cardiac specialists are available for emergency care 24 hours a day. Joint Replacement Center At the Joint Replacement Center, boardcertified orthopedic surgeons can help patients regain movement without pain. New advances in surgical procedures permit minimally www.knoxcountychamber.com 11

invasive incisions for joint replacement, allowing patients a faster recovery period with less discomfort. The goal is to enable patients to return to normal daily activities as quickly as possible following joint-replacement surgery. This patient-focused program offers preferred centralized scheduling, a dedicated joint replacement unit and staff, involvement of family and coaches, group exercise, and physical therapy. Cancer Center Cancer care at Good Samaritan Hospital focuses on each patient and is designed to help the patient relax and concentrate on healing. Services offered to patients provide a continuum of cancer care, from prevention and early detection, to state-of-the-art diagnostic procedures and treatment options, to compassionate psychosocial and supportive care. A multi-disciplinary team utilizes advanced technology, including Position Emission Tomography (PET) scanning, 64 slice Computerized Axial Tomography (CAT) scan images, and a Linear Accelerator for precise radiation treatment. These important services are easily coordinated for patients. The dedicated staff works as a team to provide individually tailored therapeutic programs, incorporating a keen understanding of the emotional toll a cancer diagnosis and treatment can take on patients and families. Radiology The GSH Radiology Department provides comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic testing and treatment, using the latest in modern equipment and staff expertise, to permit

non-invasive viewing of soft tissue, blood vessels and the skeletal system. Radiology services are provided by professional, technical and support staff who work with American College of Radiology (ACR) board-certified radiologists. These radiologists are licensed and hold advanced certificates in such areas as mammography, CT scanning, MRI, PET scanning, nuclear medicine, vascular lab and ultrasound. The Radiology Department at GSH features a Picture Archiving and Communications (PACS) system. The system allows patient images to be stored in a digital format. These digital images can be retrieved and viewed on a PC or computer workstation. Radiology services are offered in several outreach sites in Knox and the surrounding counties. Sleep Disorders Center The Sleep Disorders Center at Good Samaritan Hospital can help determine causes of excessive daytime sleepiness and offer treatment for those who can’t get a good night’s sleep due to physiological problems. Many people have sleep apnea and don’t realize it. Sleep apnea may lead to a number of medical problems if left untreated. Endoscopy/Gastrointestinal The health care professionals at GSH’s Endoscopy Unit are specialists in the treatment of the digestive tract and are renowned for the level of comfort they provide every patient, every day. The unit was designed with the patient’s comfort in mind. Six procedure rooms allow for faster in-and-out time, and an

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expansive waiting room provides a comfortable area for the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family to wait. Hospice Services at hospice are based on the belief that death is part of the life cycle and that treatments that focus on pain relief and comfort are appropriate goals for the terminally ill. Hospice helps patients and families explore the complex issues they face in their search for dignity and meaning near the end of life. Hospice is a team. It consists of the patient and his or her family, the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s physician, professional staff, and trained volunteers. The team works to develop and deliver a comprehensive plan of care that addresses needs centered on patient and family goals. Special emphasis is placed on assisting the patient and family when dealing with emotions and conflicts, with the support of nurses, social workers and spiritual counselors. Welch Diabetes Education Center The mission of the education center is to provide education and support to all individuals with diabetes and to empower them with the necessary skills to manage the disease. Specially trained staff provide a multitude of services, including education, preventive care, treatment and support. Good Samaritan Hospital School of Medical Technology The school is located at the main campus of the hospital and attracts students from throughout the Midwest. Goals are to provide a structured program for the training of laboratory professionals, to provide a source of trained medical technologists, and to maintain a well-qualified education staff of medical technologists to assure the clinical relevance of the program. Good Samaritan Hospital Radiography School Good Samaritan Hospital offers individuals interested in a career in radiography the opportunity to train through its Radiography School, a 24-month, hospital-based program founded in 1956. The school is accredited by

The high-tech Vincennes Surgery Center opened in 2003.

the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT). The school prepares individuals to assume the responsibilities of a radiographer with ability and confidence, integrating academic, technical and human-relation aspects in an individual education. All radiography didactic courses are taught at Good Samaritan Hospital, with students routinely rotating through three clinical sites during the two-year program. Samaritan Center and The Willows GSH is dedicated to more than just the physical aspects of the communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health. The Samaritan Center, the hospitalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s behavioral health division, is here to help. Samaritan Center provides counseling for the entire family. The center provides both inpatient and outpatient services, such as diagnostic evaluations, individual therapy, family therapy, substance-abuse services, anger-management treatment, group therapy and other services that enhance the quality of life in the community. Services are provided for individuals of all ages. The Willows was designed to treat adolescents with behavioral issues. Both facilities have a highly qualified staff of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses, counselors, case managers and activity therapists,

all working to give patients an opportunity to gain control of their lives.

Wabash Diagnostic Imaging Giving area residents a choice in care, Wabash Diagnostic Imaging, a private diagnostic clinic, utilizes state-of-the-art imaging equipment and services, including open MRI, ultrasounds, CT scans, bone density testing, mammography and nuclear medicine. Board-certified radiologists own and staff Wabash Diagnostic. Conveniently located in the Bierhaus Center on Second Street, an elegant complex located in a 1901 warehouse, Wabash Diagnostic Imaging provides fast and efficient testing for doctors, many of whom also practice in the Bierhaus Center. Registered technologists provide warm, personal service, and a radiologist interprets all tests before results are sent to primary care physicians.

Vincennes Surgery Center In 2003, the high-tech but inviting Vincennes Surgery Center was opened. Built by a team of top physicians and constructed by a local real estate developer who has invested millions in health technology, this outpatient center is located across from the Bierhaus Center, next door to the Medical Center of Vincennes. The center gives patients control over their health care decisions.

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Knox County is home to three family health clinics that provide a full range of health services.

This advanced surgery center offers both patients and health care providers a fast and efficient outpatient facility and provides streamlined health care in a new, comfortable and private setting.

Medical Center of Vincennes Located just across from Vincennes Surgery Center and minutes from Good Samaritan Hospital, Medical Center of Vincennes offers a number of services as well as a choice of excellent family practice, pediatric and internal medicine physicians. Good Samaritan Hospital provides radiology, cardiology and laboratory services on-site at the Medical Center for the convenience of patients. Medical Center of Vincennes also has an infusion center that provides a comfortable atmosphere for chemotherapy patients, with treatment administered by local physicians. Decorated with all the comforts of home, the infusion center offers patients flexible scheduling and an environment that exudes hope. Board-certified oncologistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; bedside manner gives patients confidence and comfort to overcome their illness.

Family Health Clinics Knox County is fortunate to have three family health clinics providing a full range of health care services for the entire family. Rohrer Family Clinic is located in Vincennes and provides a complete range of

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preventive and urgent health care services, all overseen by the founder of the clinic, Dr. James Rohrer. Services at Rohrer Family Clinic include, but are not limited to, physical therapy, radiology (X-rays), urgent care, and treatment and follow-up for allergies. Thompson Family Clinic, in Monroe City, is owned and operated by Dr. William Thompson II. The clinic provides a full range of diagnostic, urgent care and preventive care. Specific services include, but are not limited to, physical therapy, radiology and laboratory services, in the convenience of one location. Kirkwood Family Clinic, established in Bicknell by local resident Dr. Tom Kirkwood, provides services for the entire family. Radiology and laboratory services are provided on-site, and a highly trained staff offers total preventive care.

Outpatient Physical Medicine Services Individuals seeking outpatient physical medicine services have several choices. Pro Rehab LLC, Vincennes Orthopaedics, Thompson Family Clinic and Good Samaritan all provide sports medicine, industrial health, occupational therapy and physical therapy. These centers specialize in total rehabilitation for athletes, post-surgical patients and injured workers. Caring and certified staff provide the community with a variety of choices for outpatient services.

Built by Dr. Frank Emert, the Wabash Valley Eye Center provides complete diagnostic and treatment services in an independent facility. Located next to Vincennesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lincoln High School and close to U.S. 41, Wabash Valley Eye Center is minutes from downtown. Offering eye exams, the latest in corrective eye surgery and no-stitch cataract procedures, the center provides complete, quality eye care in one convenient, comfortable facility. And with Wabash Valley Skin Care Services in the same building, Knox County can now offer the latest in skin care solutions.

Alternative and Holistic Medicine Chiropractic Chiropractic care is high-tech in Vincennes and includes specialized treatment. There are plenty of certified chiropractors to choose from in Knox County, and their holistic approach to health care promotes healthy living and preventive care. Whether patients suffer from fibromyalgia, migraines or back pain, chiropractic treatment is often an effective alternative solution to traditional medicine and drug therapies. Industrial health services are also offered on-site or in the office by most of the chiropractic offices. Acupuncture and Massage Therapy Though still considered alternative medicine in Western countries, acupuncture is a technique dating back thousands of years that can relieve myriad disorders, pain and disease. A certified, licensed acupuncturist who studied in China and England calls Vincennes home and is now treating area patients for everything from tennis elbow to migraine headaches. Massage Another therapeutic alternative to traditional Western medicine is massage. A number of local therapists offer a range of healing techniques, from Swedish to deep-tissue massage, for pain relief due to injuries, stress or work.

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Knox County Communities Are Focused on Fine – and Affordable – Living

ow unemployment coupled with reasonable housing rates make Knox County an ideal place to live. With a low cost of living — about 9 percent below the national average — and an array of residential and commercial properties throughout the county, businesses and home buyers can find just what they are looking for in the quiet, southwest Indiana communities of Knox County.

Residential Housing in Vincennes and Knox County offers a wide range of choices. Older, wellbuilt and maintained homes start at under $50,000, while custom-built homes at $150,000 and up rival the finest homes in the nation. From historic downtown neighborhoods, to the manicured landscapes of subdivisions, to quiet country living, Knox County has areas to suit the needs of individuals and families alike. The housing market in Knox County and Vincennes has remained affordable and vital for years. In Vincennes, the average home cost is $82,000, while county home buyers are spending about $69,000 on average. Spacious lots can be purchased for under $50,000 in landscaped, secure developments, where new, elegant homes range in price from $400,000 to over $1 million. The rate of home building is testimony to the growth of this uniquely located county, bounded by the Wabash River

to the west and within a few hours’ drive of urban convenience. Whether your dreams and tastes include a historic, two-story, cedar-sided home or a contemporary ranch in a manicured neighborhood, Knox County has the home you seek. There are upscale residential neighborhoods. Some subdivisions offer easy access to area golf courses. Children can attend the city’s award-winning public schools, and Vincennes’ private schools are conveniently near. Quiet, wooded neighborhoods are ideal for those seeking upscale living at an affordable price. Second Street When it comes to transportation, education and commerce in Vincennes, Second Street is a main thoroughfare. It connects commuters not only to Vincennes University and the downtown area along Main Street, but also to some of Vincennes’ oldest and most historic sites. Anchored by the Old Cathedral and the George Rogers Clark Memorial, Second Street creates a gateway from historic monuments to U.S. 50, a National Scenic Highway. Second Street is a historic corridor showcasing many of the city’s oldest buildings, including the Old State Bank, Indiana’s first bank. Besides providing access from one part of the city to the next, Second Street is extremely important when it comes to history and tourism.

Second Street also acts as the front door to Vincennes University. The Isaac K. Beckes Student Union, a crown jewel of the university, is very much a community center and is used by the citizens of Knox County for weddings, parties and meetings. Not far from Second Street is the Vincennes historic district, where nearly 2,000 homes and commercial buildings have long-term neighborhood stability. Vincennes Historic District Vincennes is the oldest city in Indiana. “Old Town” is the legal description of most of the downtown area, and much of Old Town is contained within a federal historic district. Homes in Old Town range from mansions to bungalows. Most were built between 75 and 125 years ago. The downtown area of Vincennes offers a nice compromise between urban and suburban living. Quiet residential streets exist just a block away from business streets. Downtown residents are almost able to lead a vehicle-free existence if they choose. Within the city’s historic district, property values continue to steadily increase. Residential property prices range from $50,000 to $150,000. The intent of the district is to provide unique housing opportunities while preserving Vincennes’ rich history, honoring the first residents who settled here in 1732. From two- and three-story mansions to compact cottages, the historic district offers www.knoxcountychamber.com 15

something for anyone seeking in-town convenience in a quiet, small-town atmosphere.

Commercial From small businesses to sprawling industry, Knox County has the space and the infrastructure to encourage expansion. Unencumbered by encroachment and strategically set between larger cities, the county enjoys easy access to U.S. highways and is close to interstate highways. The presence of Vincennes University ensures a workforce that’s both well-trained and highly skilled. Sixth Street’s Established Commerce This main thoroughfare, minutes from the university and downtown, offers commercial opportunities for both industry and small businesses. Properties are affordable and highly sought after on this street that connects to U.S. 41 on the north side of the city. North Sixth Street is home to dozens of retail centers, restaurants and a hub of activity that offers a whole spectrum of good eating — everything from down-home cookin’ to familiar franchises. For international tastes, Chinese buffets and authentic Mexican fare are located here.

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A number of national companies have a presence on Sixth Street, neighbors to familyowned operations that have been in business for decades. Companies operate out of traditional commercial buildings and historic properties that add to the area’s atmosphere. Hart Street’s Building Boom You can get just about anything you want along Hart Street in Vincennes, where commerce is booming and future growth is just around the corner. Another growing area of large retail outlets, small businesses, restaurants and other commercial enterprises, this is one of Vincennes’ main arteries. Hart intersects with U.S. 41, attracting residents and shoppers from surrounding communities. In addition to a new six-screen theater and new restaurants, other businesses, like banks, car dealers, retail outlets and consulting firms find Hart Street an attractive location. Two elegant assisted-living communities located on or near the Hart Street commercial district offer residents easy access to necessities. A newly expanded interchange relieves traffic congestion and provides future growth opportunities for residential and commercial

development. Bierhaus Boulevard, a new connector road between Hart Street and Ind. 61, will be the site of a new Kohl’s department store and is ready to receive other businesses. This connector road is nearly parallel to, and just about one-half a mile from, Kimmell Road, where the Wal-Mart Supercenter and other thriving businesses are located. U.S. 41 Industrial Park The vision of the Knox County Develop ment Corporation, the industrial park is home to an international manufacturing plant and other businesses that lend a dynamic economic viability to the area. Futaba Indiana of America makes automotive parts for Toyota inside the park and employs about 300 people. Another plant, Excell USA, also makes automotive/ plastic parts and employs 120. Located along U.S. 41, just south of Vincennes, the site has plenty of available acreage, and infrastructure is already in place. This is a prime location for establishing business and industry.

The Knowledge to Grow

Keeping Our Community Strong Through Award-Winning Education

arents seeking a safe, grounded community for their children need look no further than Knox County, which offers three award-winning public school districts along with private, affordable Catholic education. Beyond high school, parents can send their children to Indiana’s first college, Vincennes University, a unique campus offering diverse two- and four-year degree programs in disciplines as varied as law enforcement, robotics and pre-law. All three public school districts have enjoyed increases in kindergarten enrollment the past few years, pointing to future growth as young families settle in the community.

Preschool Preschool children can get a head start on academics by attending the Knox County Association for Retarded Citizens Civitan Children’s Center, Head Start through Wabash Valley Human Services, or one of the other numerous day care facilities in the county. Head Start Through Wabash Valley Human Services Head Start provides free comprehensive preschool to qualifying children ages 3 to 5 (both low-income and special needs), as well as services for them and their families in the areas of education and child development, health (including nutrition and mental health), family partnerships, community partnerships, and parental involvement. Wabash Valley Human Services, also known as PACE, provides Head Start services

for families in Daviess, Greene, Knox and Sullivan counties. Interested parents can call 812-882-7927 or visit www.wvhs.org/content. asp?page=1&code=headstart for more information on the Head Start program, its services and application requirements.

Vincennes Community School Corporation It is the vision of the Vincennes Community School Corporation to provide programs and services that maximize the potential of each student, develop and support quality staff, meet the needs and expectations of the community, and effectively manage financial and physical resources. It is the mission of the Vincennes Community School Corporation to provide a positive learning environment in which each individual is prepared, motivated and challenged to become a productive and responsible citizen. From full-day kindergarten through 12th grade, the city’s schools offer competent, dedicated professionals; active parent organizations; and a variety of activities in sports, academics and cultural awareness. Enhancement of professional growth opportunities takes place for the purpose of recruiting and maintaining a quality staff. Creation of a positive educational partnership with parents, community and businesses is part of the focal point that keeps the VCSC ahead of other corporations its size. The school district continues its commitment to providing quality education to its students. Having captured a number of Indiana’s Blue Ribbon School awards, as well

as federal recognition for outstanding performance, the school district has partnered with several outside resources to increase learning opportunities for students. Its partnership with Twin Rivers Vocational is a progressive program that provides students with extensive vocational training. By providing this in a quality educational environment, the school district has given students a broader range of positive choices. A partnership with Vincennes University offers college-level courses and credit to high school students who plan to continue with higher education, allowing them to develop at an advanced pace. Also in conjunction with the university, the city school district continues to expand and improve technological opportunities, preparing students for an everadvancing world. Lincoln High School is steeped in timehonored tradition and is home to the Lincoln Alices, with legendary sports teams — which have won both baseball and basketball state championships — the Pride of the Green Marching Band, and an award-winning show choir. The high school is modern, spacious and inviting. Clark Middle School has stellar teachers who genuinely care about the well-being of their students. Students arrive at this facility after getting a head start on education at the following neighborhood elementary schools: Franklin, Washington, Riley, TecumsehHarrison and Vigo. Students with special educational needs are served through a cooperative and join effort between the VCSC and the county’s two www.knoxcountychamber.com 17

Vincennes Lincoln High School is modern, spacious and inviting.

dance team, has received national recognition for the athletic ability of its members. The Spartan Marching Band has also traveled extensively under the direction of a dedicated leader, winning fierce competitions at regional and state levels. For those more interested in tilling the earth than in solving equations, programs in agriculture help prepare students for the rigors of agronomic courses at Purdue and other universities.

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school corporations, South and North Knox school corporations.

South Knox School Corporation South Knox Elementary School began the 1999–2000 school year in a beautiful new building located next to the South Knox School Corporation office. Only a parking lot separates the elementary school and the middle/high school. The elementary school is a kindergarten through grade six building serving approximately 570 students. For the most part, instruction at South Knox Elementary is presented in self-contained classroom assignments. Students are departmentalized in grades five and six as a means of transition conditioning for middle school. There are four sections of each grade, kindergarten through six. The average class size is 19 students per regular education classroom, allowing for more individualized instruction. Special education classes are provided for speech and hearing, mildly mentally handicapped, and learning disabled or emotionally handicapped. A music program and an art program with specialized teachers give students a well-rounded curriculum. Three 30-station computer labs with Internet capabilities are 18 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

provided for all grade levels, and an instructional aide is on staff in the computer lab at all times. There is a large playground with traditional playground equipment and a fenced, regulation-sized Little League baseball diamond. The school facilities are used heavily throughout the year for activities. The school gym is used for boys’ and girls’ basketball programs. The gym is also used by South Knox Middle School and South Knox High School for various team practices. Other parts of the facility are used to support Girl Scout and Boy Scout groups. The school has a very active ParentTeacher-Organization (PTO). The PTO provides funding for a wide variety of educational activities and materials for the school and coordinates activities such as book parties and cultural arts programs. Besides a focus on educational basics, South Knox High School students enjoy annual activities, including a spring tradition of kids driving tractors to school. As with other Hoosier high schools, sports are a big deal, and the South Knox Spartans compete locally and regionally in basketball, soccer and a variety of other sports. Not to be outdone, the Spartanettes, the school’s award-winning

North Knox has three elementary schools in its district. The first is North Knox West at Bruceville. This modern facility is tucked away along Ind. 550 near Emison Park. North Knox Central is located in the heart of Bicknell within a largely residential area, so students can walk to school. In the north part of the county in Edwardsport is North Knox East Elementary-Junior High School. At North Knox High School, situated between Bicknell and Freelandville, the Warrior spirit can be felt from students, parents, teachers and staff. The parent organization provides the means and the manpower to fix up the Warrior football playing field. Teachers give students the skills they need for North Knox academic teams to consistently bring home the gold from academic competitions. Guided by the down-home values learned from generations of Knox County ancestors, students in this district consistently list family, church and friends as important influences in their lives. Many serve in mentoring situations, helping peers in need of tutoring, friendship or intervention.

Private Education Vincennes Catholic Schools Located in Vincennes next to the Old Cathedral, one of the city’s revered historic sites, Rivet Middle/High School offers the best private Catholic education at an affordable price. Flaget Elementary School, which includes full-day kindergarten, is located on Main Street not far from the middle/ high school. Vincennes Catholic Schools strive to educate their students in the traditionally challenging manner expected from private schools, while fostering Christian values that will enable students to meet the challenges of a changing world. Students are taught to respect themselves and others, lessons that translate into a lifelong commitment to their families and community. The focus is on the

pursuit of truth, and from that flows the goal of developing each student’s critical thinking skills. The mission of the schools is to help produce well-rounded citizens who will eventually take their places in their community and their church. The standards are high, and the results can be seen in the consistently high marks scored by students attending both Flaget and Rivet — the home of the Patriots. Administrators and board members are dedicated to the idea of affordable private schooling for students of all religious backgrounds, and fully 30 percent of enrolled students come from non-Catholic homes. The Catholic schools also offer a traditional array of extracurricular activities and sports opportunities, and parents’ organizations join with the Christian Education Foundation to maintain facilities and provide needed amenities. Vincennes Catholic Schools are working toward improving their facilities, emphasizing the arts and developing technological capabilities.

Employers recognize Vincennes University’s reputation for quality and innovation.

Post-Secondary Education Vincennes University Vincennes University has been recognized for decades as a source of highly qualified, transfer-ready graduates. VU’s transfer programs are designed in coordination with fouryear institutions to ensure successful transfer. The university maintains more than 1,000 transfer agreements through close faculty-tofaculty contacts with senior institutions. VU graduates compete successfully with students from four-year institutions for acceptance into limited-admission professional programs. The performance of graduates at four-year institutions is monitored systematically and points to the quality of VU’s transfer programs. VU provides certificate, associate and baccalaureate career programs that lead directly to successful employment. However, many programs are both transfer and career in nature, allowing a choice of entering the workplace or continuing toward an associate or baccalaureate degree. The quality of VU’s programs is proven by the history of effective articulation, graduate success in career placement, and recognition by professional accrediting bodies. Employers recognize Vincennes University’s reputation for quality and innovation, as evidenced by high placement rates and positive responses to employer surveys. VU continues to work with employers in program development and revision to ensure that graduates possess the www.knoxcountychamber.com 19

The VU Aviation Tech Center is located at the Indianapolis International Airport.

necessary skills to make them valuable contributors to the workforce. VU provides post-secondary education to students from more than 100 countries and through distance education, but it is also a preferred choice for many within the nearby geographic area. Educational services are provided on two established campuses and sites worldwide, but new learning sites are also established in rapid response to industry needs. VU strives to control its tuition and fees but also facilitates all forms of public and private financial aid. Entertainment and cultural programs, such as the Community Series, university Âmusical

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materials handling, fundamentals of electricity, and production and monetary planning. Vincennes Beauty College Vincennes Beauty College offers a complete program covering all the facets of cosmetology, including hair, skin and nails, as well as important classes in business management. Hands-on instruction with real clients is a vital part of perfecting studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; art. The 1,500-clock-hour program prepares students for the Indiana State licensing exam. In addition to full- or part-time classes at the college itself, students can attend by enrolling in the high school vocational program or at Vincennes University. The vocational and university programs begin in August each year. The private Vincennes Beauty College programs begin each January, June and August. The Vincennes Beauty College is located at 12 N. Second St., Vincennes. Other Opportunities Vincennes is within a one-hour commute of other prestigious four-year universities, including Terre Hauteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Indiana State University and the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville. Many college students who prefer living at home in Knox County attend classes at both neighboring colleges. Also about an hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s drive away are Indiana University in Bloomington and Purdue University in Lafayette, for college-bound students who want the experience of campus life without going too far from home. Many young people earn two-year degrees at VU, later transferring automatically to other top-notch universities just a few hours away.

Great Neighbors Make a Great Community Meet the Communities of Knox County

hroughout Knox County are several small communities with distinct features that make them great homes. Just a few minutes away from Vincennes, the center of the county, these folks don’t have to sacrifice the convenience of shopping centers, medical facilities and entertainment when they choose the tranquility of a small hometown. Residents of Bicknell, Decker, Fritchton,

Oaktown, Bruceville, Freelandville, Monroe City, Edwardsport, Sandborn and Westphalia have a sense of pride that can only be found in unique, quaint neighborhoods.

Bicknell Bicknell, north of Vincennes, hosts Knox County’s annual 4-H Fair — the oldest in Indiana — and a Labor Day Parade and

Homecoming celebration. Connected to the county seat by Indiana Highway 67, which shortens the commute from country to city, Bicknell is a community where long-standing traditions meet fresh ideas. Bicknell’s leaders envision a bright future and remain involved with city, county and state government. Bicknell’s improvement plans and programs cover every aspect of the community.

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Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a commitment to keep business thriving through the efforts of a â&#x20AC;&#x153;Good Start Program,â&#x20AC;? funded by a grant from the USDA and the Indiana Rural Community Assistance program. A committee of residents and business owners brainstorm ideas to enhance recreation options for youth. After-school activities are being developed, with the possible construction of a skate park. There are also plans to start a Farmers Market in Bicknell, much like the market already up and running in Vincennes. With the produce available in the northern part of the Knox County, there would be abundance there for purchase. Looking ahead, city officials are improving infrastructure and upgrading roads and utilities to invite new construction of homes and businesses. Rather than wooing large industrial concerns, Bicknellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leaders hope smaller, independent or franchised businesses will choose their city. Though they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t discourage big business and the jobs it would bring, leaders and residents are committed to preserving the charm and grace of their hometown.

Graceful neighborhoods converge on Main Street, where new coffeehouses and businesses coexist with established diners, offices and shops. Thankful for neighborhoods inviting unlocked front doors, young parents have formed recreational sports leagues, offering baseball and softball along with the North Knox Football League and a youth basketball league. A new community center is in the works, and churches remain a center of activity, as the Bicknell Area Ministerial Association makes plans for a coming youth center. When summer arrives, local residents gear up for the thousands who pour into the community for the Knox County 4-H Fair, a midsummer tradition that brings hundreds together. County youngsters spend months in preparation, raising their winning rabbits, horses, hogs and cattle to show at the fair. Or they grow produce, design original garments or cook homemade confections to thrill the judges and capture the grand prize. On Labor Day, Bicknell hosts a nearly week-long celebration of its past, present and future, and the community gathers for the crowning of Miss Bicknell, who rides at the head of the parade. Two North Knox schools are located in Bicknell: Central Elementary, near the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s downtown, and the high school, located just outside of town but linked to Main Street by Ind. 159.

Edwardsport Just a few minutes north of Bicknell is the quaint town of Edwardsport. It is home of another North Knox school â&#x20AC;&#x201C; East Elementary and Junior High School.

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Edwardsport has opportunity on the horizon, as Cinergy/PSI considers construction of a $1 billion coal-gasification electricitygenerating plant. If the plant is built here, it will bring an estimated $40 million in coal purchases and an estimated $40 million in annual operation and maintenance expenditures. For now, this community of about 350 people is proud of a new water tower that increased capacity from 30,000 gallons to 100,000 gallons. Not only does it serve consumers, but in the event of an emergency, it eases the minds of those who serve on the Edwardsport Volunteer Fire Department.

Freelandville In Freelandville, about six miles from Bicknell, is a large community center that residents call their home away from home. It is often used for family reunions and wedding receptions. Built with elbow grease and the sweat of residents, this brick and mortar facility holds town meetings. A group of Freelandville residents formed an Improvement Club that simply gets things done. A major asset is the Community Home for senior citizens. Expansion is in the future with the hopes of an outpatient physical therapy center and a rehabilitation center.

Fritchton Situated just southeast of Vincennes is the town of Fritchton. When U.S. 50 passed Fritchton by, the quiet little town got even quieter, but folks who live here wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have it any other way. It boasts a beautiful fire station staffed by volunteers. Although only about 60 people

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Monroe City Monroe City literally has a field of dreams for its children thanks to the help of Bruce and Melanie Self. After their 9-year-old daughter, Kylie, died in 2002, they decided to do something for the children in their community. They bought some land and donated money to the South Knox Youth Baseball League. Vectron Energy also donated 10 acres, and construction of baseball fields is under way. The town also has the Blue Jeans Community Center, which offers computer and Internet access, a museum, a library, community meeting rooms, a gym, a stage, a playground, a cafeteria, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, a senior center, health screenings, and meeting rooms. The First Church of God was rebuilt after it was destroyed by a fire in 2005. A family life center with a full gym and stage was added.

Oaktown Founded in 1854, Oaktown has a population of about 630 people. Native son Daniel Beery became an Olympic gold medalist as a member of the menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rowing team that competed in Greece in 2004. Big things are brewing for Oaktown. The town is working on a $1.3 million water system improvement project, and there are hopes that several coal mines might open. An organization called Greater Oaktown Organization for Development (GOOD) put up welcome signs on U.S. 41 at both ends of Oaktown. Regulars visit the Sunoco station for delicious sugar and chocolate chip cookies. Employees boast that all calories are removed before the price is rung up on the register. Summer is a hopping season with youth baseball and softball leagues. Oak Village Nursing Home cares for several elderly residents. Knox County is home to many unique eateries and shopping centers.

Sandborn Just a few minutes from Westphalia is Sandborn, home to about 450 residents. At the Blue Jay Junction, folks can fill up their gas tanks and pick up a snack, but many in Sandborn like to take out a deck of cards and play a game or two of euchre. The Magpie Tea Room offers luncheons and classes on making candy or gardening. On Sunday, men, women and children come together at First Christian Church, which faces Main Street. Inside the walls, generations of families have said their prayers.

Westphalia Time seems to move a little slower in the little town of Westphalia, just north of Edwardsport. With a population of 150, there are no long lines at the townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s post office, and certainly traffic never gets jammed. A special store, the Settlerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gift Shop, is similar to a rustic cabin, with a genuine wagon outside it. Owned by Westphalia resident Lisa Blair, the business features country gifts and antiques. Additionally, the Country Charm CafĂŠ offers up mouth-watering delights.

Wheatland Wheatland celebrates its 150th anniversary in 2008, and big plans are in store. There will be a festival with a history train to tour historical sites, a parade, food booth, yard sales, and a gospel sing. The town gently spills into U.S. 50 with easy access to Vincennes or Washington, where groceries and other necessary items can easily be purchased. Then itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to return home to an easy life in the country. Tucked away in this quiet town is a brand-new fire station for the Steen Township Fire Department. Gladly taking on departments in some of the larger cities, the structure is 45,000 square feet with three bays for trucks.

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Knox County at a Glace A Quick Facts Relocation Guide

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Knox County................................. 38,241 Vincennes...................................... 18,077

Location Vincennes, the county seat of Knox County, is located 25 miles north of Toyota (TMMI); 37 miles north of Interstate 64; 47 miles north of Evansville, Indiana; and 57 miles south of I-70 and Terre Haute, Indiana on U.S. 50 and U.S. 41. U.S. 41 is a four-lane, limited-access highway and interstate connector, providing access to I-64 and I-70. Vincennes is on the Wabash River and is within a 24-hour truck drive to over 80 of the top 100 markets in the United States. Knox County provides a prime location for just-in-time deliveries.

Knox County and its county seat, Vincennes, encompass 516 square miles of rich river bottomland, dense woodlands, rolling farmlands and landscaped subdivisions.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Autumn days are crisp and clear with low humidity and average rainfall. â&#x20AC;˘ Though the winter months often bring snow, accumulation generally is just enough for winter fun, but not enough to cause major traffic problems or to keep residents cooped up indoors. â&#x20AC;˘ Spring in farm country is a time of renewal, and as farmers plant the seeds for the fall harvest, so do residents renew body and spirit on the banks of the Wabash, in the lush woodlands or in their personal gardens.

Employment â&#x20AC;˘ Knox County is home to over 1,000 private businesses with nearly 14,000 employees.

â&#x20AC;˘ Major employers in the county include Good Samaritan Hospital, Vincennes University, tourism-related industries, the three public school districts and hightech manufacturers, including Essex Wire, FIA and Gemtron. The retail sector, which includes a Wal-Mart Supercenter, employs over 1,000 local workers.

Health Care â&#x20AC;˘ Knox Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Good Samaritan Hospital is a state-of-the-art, technologically advanced, comprehensive community medical center with services ranging from nuclear medicine to nutrition guidance. â&#x20AC;˘ Private medical facilities offer patients a choice in medical care, ensuring efficient and timely service.

Education â&#x20AC;˘ Three public school corporations and one private Catholic school system allow students to attend schools close to home. All districts work together to provide specialized services to all students, regardless of where they live. â&#x20AC;˘ Vincennes University provides Âaffordable, post-secondary education. With the Âlatest

in technology and networking, the twoyear college â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Indianaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest â&#x20AC;&#x201D; offers students the amenities expected at much larger institutions. VU also offers a wide range of programs, including bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree programs that prepare students to immediately enter the workforce or continue their education.

Housing â&#x20AC;˘ Most Knox County residents own their homes, providing a stable, committed community poised for growth. â&#x20AC;˘ Single- and multi-family home prices range from $30,000 to $300,000. Residents can choose between growing suburban developments and country living outside Vincennes. The cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s historic district also offers tax breaks for those who want to live in town in homes dating to the 1800s.

61 and U.S. 50 quickly connect Knox County residents to St. Louis, Louisville and Chicago. â&#x20AC;˘ The Mid-American Air Center, also known as the Vincennes-Lawrenceville Airport, provides access by air for general-aviation aircraft owned by residents and business. â&#x20AC;˘ Van-Go, an award-winning city transit system, transports residents around the county at minimal cost. Taxi service is also available.

Transportation â&#x20AC;˘ Strategically located on U.S. 41, Vincennes is an hour from Evansville to the south and Terre Haute to the north. Indianapolis is just two hours away, and Bloomington can be reached in less time than that. Indiana Highways 67 and

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Come Out and Play

o matter where you go in Knox County, there is plenty to do. Special activities are waiting for youth, teens, adults and older adults.

Community Recreation Centers Vincennes YMCA Everyone is welcome at the YMCA. The Vincennes YMCA is a state-of-the-art facility for building strong kids, strong families and strong communities. It has something for everyone. There are gymnastics and tumbling and cheer camps during the summer for youth in kindergarten through grade 10. They learn jumps and stunts, beams and bars. Kids also enjoy flag football and youth tackle football. Agility, body awareness, hand-eye coordination and good sportsmanship are just a few skills they learn. If swimming is what floats your boat, the Y has it. From parent/child classes to lap swimming, you can do it here. A crown jewel at the Y is the warm-water therapy pool, where

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aquacise takes it easy on muscles. The shallow-water aerobic fitness classes are designed to promote cardiovascular fitness, muscle tone, endurance and flexibility without the stress on joints. Tired of walking alone? Want to meet other walkers in the area? Join the YMCA walking club. And just for ladies, Women on Weights offers the best of machine and free-weight training, with a twist of aerobic conditioning. Work at your own pace, while having a fitness trainer guide you throughout the designed routine. A regular membership in the Y includes access to the adult and cardio exercise area, two basketball gyms, the warm-water therapy pool, reduced program fees, the indoor air conditioned track, child watch services during facility visits, racquetball courts, the regulation-sized pool and outdoor tennis courts. There is also a fitness center just for youth and a golf driving range. For just a little more money, you can enjoy privileges inside a relaxing whirlpool, a sauna

for the women and a steam room for the men, television lounge areas, private fitness equipment, and locker rental. Bettye J. McCormick Senior Center The Bettye J. McCormick Senior Center provides so many adult day services that it can be difficult to decide what to do each day! Conveniently located near the Vincennes YMCA, the center can provide all of your daily needs as well as giving you the peace of mind in knowing you are in capable caring hands. Bingo, craft classes, a movie theater, games, euchre night, single and friends dances, and a gardening club are just a few offerings. Two meals are provided each day, as well as an afternoon snack. There is always a licensed nurse as well as trained staff and volunteers present, and there is an escort service for doctor visits. Health services and screenings include blood pressure checks, glucose screening, an eyeglasses clinic, a hearing aid clinic, bone density screenings, and flu and pneumonia

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vaccinations. There is also a Parkinson’s support group, respite services, a bimonthly legal aide, a home health aide/attendant care and a beautician. Blue Jeans Community Center Monroe City is home to the Blue Jeans Community Center. Its namesake is the late Indiana Gov. James D. “Blue Jeans” Williams. Always a country boy at heart, he wore his jeans to the statehouse. He is buried at Walnut Grove Cemetery. Housed in the converted Monroe City School, the center serves the area with computer and Internet access, a museum, a library, community meeting rooms, a gym, a stage, a playground, a cafeteria, outdoor and indoor basketball courts, a senior center, health screenings, and meeting rooms. The grounds of the center are shared with the South Knox Little League. Volunteers operate the Blue Jeans Community Center. Funds to run it come from various activities such as monthly meals, space rental, soda and concession stand sales, and donations at events. The largest money raiser is a fun-filled fall festival. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Wednesday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday. The gym is available to the public during business hours for basketball or walking.

Community and State Parks

Quabache Trails Park Take a walk on the wild side at Quabache Trails Park. Bordered on the west by the Wabash River, Quabache Trails Park is a 254-acre county park comprised mainly of wooded, rolling hills. With a low elevation of 416 feet and a high elevation of 528 feet, the park contains steeply rolling hills and low, open fields. Maintained by the Knox County Parks and Recreation Department, Quabache has about four miles of moderate trails that are well marked. These trails course over hills and around creeks as they meander through the park. Folks visiting the park can enjoy numerous picnic and playground areas. Those wanting even more outdoor fun can take advantage of the 44 campsites with nearby shower houses, or drop a line in the river for a relaxing day of fishing. For natural beauty preserved in pristine finery, combined with amenities inviting to all, this park rivals state and national getaways and is one of Knox County’s most attractive offerings. Gregg Park This 40-acre site is located on Washington Avenue and is the home of Rainbow Beach swimming pool, lighted tennis courts, an enclosed shelter house, an open-air shelter house, horseshoe pits, volleyball facilities,

and a variety of playground equipment. Each spring it is home to the popular fundraising event, Knox County Relay for Life, a team event to fight cancer. Paved walking trails provide quiet seclusion for power-walkers and joggers, and many use the park at lunchtime for quick rejuvenation. Animals are welcome at Gregg Park, and most afternoons, dog lovers can be found walking or playing near kids throwing Frisbees and parents pushing strollers. Rainbow Beach is maintained by the city and staffed by the YMCA. The clear waters provide a cool alternative on hot summer days, and the championship YMCA swim team hosts summer regional competitions in the regulation-size pool. Kimmell Park This park on the banks of the Wabash River provides campsites with electrical and water hookups, a shelter house, a boat ramp, a multi-purpose court, playground equipment, basketball courts, a boathouse, and restrooms. Four Lakes Park Four Lakes park is home to the lighted Colt League baseball field, lighted tennis courts, a shelter house, playground facilities and small lakes for fishing. It is located near Vigo Elementary School, just off Main Street in Vincennes. Lester Square Park Lester Square Park near Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes has a lighted skate park, a baseball field, playground facilities, basketball courts and volleyball areas. Chicago Park and Kelso Creek Park These recreational areas are near each other in the northern section of Vincennes. Chicago Park includes a multi-purpose court, ball diamond, playground equipment and a shelter house. Kelso Creek Park, at 2630 Terre Haute Road, has three lighted softball fields, restrooms and a concession stand. Emison Park Located on Ind. 550 between Bruceville and U.S. 41 north of Vincennes, this quiet little park has restroom facilities, picnic tables and a quaint atmosphere.

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The Vincennes Cub League Complex This complex located on Bambino Drive is home to five lighted baseball fields. It has extensive paved parking and a new

Or visitors can mount a four-wheeler and take a ride on the levee along the banks of the Wabash River, where an afternoon excursion provides a scenic escape.

Arts Attractions

The Vincennes Elks offers an 18-hole course for both the beginning and experienced golfer.

c ombination concession/press box. It’s an excellent facility that sees a great deal of baseball action throughout the season and was the host site of a Bambino World Series in 1998.

Golf Vincennes Elks The Vincennes Elks, a private club in the heart of the city, offers an 18-hole course for both the beginning and experienced golfer. With a lounge and clubhouse, the Elks is also home to the Carolina Cherry, a fine-dining experience. The club annually hosts the IGA-PGA Junior Tour Event. Several charitable events are held every year, including a tournament in connection with Good Samaritan Hospital, with benefits dedicated to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Fund. Vincennes Golf Club Reopened in May 2006, Vincennes Golf Club offers the most experienced golfers a challenge. Located at 1364 N. Hillcrest Road, the course covers 6,700 yards and is a championship, 18-hole course. With its rolling hills and a vast amount of trees and foliage, the Vincennes Golf Club has one of the best layouts in southern Indiana. Bicknell Country Club Bicknell Country Club, located appropriately on Golf Course Road in the northern part of the county, also offers public access to a lush 18-hole course. Annually, it is home to the Knox County Open. Waggoner Farms Waggoner Farms Premier Driving Range is located at 2126 N. Old U.S. 41, Vincennes. The facility features a covered, heated teeing area, 20 matting teeing boxes, a grass hitting area and a covered porch viewing area with televisions, snacks and vending machines. It is open seven days a week.

Every year, during the first two weeks of June, a junior golf camp takes place. Children ages 5 to 14 are welcome to learn the rules of golf, etiquette and the basics of the golf swing. For more information call 885-0552.

Team Sports Vincennes Cub League The Vincennes Cub League provides bigleague fields in a small-town atmosphere. The vision of a Vincennes businessman, the Cub League has hosted the Cal Ripken 10Year-Old World Series, filling the stands at Joe Bilskie Sr. Field. Boys and girls, from toddlers to teens, play competitive baseball in Vincennes Cub League, which boasts facilities unrivaled in the region. Cub League continues to expand, upgrade and improve the quality of team sports in Knox County. Vincennes Soccer League Soccer, too, has its local supporters, and the Vincennes Soccer League provides plenty of practice for up-and-coming strikers, defenders and goalies. Both South and North Knox also offer youth sports leagues in a friendly competitive atmosphere, where kids are taught the importance of discipline, sportsmanship and teamwork.

Fun in the Sun Outdoor enthusiasts, from horse lovers to motorcyclists, are drawn to Knox County, where horseback riding is still a common mode of transportation to visit neighbors and friends. Riders can gallop across fields, through pastures or strut their stuff at the annual Mike Fisher Rodeo in Bicknell. Motorcycles, from speedy BMW touring bikes to rumbling Harley-Davidsons, roam the county, their riders thrilled by the curving byways and open roads unique to the Midwest.

Fresh Air Flicks During the spring, summer and fall, Fresh Air Flicks features outdoor movies the first Friday night of each month. Shows start at nightfall at Patrick Henry Drive in Vincennes. Pack up a lawn chair, camp chair or blanket and enjoy the show. Bring a little bug spray in case the mosquitoes are out, then sit back and relax. Some downtown businesses will be open for extended hours during the Fresh Air Flicks. Food, snacks, popcorn and drinks are sold at the events, but you’re also welcome to bring your own. Admission to all shows is pay-what-you-can. Donation boxes are placed throughout the event. Proceeds go to the Vincennes Central Business District. The Pantheon Just a few blocks away from the Fresh Air Flicks is the Pantheon Theatre, completed in 1921, where comic Red Skelton got his start. Other great performers on the stage included Ed Wynn, Amos and Andy, Hank Williams, W.C. Fields, and Minnie Pearl. The Pantheon was built to seat 1,200 people in air-conditioned comfort. The interior was highly embellished with ornamental plaster, draperies and painted details, such as the birds of paradise. Over six miles of electrical wiring and 15,000 feet of rope for rigging were installed. With its large stage and 11 dressing rooms, the Pantheon was the only facility in this area that could handle road shows from New York. The Pantheon closed in 1961 and was converted into retail space. Now, it is being restored to its original grandeur. Under construction for restoration and renovation, the Pantheon is available for viewing.

Location, Location, Location Besides the myriad activities available close to home, fishing, hunting, camping and entertainment in neighboring communities are just a short trip away. Jump on a motorcycle, pack up the camper or pile the kids in the car, and within a few hours enjoy Patoka Lake, the White Oaks Fishing Preserve, the Shawnee National Forest or the Ohio River. From Knox County, it’s all within reach. www.knoxcountychamber.com 29

History Lives in Vincennes Two Lives – Two American Legends

he courageous trek of Revolutionary War hero George Rogers Clark and the legacy of William Henry Harrison, ninth president of the United States, have been well preserved in Knox County.

The Clark Memorial Clark’s contributions to history are remembered through an imposing though graceful monument built in 1931. Clark was only 25 years old when he conceived the idea of leading his brave frontiersmen into Illinois Country. Truly a man of vision, Clark felt that only a strike at the heart of the British-controlled countryside would end the horror of Indian raids on frontier settlements. Clark and a dedicated band crossed the Wabash in the bitter cold of winter to force the surrender of a British stronghold held by Lt. Gov. Henry Hamilton. An intense interest in commemorating the great accomplishments of George Rogers Clark developed among the citizens of Vincennes and the state of Indiana during the early 1920s as the 150th anniversary of the American Revolution neared. After various proposals had been considered, President Calvin Coolidge signed into law a resolution establishing the George Rogers Clark Sesquicentennial Commission on May 23, 1928. The 15-member commission was created for the purpose of “designing and constructing at or near the site of Fort Sackville ... a permanent memorial, commemorating the winning of the Old Northwest and the achievements of George Rogers Clark and his associates.” 30 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

President Franklin Delano Roosevelt dedicated the memorial on June 14, 1936. In 1940, the memorial became a unit of the Indiana Department of Conservation. Upon entering the memorial rotunda, the presence of George Rogers Clark is immediately felt upon viewing the Hermon McNeil statue of soldier and patriot, Clark, standing in military uniform. The bronze statue of a youthful Clark stands 7.5 feet tall. The statue and its marble pedestal together weigh 12 tons. The inscription at the base of the Clark statue reads, “If a country is not worth protecting it is not worth claiming.” Upon the walls of the memorial rotunda, seven murals depict the Clark expedition story. The murals, which are oil on canvas, stand 28 feet tall. It took artist Ezra Winter and six assistants two years to complete them.

Grouseland “Elegance” best describes Grouseland, the Georgian home built by Harrison in l803–04 during the period when he was Governor of the Indiana Territory. Harrison named his home Grouseland because of the abundance of grouse in the region. Because Harrison served as ninth President of the United States, Grouseland is also a presidential site. The home was not only a residence for Harrison, his wife Anna and their children, but also a center of government for the Indiana Territory and a fortress in times of turmoil. Because Vincennes was centrally located in the most populated area of the

Indiana Territory, it was made the first capital. Harrison was the most qualified man to be appointed governor, and he accepted the position, serving from 1800–1812. As governor of the Territory he was responsible for Indian affairs and building a community as a buttress against the power of France. When Harrison arrived in Vincennes, he wanted to build a home fit for a governor’s residence, as well as a fortress for protection. He bought 200 acres along the Wabash with a walnut grove on it. Inspired by his family’s home in Virginia, a Georgian plantation mansion on the James River, Harrison hired Pennsylvania contractor William Lindsey to begin construction of the Territory’s first brick residence in 1803. The house, finished in 1804, consisted of a 2.5-story great house and a one-and-a-half-story dependency in the rear and was said to have cost $20,000. Visitors today can tour the home where the Harrison family lived and where governmental work was conducted, as well as the dependency, where household work was centered. The furniture and accessories of the house are of the period of Harrison’s occupancy; some of them are Harrison pieces. Harrison’s victorious battles with the Indians at Tippecanoe and with the British and the Indians at The Battle of the Thames made him a national hero and helped propel him to victory in the 1840 Presidential Campaign. The museum also houses relics of the raucous and colorful Harrison–Tyler campaign of 1840, including campaign literature, posters and buttons featuring the famous

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tippecanoe and Tyler Tooâ&#x20AC;? slogan. Harrison died of pneumonia just one month after being inaugurated as president; but the Harrison family achieved national political stature once again when Harrisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grandson, Benjamin Harrison, was elected as the 23rd president of the United States. Exhibits of frontier relics, Harrison family portraits and historic artwork can also be viewed at the museum.

the jumping-off place for Territorial Gov. William Henry Harrisonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rendezvous with destiny, the Battle of Tippecanoe. Fort Knox II became a hospital for the sick and wounded of that battle who were floated down river on boats from Fort Harrison in Terre Haute. Today, the fort is outlined with short posts, and interpretive markers tell the story of the site. It is located three miles north of Vincennes.

Other Regional Historic Sites

St. Francis Xavier Church St. Francis Xavier Church in Vincennes is also known as the Old Cathedral Church. It is the oldest church in Indiana and sits next to the Wabash River. The current church is the third church to be built on this site and was built between 1824 and 1834. It is known today as a complex because it has the church, the Old Cathedral library, a museum, and the Old French and Indian Cemetery. Over 4,000 early settlers of this

The city of Vincennes had its beginning in 1732, when the French wanted to build a trading post equidistant from Detroit, New Orleans and St. Louis. A band of Frenchmen, led by FranĂ§ois Marie Bissot, Sieur de Vincennes, founded the city in 1732 by establishing a fort on the banks of the Wabash River. Today, many historic sites in Vincennes have achieved state recognition for the important roles they played not only in the history of Indiana, but of the entire United States. Fort Knox II In 1803, the army garrison within the town was moved to a bluff three miles north of Vincennes after local residents complained the soldiers spent most of their time in local saloons. The site, a bluff overlooking the Wabash River, was chosen because of its command of the river, a good boat landing and a nearby spring. Fort Knox II was born. But with the activities of the Shawnee brothers Tecumseh and The Prophet, the local situation became more dangerous. More soldiers were assigned to the area and on September 26, 1811, the fort, under the Âcommand of Capt. Zachary Taylor, became

area are buried in the cemetery. Adding to the mystique, a crypt was placed inside the church where four bishops are buried. Indiana history is again repeated by having the oldest library in the state attached to the Old Cathedral. Red House From 1800 to 1813, Vincennes was the capital of the Indiana Territory. The Indiana Legislature, called the General Assembly, met in various locations throughout Vincennes. In 1811, the General Assembly moved into the building that has been preserved and available for viewing. The building was never called the Territory Capitol or Legislative Hall. It was simply called the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Red House.â&#x20AC;? Built in 1805 as a tailor shop, the Red House is a small two-story building with a wood peg frame. The building originally had only one stairway on the outside of the Âbuilding. Of particular note are the exposed

Fort Knox II is outlined with short posts, and interpretive markers tell the story of the site.

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Located in Vincennes, the historic Elihu Stout Print Shop is open to visitors.

ceiling beams with the grooved decoration carved into the lower edges. The House Chamber is arranged as it might have been when the Legislature met here. The speaker of the house sat in a tall chair in the middle of the room and conducted the meetings. The secretary sat at a small desk and recorded the bills. Legislators sat on the benches on either side of the speaker. Elihu Stout Print Shop In 1804, Gov. Harrison brought Elihu Stout to Vincennes. Stout had been a journeyman printer with the Kentucky Gazette in Lexington, Kentucky. Harrison asked Stout to come to Vincennes to print the laws of the Territory. When the paper was first published in 1804, it was called the Indiana Gazette. A fire destroyed the shop in 1806, and when Stout started the paper up again the following year, he renamed it the Western Sun. The paper, still in circulation, is now the Vincennes Sun-Commercial. Visitors to the Elihu Stout Print Shop can step back to a time when a page of newsprint was meticulously crafted letter by letter. Old State Bank Built in 1838, the Old State Bank is the oldest bank building in Indiana and is located at 112 N. Second Street in Vincennes. The bank began business in a rented building on First Street. The bank was robbed on January 26, 1838. The robbers made off with more than $20,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201D; quite a princely sum in those days. Construction of the current building began in July 1838, and the bank moved into the building upon its completion in November 1838. The faĂ§ade is an imitation of the front of a Greek temple. The style is carried over into the main room of the bank, where six fluted columns, more than 30 feet tall, support a bell-shaped cupola. Also of interest in the main room is the original hand-riveted steel vault. The vault measures 6 feet by 8 feet and 32 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

is 7 feet high. It is encased in stone walls two and a half feet thick. Jefferson Academy Gov. William Henry Harrison and other leading citizens of the Indiana Territory established the Jefferson Academy in 1801. It was named for the new president, Thomas Jefferson, whose portrait can be seen above the fireplace. Classes were conducted in the main room of the rectory. At age 15, students would come to the college for three years of instruction. Tuition for one year was $16 plus a cord of firewood. The teacher was paid $400. The academy was chartered as Vincennes University in 1806. Indian Mounds Two large mounds stand on the heights overlooking Vincennes to the south and about a mile apart. Originally they were named Upper Sugarloaf and Lower Sugarloaf, from their resemblance to large conical loaves of sugar used in pioneer times. The Upper Sugarloaf has been renamed Son of Tabac Mound in honor of a local Piankeshaw Indian chief. The Buffalo Trace road from Louisville passed near the mound, and early travelers climbed to its top for a view â&#x20AC;&#x201D; or â&#x20AC;&#x153;prospect,â&#x20AC;? as they called it â&#x20AC;&#x201D; of Vincennes on the prairie below.

In 1872, a 46-foot shaft through the center of the mound revealed layers of bone fragments, ashes and clay. In 1897 the Lower Sugarloaf, now called Pyramid Mound, was excavated. A skeleton and arrowheads were found, as well as a clay pot dating from A.D. 900. The artifacts are on display at Grouseland.

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Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous This re-enactment, known as the Rendezvous, is sponsored annually by the Spirit of Vincennes Inc. Since the late 1970s, the citizens of Vincennes, the re-enactors of the Northwest Territory Alliance (NWTA), and the employees of the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park (NHP) have collaborated to present this distinguished 18th-century historical gathering. The eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s popularity is such that it attracts 400 to 500 re-enactors along with an estimated 35,000 visitors. The majority of the activities, such as the selling of merchandise and food, the demonstration of arts and crafts, Colonial period entertainment, and the re-creation of Revolutionary War battles takes place upon the French Commons, located adjacent to the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. Everyone is invited to â&#x20AC;&#x153;get into the spiritâ&#x20AC;? by visiting the annual Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous during the Saturday and Sunday of Memorial Day weekend.

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Strong Churches Contributing to a Strong Community

he heart of a community is deeply affected by what people believe. Knox County is a community with religious traditions and diversity. There are 65 churches in Knox County. There is a wide variety of denominations represented, from Catholic to Charismatic, Presbyterian to Pentecostal, Methodist, Baptist, Lutheran and Independent. Knox County is enriched by its faith communities, which nurture the moral foundation of the community. The foundation of Knox County is mixed with its religious history. The parish of St. Francis Xavier, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Cathedral,â&#x20AC;? is the oldest congregation in Indiana. As early as 1734 the settlement was visited by Jesuit missionary priests. The first resident pastor, Fr. Sebastian Meurin, S.J., came in May 1748. The parish records begin on April 21, 1749. The Old Cathedral Library is the oldest library in the state of Indiana and contains 10,000â&#x20AC;&#x201C;12,000 rare volumes. With this early influence, Knox County has a strong Catholic heritage, with six churches and Flaget Elementary School and Rivet Middle/High School. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Old Cathedralâ&#x20AC;? has been completely restored in 2007 for the 275th Anniversary.

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There is a great spirit of cooperation among the congregations of the community. The downtown churches often share in offering joint Lenten and Good Friday services. There have been occasional Community Prayer Gatherings with believers from many congregations led by a cross-section of clergy. Several churches have offered a Fall Festival in the Park. There is a wide variety of ways the congregations of Knox County enrich the community. From the children and youth programs, preschools and daycare, and counseling, to musical programs year-round; from fish fries and pork chop picnics to fricassee and ice cream socials, the churches of Knox County enhance the lives of the people who make this community their home. First Church of God Vincennes has offered a dynamic childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s summer music camp culminating in a community musical, as well as The POWER TEAM and contemporary music artists POINT OF GRACE. First Church of God Monroe City recovered from a tragic fire to build a beautiful new facility in 2006. Community United Methodist Church Vincennes was founded when three congregations merged

in 1991. Among Communityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ministries are holiday meals for the community. First Baptist Vincennes has offered Worship through the Arts, which has featured the Ballet Magnificat, contemporary music artist Kathy Triccoli, and nationally known author Phillip Gulley from Vincennes. Campus Ministries seeks to enrich the spiritual life of the Vincennes University community. There is also a variety of groups which offer ministry, including The Offerings Prayer Ministry, The Blue Jean Community Center in Monroe City, Loaves and Fishes free meals, St. Vincent De Paul Store, Higher Bound, and Another Chance Christ Ministries transitional housing. Knox County is a better place to live and raise a family because of the relationships and values fostered through the churches and religious organizations who minister here. Many volunteers for community activities come from our churches. Much of the charity and donations to fundraising activities come from the congregations of this great county. Strong churches contribute to a strong community. In Knox County we are blessed.

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A-1Self Storage

Daryle Reigle 4011 E. Old Hwy 50/ 314 S. 15th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-6026 self storage w/climate controlled & ambient units-RV parking

Ackman Real Estate/Bed & Breakfast Ron Ackman 120 W. 3rd Street Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-3013................Fax: (812) 735-2198 (888) 735-3013 www.ronackman.com REAL ESTATE AGENTS/APPRAISALS

Action Pest Control

Attic

Ruth Kimberly 1721 Washington Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0575 SOCIAL SERVICES B

Babb Lumber Company,

Beverly Parrish 700 Fulton Glass Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0551................Fax: (812) 886-0284 (800) 866-4651 www.babb.com BUILDING MATERIALS

Back2Health

Mike Swaby 1243 Bayou Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0496................Fax: (812) 882-4471 (800) 301-3075 www.actionpest.net PEST CONTROL

Irene Ray 1830 Hart Street PO BOX 751 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1241................Fax: (812) 882-1244 HEALTHCARE

The AME Group

Dave Hartzburg 2007 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6995 FURNITURE

Mark Gerkin Grant Earley 6001 E. Old Hwy 50 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 726-4500................Fax: (812) 726-4827 (800) 264-8851 www.advancedmicro.com COMPUTER/SYSTEMS & SERVICE

Americana Realty

Marilyn Doades 111 S. 13th Street Vincennes In 47597 812-886-9498....................Fax: 812-882-1097 americanarealty.net Real Estate

Ameriprise Financial

Richard Dobbyn 421 Buntin Street Vincennes IN 47597 (812) 321-4651 (888) 636-2296 FINANCIAL/PLANNING & INVESTMENTS

Anthis Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc James Anthis 720 Upper 11th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2065................Fax: (812) 882-2955 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/CONTRACTORS

Anytime Fitness

Melanie Beard 2447 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-6348....................Fax: 812-882-5938 FITNESS

Apple Hill Orchard

Brad Black 6235 N. Ford Road Bruceville IN 47516 812-324-2481

Applebee’s

609 KIMMEL RD Vincennes IN 47591 RESTAURANT

Ashley Jordan’s Furniture

Rick or Debbie Lynch 2427 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-0568....................Fax: 812-886-5477 furniture, mattresses

At & T

Rick Borris 134 NW 6th Street Rm 105B Evansville IN 47708 812-422-9056....................Fax: 812-422-9068 UTILITIES

Best Buys Home Furnishings

Best Way Express, Inc

Sheppard Dunn PO BOX 728 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6448................Fax: (812) 885-2327 (800) 777-4668 TRUCKING SERVICES

Best Western

Bill Bobe’s Pizzeria Pam Bobe 1651 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2992 PIZZA & RESTURANTS

Black, Joe D, Attorney Joe Black 116 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-1563 Attorney at Law

Bledsoe’s Grand Mart, Inc.

Danny Bledsoe 5844 E Freelandville Road Oaktown IN 47561 (812) 745-2305................Fax: (812) 745-5416 CONVENIENCE STORE/SERVICE STATION/PIZZA

Blue Eye’s Photography Robert Willis 1266 Oliphant Avenue Vincennes IN 4759+1 812-882-1322

Boy Scouts of AmericaBuffalo Trace Council

Scott Herceg PO Box 3245 Evansville IN 47731 812-887-0202 ORGANIZATIONS/NON FOR PROFIT

Boyd & Forbes Surgery Logan Boyd, DDS 611 Dubois Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8888 (800) 999-8992 HEALTHCARE

Harry Patel 2500 Old Decker Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2100 LODGING

Miraim Boyd, OD

Bestone Tire

BR Assoiciates (Denny’s/Grandy’s/Catering

Kieth Schaefer 18 S. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3314..............Fax: (812) 882-00221 TIRES

Better Business Forms

Larry Winkler 1436 Winkler Lane PO BOX 1150 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3431................Fax: (812) 882-3433 www.bbfinc.com BUSINESS FORMS & PRINTING

The Bible Book Store

Chad Tevebaugh 106 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1155................Fax: (812) 882-7044 CHRISTIAN BOOK STORE

Bicknell Bed & Breakfast

Ron Ackman 120 W. 3rd Street Vincennes IN 47512 (812) 735-1003................Fax: (812) 735-1003 (812) 735-2198 www.bicknellbb.com LODGING

Bicknell Country Club

Max Nickless 5723 N. Golf Course Road Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-4518..................Fax: 812-735-4515 GOLF COURSE

Big Brother, Big Sisters Dawn Sparks PO Box 87 Vincennes IN 47591 Community Service

609 Dubois Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8500 HEALTHCARE

Sheri Schlomer 2726 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0127................Fax: (812) 886-0157 (800) 274-5849 CATERING

Brayten’s

Paul Cary 780 Old Wheatland Road Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-4000 Restaurant

Bridge Pointe Health Campus

Sandee McNight 1900 College Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9870................Fax: (812) 886-9871 HEALTHCARE

Brocksmith Veterinary Associates

Baron Brocksmith 613 Main Street Bicknell IN 47512 812-735-4211 or xVinn Office 812-882-4484 Veterinary

Buffalo Wild Wings Kevin O’Laughlin 2407 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-243-4329 buffalowildwings.com bar/grill

Burkhart Insurance

Tony Burkhart 16 North 1st Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3600................Fax: (812) 882-3689 www.burkhartinsurance.com INSURANCE

Cabello’s Basil Garden Tony Cabello 301 W. 11th Street Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-2222 RESTAURANTS & PIZZA

Calico Plus Upholstering

City of Vincennes

Mayor Al Baldwin 201 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7285................Fax: (812) 886-3408 www.vincennes.org GOVERNMENT

The Clip Joint

Margie Taylor 22 North 4th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-5183

Rose Bauer 1617 N. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0796 BEAUTY SALON

Canteen Services Company

CLR Construction

Cantwell Service Center

Clyde’s Pools & Hot Tub Shack

Regina J. Blinn 1124 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3500................Fax: (812) 882-3003 VENDING/FULL SERVICE Charles Cantwell 1602 Washington Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1574 SERVICE STATION

Cardinal Liquors Laura Greene 2126 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5526 PACKAGE STORE

Casey ‘s General Store General Manager 1902 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2410 www.caseys.com CONVENIENCE STORE

Casino Aztar

421 NW Riverside Drive Evansville IN 47708 812-433-4000....................Fax: 812-433-4054 www.casinoaztar.com RIVERBOAT/ENTERTAINMENT/ HOTEL/RESTAURANT

Century 21 Heritage Realty

Sue Thompson 1037 North 8th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0009................Fax: (812) 882-1552 (800) 435-4682 www.wvc.netc21realty REAL ESTATE AGENTS

Ceres Solutions

Dan Weber PO Box 432 Crawsfordville IN 47933 (812) 235-8123 Agriculture/Energy

Charlie’s Carmel Corn & Candy Darrel Bobe Lorinda Ellerman 427 N. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8008 CANDY

Cherokee Properties

Nancy Emmons 513 Stonehenge Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-6910....................Fax: 812-886-6910 Rental/Leasing/Real Estate

China House

XinJinZheng 12 South 3rd Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0885 Chinese Restaurant

City of Bicknell

Mayor Jon Flickinger 119 E Second Street Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-3559................Fax: (812) 735-3316 GOVERNMENT

Chad Reitmeyer 1330 South 15th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-0360 Construction Sandy Mathews 5831 N. Rod &Gun Club Road Bruceville IN 47516 (812) 324-2118/9047.......Fax: (812) 324-9047 (800) 439-4138 SWIMMING POOLS/RETAIL

Colonial Assisted Living

Dennis Kordes 1622 S. Hart Street Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-1504................Fax: (812) 895-1757 APARTMENTS

Comfort Suites

Andrew Kim 2555 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2244................Fax: (812) 886-9137 LODGING

CommunityLink

Nancy Odom 4742 Holts Prairie Road Pinckneyville IL 62274 (618) 357-8653 (800) 455-5600 www.communitylink.com PUBLISHING

Dale Courter

2005 McDowell Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3085 members.tripod.com/-d77C BOOSTER

Crane Division Naval Surface Warfare Center

Sue Webster 300 Hwy 361, Bldg. 1 Crane IN 47522-5001 812-854-1640....................Fax: 812-854-1640 GOVERNMENT

Crestview

Dana Loposky 3801 Old Bruceville Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1783................Fax: (812) 885-2276 HEALTHCARE D

D & S Ambulance Services

Don Halter 604 N. Upper 11th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-8157....................Fax: 812-886-6950 Ambulance Transport

Dale Builde’s & Development

Jack Dale 710 College Avenue PO Box 292 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0867................Fax: (812) 882-1139 CONTRACTORS/GENERAL

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Digitalbridge Communications Kristin Miles 214 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-4533 Digital Internet

DLC Media, Inc. (WFML, WVUB,WAMW, FM & AM

Brad Deetz, Dave Crooks PO Box 574 Vincennes IN 47591 812-888-6829....................Fax: 812-888-4955 Radio

Dogwood BBQ

Matt Graber 2232 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0552....................Fax: 812-882-0574 BBQ Restaurant/Catering

Donovan & Donovan Associates

Larry & Derick Donovan 427 Main Street, PO Box 976 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0415...................Fax: 812-882-4600 Engineering, Architects

Duesterberg Drug Company, Inc. Clift Cleveland, R.PH 402 S. 6th Street PO BOX 116 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6193 HEALTHCARE

Duke Energy

Roger Tomes 800 Old Wheatland Road Vincennes IN 47591 800-521-2232..................Fax: (812) 886-3270 www.duke-energy.com UTILITIES

Duke Energy

Larry Roark 15400 VILLWOCK RD Edwardsport IN 47528 (812) 735-5444................Fax: (812) 735-5010 www.dukeenergy UTILITIES

Dumes

Harold Dumes 1640 N. 6th Street PO BOX 707 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5440................Fax: (812) 882-5480 (800) 284-7476 SCRAP METAL

Dunn & Dunn Hydraulics & Mechanical

Cindy Welton 1607 Willow Street, PO Box 735 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-6112....................Fax: 812-882-6112 hydraulics, mechanical, cylinders, pumps, tubes and hoses

Dutton Landscaping

Fred Dutton 9272 E Summers Road Wheatland IN 47597 (812) 726-5331 LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS

Eyeworks

Edward Jones

Sharon Speth 202 North 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-9240....................Fax: 812-886-4756 Financial Services

EB & Scott Hendrixs 223 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4809................Fax: (812) 882-9485 (877) 265-2020 HEALTHCARE

Edward Jones

Tim Vieke 2007 Hart Street PO BOX 122 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6858................Fax: (812) 886-9133 (800) 454-5415 www.edwardjones.com INVESTMENTS

Edward Jones

Farm Bureau Inusurance

Jim Farris 610 Veterans Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9691..................Fax: 866-819-3543 INSURANCE

Farm Bureau Inusurance

Ed Miller 610 Veterans Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9691................Fax: (812) 882-9698 INSURANCE

Dave Skinner 326 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9477 www.edwardjones.com INVESTMENTS

Farm Credit Services

Elaine Carie 1702 Hart Street Suite B Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4803................Fax: (812) 886-4803 SHOES/CHILDREN & RETAIL/CHILDREN

John Telligman 2404 Hart Street PO Box 375 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9348................Fax: (812) 886-6371 (800) 288-9348 www.farmcredit.com FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

Emison, Doolittle Kolb & Roellgen

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Elaineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Stride Rite

Jeff Kolb 801 Busseron Street PO box 215 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2280................Fax: (812) 885-2308 ATTORNEY AT LAW

Employment Plus

Kim Dunlap 314 N. Main Princeton IN 47670 812-386-5400....................Fax: 812-386-9050 www.employmentplus.com EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Everything HR

Manager 2322 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3583................Fax: (812) 882-2780 RESTAURANT

FC Tucker Emge Realtors

Robin Montgomery 621 MAIN Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4444................Fax: (812) 895-2068 (800) 900 -2607 REAL ESTATE AGENT

FC Tucker Emge Realtors

Jennifer Delph 13 SE 3rd St Washington IN 47501 812-257-1966 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Bunny Ostendorf 621 MAIN Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4444................Fax: (812) 895-2068 (800) 900-2607 REAL ESTATE AGENT

Ewing Printing Co., Inc.

FC Tucker Emge Realtors

Jerry Zeigler 516 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2415................Fax: (812) 886-6912 (800) 982-2415 www.ewingprinting.com PRINTING

Excell, USA

Rich Gray 1065 E. Beckes Lane Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-1687................Fax: (812) 895-1831 www.excellusa.com MANUFACTURERS

Express Sign & Neon

Brian, & Lori Phillips 119 South 15th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3278..................Fax: 812-882-0104 signs

Rita Green 621 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-4444....................Fax: 812-895-2068 Real Estate

FC Tucker Emge Realttors

Kathy Brisco 621 MAIN Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4444................Fax: (812) 895-2068 (800) 900-2607 REAL ESTATE AGENT

FIA -Futaba of Indiana America

Kimberly White 3320 S. Keller Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-4713................Fax: (812) 882-5770 MANUFACTURER

Fifth Third Bank

Gasthof Amish Village

First American Bank

Gemtron Corporation

Bryan Hughes 2400 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4030................Fax: (812) 885-2215 www.53.com FINANCIAL INSTITUTION Joel Smith 3rd & Busseron Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4528................Fax: (812) 886-7290 (800) 688-4528 www.firstamericanbankfab.com FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

First Baptist Church Pastor Dan Clemens 2625 Wabash Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-3209

First Financial Bank

Karen Tolliver 2707 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-4800....................Fax: 812-882-5832 Financial

Fleur De Lis Lingerie Verna Meyer 212 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4175 CLOTHING/WOMEN

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Donna Lancaster PO BOX 317 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2680 MANUFACTURER

Gnerations

Anne Jacoby 1019 N. 4th Street PO BOX 314 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-5880................Fax: (812) 888-4566 (800) 742-9002 SOCIAL SERVICES/HEALTHCARE (AGING)

The Gooch

Theresa Catt 1501 Willow Street PO BOX 158 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0202................Fax: (812) 882-6994 CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS

Good Samaritan Hospital

Fords Art of Photography Amanda Linn 24 North 1st Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-6949 Photography

Matt Bailey 520 S. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5220................Fax: (812) 885-3737 www.gshvin.org HEALTHCARE

Goodwill Industries

Fortner Pest & Termite Control Corporation

Jack Lucas 1985 S. Old Hwy 41 PO BOX 111 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7445...............Fax: (812) 882-7477 (800) 742-9282 PEST CONTRAL

Four Rivers Resource Services, Inc.

Mark Hunter 114 Buntin Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-1865....................Fax: 812-886-1869 Not For Profit

Foxridge Manor

Greg Hall 1540 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1722................Fax: (812) 882-1302 SOCIAL SERVICES

Goodwin Funeral Home

David & Tim Goodwin, Chris Sievers 524 Broadway Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5900................Fax: (812) 882-9239 FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Dr. Joseph Gregg, DDS

Dr. Joseph Gregg, DDS 429 Perry Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7867..................Fax: 812-882-7085 (800) 621-6306 HEALTH CARE

Julie Guy 150 Foxridge Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-1000................Fax: (812) 895-1100 APARTMENTS

Grousland Foundation

Freelandville Community Home

Growing Green Lawncare

Friends Home Healthcare

Guardian Angel Home Health Care, Inc.

Shannon Groves HWY 58 PO BOX 288 Freelandville IN 47528 (812) 328-2134................Fax: (812) 328-2212 HEALTH CARE Jon Lee 110 N 15TH ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0188................Fax: (812) 886-0642 (800) 436-6777 HEALTHCARE

Fulton Glass

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Keith Tolliver 701 Fulton Glass Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8550 GLASS/REPAIR, SERVICES G

Garage Deco

Kevin & Barb Toole 1309 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-890-2505....................Fax: 812-882-0092 Garage Renovations

Gardner-Brockman, Inc

Herb Donham 505 MAIN ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1167..................Fax: 812-882-4292 FUNERAL DIRECTORS

Garfields

Manager/Marketing Director 600 Wheatland Road Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0450..........Fax: 812-858-2933 CORP Restaurant & Pub

3 W Scott Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2096..................Fax: 812-882-7626 HISTORICAL SITE

Keith Fisher Rt.2, Box 195 Lawrenceville ILL 62439 618-943-7800....................Fax: 618-943-7808 Landscaping/Lawn Maintenance

Lori Hadlock 11617 E SR 67 PO BOX 95 Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-2811................Fax: (812) 735-2332 (800) 474-4300 gahhc@yahoo.com HEALTHCARE H

H & R Floor Covering

Robert Cardinal 1010 Washington Avenue PO BOX 572 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4214................Fax: (812) 882-6700 FLOOR COVERINGS

Hacker Plumbing & Drilling

Tim Hacker 2687 Old Decker Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8053................Fax: (812) 882-8061 (877) 579-9602 PLUMBING & WATER WELL CONTRACTORS/CONDITION/SEWAGE

Halterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Market

Jay Halter 1926 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0579 PRODUCE

Harbor House

Myrna Brown PO BOX 601 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7900................Fax: (812) 882-7932 SOCIAL SERVICES

Hardee’s - CKE Corp

Brenda Houchins 1906 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5729................Fax: (812) 882-5729 RESTAURANT

Harmon Medical Supply

Chris Harmon 415 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3636................Fax: (812) 882-6622 (800) 274-9685 HEALTHCARE

HartBell

Dan Siewers 513 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-8935 Attorney Services

HartBell

Edward Cummiins 513 Main Street PO BOX 979 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8935................Fax: (812) 882-5186 ATTORNEY AT LAW

HartBell

Mark Ewing 513 Main Street PO BOX 979 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8935................Fax: (812) 882-5186 ATTORNEY AT LAW

HartBell

Jeff Neal 513 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-8935 Attorney Services

HartBell

Brent Stuckey 513 Main Street PO BOX 979 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8935................Fax: (812) 882-5186 ATTORNEY AT LAW

Haus Edelweiss

Walt & Anne Rinderle 2814 Church Road Vincennes IN 47591 812-726-4603 Bed & Breakfast

Health & Nutrition Center

Phil Cullsion 4 S. 9th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7437................Fax: (812) 882-5499 HEALTH FOODS, VITAMINS, HERBS & ORGANIC PRODUCTS

Hoosier Carpet Guys & Janitoral Supply

Steve Esterbrook 701 S. 13th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-0785 carpet cleaning Carpet Cleaning and Janitorial Services

Hurrican Ditcher Company, Inc.

John L. Snyder 2425 Cathlinette Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9663................Fax: (812) 886-0530 (800) 804-0838 www.hurrican-ditcher.com FARM EQUIPMENT I

Illiana Watermelon Association

Carrie Smith PO Box 618 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-1051................Fax: (812) 886-1814 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Illusions Bridal & Party Shop

Lisa McClure 701 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4201................Fax: (812) 882-4244 BRIDAL/WEDDING PARTY SUPPLIES

Imajine Unlimited

Jami Coffman 1218 Hemlock Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-881-6862....................Fax: 866-561-2867 Self Motivation

Indiana Department of Child Services

Larry Marchino PO Box 235 1050 Washington Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-3920....................Fax: 812-882-4313 Social Services

Indiana Forms & Labels

Steve Gray 1648 E. 675 S. Washington IN 47501 (888) 644-7745..................Fax: 812-644-7745 iflpromotions.com PRINTER/PROMOTIONAL ITEMS

Integra Bank

Robbie Lane 619 Main Street PO BOX 1217 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9310................Fax: (812) 895-3515 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

Integra Bank

Cathy Myers 619 Main Street PO BOX 1217 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9310................Fax: (812) 895-3515 FINANCIAL INSTITUTION J

Hedden L. Fay, Abstract Office, Inc. S. Renee’ Vermillion 214 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5273 ABSTRACTS OF TITLES

Heinz, H.G., Inc.

Herman Heinz 221 Manilla Street PO BOX 123 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2480 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/CONTRACTORS

Henderson Transfer Company, Inc.

Fred Schleicher 1611 Broadway Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8860................Fax: (812) 882-6114 (800) 727-1992 www.hendersontransfer.com MOVING & STORAGE/ HOUSEHOLD & SHIPPING SERVICE

Homes Plumbing Supply, Inc.

Marlene Dale 1690 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1865 HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING/CONTRACTORS

J.C. Penney Company

Manger 640 Niblack Blvd. Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8030................Fax: (812) 882-3564 www.jcpenney.com DEPARTMENTAL STORES

Jamestown Square of Vincennes

Manager 360 Felt King Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9304................Fax: (812) 886-9304 APARTMENTS

Jewel Craft Jewelers Anne Marie Marx 217 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7063 (877) 985-3935 JEWELERS

Jones Builders

John Jones 452 E. Circle Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4667................Fax: (812) 882-2365 CONTRACTORS/GENERAL

Jones & Sons

Tom Doane 784 S. 6th Street Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2957................Fax: (812) 886-0308 (888) 661-7528 CONCRETE/READY MIX/SAND & GRAVEL

KCCC-Knox County Chamber of Commerce

Marc McNeece 102 N. 3rd Street PO Box 553 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6440................Fax: (812) 882-6441 (888)895-6622 www.knoxcountychamber.com BUSINESS/ECONOMIC

KCDC-Knox County Development Corporation

Gary Gentry 102 N. 3rd Street PO BOX 701 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6993................Fax: (812) 886-0888 www.kcdc.com ECONONIC DEVELOPMENT

Kemper CPA Group, LLp

Wayne Thomann 505 N. 6th Street PO BOX 297 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7730................Fax: (812) 882-7778 www.kempercpa.com ACCOUNTANTS/CPA

King’s Great Buy Plus

Martin Smith Old Hwy 50 East Lawrenceville IL 62439 (618) 943-3351................Fax: (618) 943-3353 APPLIANCES/HOUSEHOLD

Kirby Risk Electrical Company

Kent Davis 1301 Willow Street PO BOX 888 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2938...............Fax: (812) 882-7485 (800) 742-9190 www.kirbyrisk.com ELECTRICAL/SUPPLIES

Klein Realty & Auction, Inc.

Heath Klein 404 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2202................Fax: (812) 882-8777 REAL ESTATE AGENT

Knox County ARC

Michael Carney 2525 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4312................Fax: (812) 882-4844 www.knoxcountyarc.com SOCIAL SERVICES/MANUFACTURERES

Knox County Commissioners

James Parish Knox County Court House 111 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 885-2502...............Fax: (812) 886-2414 GOVERNMENT

Knox County Community Foundation Cathy Rinsch 20 North 3rd Street Suite 301 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0093 FOUNDATIONS

Knox County EMS

Steve McClure 906 N. 10th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7757...............Fax: 812-882-0989 (800) 872-1924 HEALTHCARE Serving all of Knox County. Providing the county with quality paramedic care. We provide ambulance services, wheel chair, car medical transportation and taxi services.

Knox County Farm Bureau, Inc.

Phyllis Reitmeyer 610 Veterans Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9691...............Fax: (812) 882-9698 (888) 299-2882 AGRICULTURE

Knox County Insurance

Elizabeth Curtis 107 W. 2nd Street PO BOX 25 Bicknell IN 47591 (812) 735-3832................Fax: (812) 735-2211 INSURANCE

Knox County Public Library

Mangin Carter & Company

Knox County Rural Housing Finance Corp

Maple Park Apartments

Knox County Soil & Water Conservation District

Market Street Salon

Emily Bunyon 502 N SEVENTH ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4380 www.kepl.lib.in.us LIBRARIES/PUBLIC

William Powell 11 Powell Street Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 324-2651..................Fax: 812-735-4382 GOVERNMENT

Shaylyn Sargeant 2015 Hart Steet Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8210..................Fax: 812-886-3748 shalyn.sargeant@in.nacdnet.net Government/Agriculture

Kramac Printing

Brian Kramer 424 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2836................Fax: (812) 882-4071 (800) 999-2836 www.kramac.com PRINTING L

Landscapes by Dallas Foster

Dallas Foster 3729 North Camp Arthur Road Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0719....................Fax: 812-882-4173 www.landscapesbydallas foster Landscaping/Contractors

Leonard Automotive Group

B. Patrick Carter 1600 Willow Street Suite A Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6290................Fax: (812) 882-6291 ACCOUNTANT/CERTIFIED PUBLIC Vickie McCrillis 145 Autumn Ridge Lane BLDG 12 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4612................Fax: (812) 886-0427 APARTMENTS Tammy Lay & Pam Singleton 17 North 1st Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-895-0222 Hair Salon & Spa

McCormick Insurance Agency

Don McCormick 1115 Weed Lane Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5300................Fax: (812) 885-2008 (800) 264-1779 INSURANCE

McDonald’s

Catherine Glugla 2310 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-5511................Fax: (812) 886-9067 RESTAURANTS

Medical Center

Michael Ross 406 N. 1st Street PO BOX 806 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4694 HEALTHCARE

Dick Leonard 515 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0820..................Fax: 812-886-6829 www.leonardautomativegroup.com Automotive/Detailing

Meeks Real Esate & Insurance

Lewis Bakery

The Melon Patch

Carl Finrock 2792 S. Old Decker Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6533................Fax: (812) 886-6921 FOOD/PROCESSING

LINCO SERVICE INC

Beth Meeks 80 Thompson Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4000 INSURANCE & REAL ESTATE AGENTS

Jill Williams 9423 North US Hwy 41 Oaktown IN 47561 812-324-2505....................Fax: 812-324-2506 Gas/Convenience/Gift Shop/ Fresh Produce

JAN LINNEWEBER-ELLERMAN 2610 LINCO DR Washington IN 47501 (812) 254-4409................Fax: (877) 254-7145 (800) 835-4626 www.lincoservices.com BEVERAGE/NON-ALCOHOLIC/OFFICE

Memering Construction

Lodge of the Wabash

Gary Memering 1949 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5367................Fax: (812) 886-4605 (800) 876-0185 AUTOMOBILE/DEALERS

Cheryl Hugunin 723 E. Ramsey Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8787................Fax: (812) 886-5357 HEALTHCARE

Lowe’s Home Improvement Warehouse Manager 2700 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-0538

M. G. Grundman & Sons, Inc

Mark Grundman 906 N. 7th Street PO BOX 404 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4770................Fax: (812) 886-5342 SHOES/CUSTOM MADE

M & K Automotive, Inc. (NAPA) Mike Summers 702 E. 11th Street Bicknell IN 47591 (812) 735-3545 (800) 305-0147

M & S Flooring Covering Mike Stemler 610 Upper 11th Streeet Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1320 FLOOR COVERINGS & PAINT

Jerry Memering 2111 Jerry Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1455 CONTRACTORS/GENERAL

Memering Motorplex

Memories

Sue Vories 4552 E. St. Road 61 Vincennes IN 812-882-1979 Family Movie Memories

Miller Construction Company, Inc.

Christine Ernest 518 15th Street PO BOX 315 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6690................Fax: (812) 886-0573 ELECTRICAL/CONTRACTORS

David L Miller, PC

David Miller 302 Main Street PO BOX 395 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8900................Fax: (812) 882-6340 ATTORNEY AT LAW

Miller Machine & Welding

Rick Miller 406 S. 15th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7566................Fax: (812) 882-9775 MACHINE SHOPS/WELDING

Montana Mike’s Steakhouse

John Frenz 1626 Willow Street PO Box B Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2818................Fax: (812) 882-7980 www.Montanamikes.com RESTAURANTS

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Motion Memories by Nic

Old National Bank

Mr. Gatti’s Pizza

Old Town Collectibles

Nicole Boyer 2326 E Navaho Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-5468 Video Production & Editing www.motionmemoriesbynic.com Jay Cardinal 2221 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9304...............Fax: (812) 882-4340 RESTAURANTS

Myszak & Palmer, Inc

Andrew Myszak & Josh Palmer 903 Broadway Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0350...............Fax: (812) 886-0790 myszakplamer.com ARCHITECTS N

Nature By Design Landscapes, Inc.

Mark Glover 2563 Bruceville Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 726-1122................Fax: (812) 726-1122 LANDSCAPE/CONTRACTORS

Nibel General Practice

David Nibel, MD Andrea Miller, FNP-C 545 Willow Street PO Box 36 Vincennes IN 47591 812-885-1200 Medical Clinic

Helen Seirp 20 N. 3rd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4990................Fax: (812) 895-4207 www.oldnational.com FINANCIAL/INSTITUTIONS Tom Burton 320 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-895-1091 farmandsport.com Retail/Merchandiser

Old Town Players

Steve Gray 432 Broadway PO BOX 855 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1639 www.oldtownplayers.org NON-PROFIT COMMUNITY THEATRE

Organ Battery & Electric Company

Scott Organ 434 South 15th, PO Box 391 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-6474....................Fax: 812-882-6220 Battery, starters, Golf Carts

Organ Greenhouse & Florist

Larry Lockhart 1172 DeWolf Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8308................Fax: (812) 882-4376 (800) 685-1358 www.organflorist.com FLORISTS

Niehaus Electric Service

James Niehaus 1828 N. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8570................Fax: (812) 882-9993 ELECTRICAL/CONTRACTORS

Niehaus Home Center Bernie Neihaus 1023 Main Street PO Box 667 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2710 BUILDING MATERIALS

PACE Community Action Agency

Bertha Proctor 525 N. 4th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7927................Fax: (812) 882-7982 SOCIAL SERVICES

Packaging Corporation

North Knox School Corporation

Sandy Beamon 11110 North State Road 159 Bicknell IN 47591 (812) 735-4435/(812) 882-7538....... Fax: (812) 328-6262 www.nknox.k12.in.us SCHOOLS

Northside Pharmacy, Inc.

1160 E. St. Clair Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1064...............Fax: (812) 882-4004 (800) 889-8751 HEALTHCARE O

O’Dell Construction & Electric Armand O’Dell 618 N. 8th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5396 CONTRACTORS/GENERAL

O’Donnell Supply Corporation

Brad Dale 2294 S. Old Decker Road PO BOX 243 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3470...............Fax: (812) 882-1693 (800) 234-2991 PLUMBING/SUPPLIES

Oak Village Nursing , Inc.

Diana Roberts/Reba Driskill 200 W. 4th St. PO BOX 270 Oaktown IN 47561 (812) 745-2360...............Fax: (812) 745-2520 HEALTHCARE

Office Connection

Rex Frey 104 Broadway Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9905................Fax: (812) 886-9915 OFFICE MACHINES/FURNITURE & SUPPLIES

Office Max

Manager 619 Kimmel Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-1840................Fax: (812) 895-1841 OFFICE SUPPLIES/FURNITURE/MACHINES

Robert Moffatt 408 E. St. Clair Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-7630..................Fax: (812) 882-7880 BOXES/CORUGATED/DISPLAYS/PARTITIONS

Pal & Sal Rentals Sherian Loudermilk 1988 S. Ballard Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0519 APARTMENTS

Papa John’s Pizza

General Manager/Jamie Cartwright 2365 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6262................Fax: (812) 886-4446 PIZZA

Pargin & Dillon Wealth Management

Brad Dillon, Matthew Pargin 600 A State Street Lawrenceville ILL 62439 618-943-6000....................Fax: 618-943-1521 www.lpl.com/dwm financial consulting and services

Pea-Fections

Becky Pea 323 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-5146 RESTURANT

Peabody Energy-Air Quality #1

Jon Devers PO Box 409 Monroe City IN 47557 812-743-9292....................Fax: 812-743-9290 COAL MINING

Peabody Energy-Air Quality #1

Trent Johnson PO Box 409 Monroe City IN 47557 812-743-9292....................Fax: 812-743-9290 Coal Mining

Peach Tucker & Company

William Peach 210 Boradway Street PO BOX 1100 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4133................Fax: (812) 882-4155 ACCOUNTANTS/CERTIFIED PUBLIC

38 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

Pearl & Chrome Home Interiors, LLC

Quick Stop

Pepsi-Cola

Quiznos Subs

Leah Emmons 309 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-6580....................Fax: 812-886-6580 furniture, home furnishings Steve O’Bryan 2680 South Old Decker Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 885-1500................Fax: (812) 885-2349 (800) 284-7632 BEVERAGE/N0N-ALCOHOLIC

Harry Patel 29 South 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-5171....................Fax: 812-886-5181 Convenient Store/Restaurant Alan Smith 1902 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-9920....................Fax: 812-886-9921 www.quiznos.com

Perrott Builders, TTR,INC

R & D Advertising

Roger Benson PO Box 611 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4185................Fax: (812) 886-1673 (888) 769-5467 ADVERTISING/SPECIALTIES

Rob Southwood 2801 Washington Avenue PO Box 264 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-8887....................Fax: 812-882-3887 www.perrottbuilders.com Home Builders/Contractors

R.D. Van Eaton, Inc.

Pizza Hut

R & H Trucking/Trailer Sales

Angie Denham 2250 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-885-0500....................Fax: 812-886-4625 www.pizzahut RESTAURANTS

Pond’s Brake Service Paul Phillips 901 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6175 AUTOMOBILE/REPAIR

Pondersa Steak House

Manager 2625 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9469................Fax: (812) 882-9469 RESTAURANTS

Porter Paints

David Van Eaton 215 N. 15th Street PO BOX 785 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0072 INVESTMENTS

Premier Landscape & Desiign Jason Flynn 1303 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-1608 Landscaping/Garden Center

Presitage Auto Service

Screen Printing Plus

Keith Lehman 3056 S OLD US 41 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4690...............Fax: (812) 886-0720 BEVERAGES/NON ALCOHOLIC Mark Pepmeier 1704 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1191................Fax: (812) 882-8347 APPLIANCES/HOUSEHOLD

Realtor

Linda Hess 1826 N. 6th Vincenens IN 47591 812-882-2525....................Fax: 812-882-9191 Realtor 102 North 4th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-4444....................Fax: 812-886-5555 Furniture

Regions Bank

Bill Ricke 350 South 200 West Washington IN 47501 812-254-1018....................Fax: 812-254-5781 (800) 776-1281 WASTE DISPOSAL

Rex’s Body Shop & Garage

Heath Klein 406 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-895-2708 heathklein.realtor.com

Tammy Forbey 2710 N. 2nd Street, PO Box 115 PO BOX 115 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7496................Fax: (812) 882-7788 AUTOMOBILE/BODY WORK

Quest Orthopedics, PC

Riley Equipment

Jonna Primus 2121 Willow Street PO BOX 316 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6637..................Fax: 812-886-8938 www.questortho.com Orthopedic Surgeon/Sports Medicine

Rowe Sargent 8846 N. Boberg Drive Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-4781................Fax: (812) 735-5105 TRAILER SALES

RC/7Up of Vincennes

Republic Services of Southern Indiana

Quality Rentals

S & S Trailer Sales

Ladonna Minnis 305 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-0860 www.thescrapbooktree.com Crafting

Kent Utt 302 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3050..................Fax: 812-885-6435 (800) 467-1888 www.regions.com FINANCIAL/INSTITUTIONS

Mary Cardinal RR #3 BOX 12C Oakland City IN 47660 (812) 749-9341................Fax: (812) 749-4972 (886) 380-7463 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Ron Allen 1111 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 885-2100................Fax: (812) 885-2104 TIRES

Progress Laundry & Dry Cleaner

Amber Gerkin 2121 Willow Street PO BOX 316 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1141

S.I.N.E-Southwest Network for Education

Raben Tire

Regal Furniture Gallery & Showcase

ProRehab, LLC

Lisa Pigg 1027 Washington Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3816...............Fax: (812) 886-5914 HEALTHCARE

Sceptor Industries

William Claycomb 801 S. 6th Street PO BOX 324 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7771................Fax: (812) 882-8938 AUTOMOBILE/REPAIR Al Nardine 1422 N. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4180 DRY CLEANERS/LAUNDRY SERVICE

Rohrer Family Clinic, Inc.

Phillip Morelli 1879 S OLD HWY US 41 PO BOX 294 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1730................Fax: (812) 885-2183 (800) 869-MACK TRUCK/SALES & SERVICES

RCS Superstore

Ross Montgomery 417 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0440 PAINT

Justin Blanford 602 S. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3640................Fax: (812) 886-5908 www.rogersgroupinc.com SAND & GRAVEL

Perk - A- Lawn Garden Center

Mike Perkins 2470 Maranatha Lane Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5752................Fax: (812) 882-7425 (800) 251-5752 www.perkalawngardens.com LANDSCAPE/CONTRACTORS

Rogers Group

Charles Rily 2205 Old Decker Road, PO Box 435 Vincennes IN 47591

Robert George & Associations

Robbie George 1610 S. Old Decker Road PO BOX 18 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2739................Fax: (812) 882-6713 INSURANCE

John Zaleszak 6467 N. Scepter Road Bicknell IN 47512 (812) 735-2500/882-0266.Fax: (812) 735-2505 ALUMINUM

The Scrapbook Tree

Dave Witson 1001 Main Street PO BOX 1565 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6203................Fax: (812) 882-6210 (800) 462-5687 SCREEN PRINTING & EMBROIDERY

Sears

Roosy Quick 1815 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-0669....................Fax: 812-886-6070

Servpro Of Vincennes

Kenneth Jones 12 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-0581................Fax: (812) 895-0641 www.servpro.com RESTORATION/CLEANING

Shaker Prairie Shop

Brian Bouillet 1701 Hart Street PO BOX 326 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0747................Fax: (812) 882-1249 (800) 216-2737 www.shakerdecoys.com MANUFACTURER

Sherwin Williams Company

Greg Deaves 2704 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5085................Fax: (812) 882-6005 www.sherwinwilliams.com PAINT

Shooting Star Apparel

Stacey Foster 1408 Overlook Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-887-2612....................Fax: 812-886-1145 shirt printing/logo designs

Sievers Companies

Mike Sievers PO Box 726 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 895-1127 REAL ESTATE LEASING & DEVELOPMENT

Smith & Bell Insurance

J.M. Vieck 102 N. 5th Street PO BOX 925 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2900................Fax: (812) 886-4020 INSURANCE

Snider Auction & Appraisal Ken Snider 519 S. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-6420 www.sniderauctions.com REAL ESTATE/AUCTION SERVICE

Snider Body Shop, Inc.

Maragret Snider 817 E. St. Clair Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6556................Fax: (812) 886-6987 AUTOMOBILE/BODY WORK

Alan Snyder, DDS

Dr. Alan Snyder 310 Church Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4742................Fax: (812) 882-4688 HEALTHCARE

Sodexho, Inc.

Dan Winkler 1002 N. 1st Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-5089................Fax: (812) 888-4366 www.vinu.edu/dining FOOD SERV/CATERING/VENDING FULL SERV

Something Special Dan Osbourne 423 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-9481

South Knox Educational Foundation Dan Robinson 1094 State Road 241 Wheatland IN 47597 812-321-5001 SCHOOL/ORGANIZATION

South Knox School Corporation

Brad Case PO BOX 388 Monroe City IN 47557 (812) 726-4440................Fax: (812) 743-2110 www.sknox.k12.in.us SCHOOLS

Southern Indiana Propane

Thomas Moon 3168 S OLD HWY 41 PO BOX 212 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6369...............Fax: (812) 886-6380 (800) 977-8687 LP GAS/PROPANE & GAS GRILLS

Sports Center/Radio Shack

Clark & Regina Anderson 325 W. 11th Street PO Box 135 Bicknell IN 47512 812-735-2116....................Fax: 812-735-5056 Retail/Merchandiser

Sports Haven Engraving

Cindy Thacker 2402 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2288................Fax: (812) 882-0144 Signs/Engraving/Speciality Gifts

St. Clair Place, Inc. Mick Koenig PO BOX 301 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-5412 www.stclairplace.com VU STUDENT APTS.

Starbucks Coffee Company

Jay Winburn 2605 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-396-8500 www.starbucks.com purveyor of the finest coffee

Stradtner, Rowland & Associates, Inc

Kevin Rowland 518 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4254................Fax: (812) 886-1337 LAND SURVEYING & ENGINEERING

Sturm, Smith & Parmenter

Gregory Sturm 312 Main Street PO BOX 393 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1303................Fax: (812) 886-0786 ATTORNEY AT LAW

Subway Sandwiches & Salads 1820 Hart Street PO BOX 703 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-5566 RESTAURANT

Dr. Phillip Summers

1143 N. Honeysuckle Drive Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8525 BOOSTER

Super 8 Motel

Rish 609 Shirlee Street Vincennes In 47591 812-882-5101 Motel

Ron Murfee 626 Kimmell Road, PO Box 415 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-5574 Automobile Dealership

United Insurance Services, Inc

Superior

Joanna & Darrell Bateman 1645 Ritterskamp Vincennes IN 47591 812-887-2811 Distrubuter of Commercial/ Industrial Matting

Superior Essex

Bob Koch 1299 E. Essex Road Vincennes IN 47512 (812) 882-8108

Mike Durnil 509 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3560.............Fax: (812) 885-2383 (800) 467-2106 www.unitedins.com INSURANCE Knox Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full-service independent agency, founded in 1903. Providing Business, Farm and Personal Insurance; Bonds; Life and Health Insurance; and Annuities.

Urology Specialist

Sure Clean, Inc.

Ron Primus 1216 Washington Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-5589................Fax: (812) 886-6447 (800) 256-4635 CARPET & RESTORATION CLEANING

Sutton Heating & Cooling, Inc.

Holly Sutton 2563 S. Old Decker Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3333................Fax: (812) 886-0077 (888) 584-7579 HEAT & AIR CONDITIONING/ CONTRACTOS, UTILITY CONTR T

TanFastic Hair Connection Cathy Houch 1415 N. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-6464 Hair, Tanning, Nail

TDS TELECOM - SANDBORN

Robert Warnick PO Box 186 New Richmond IN 47967 (888) 837-2154................Fax: (812) 694-9911 www.tdstelecom.com UTILITIES

Thompson Family Clinic

William Thompson, DO 1201 Main Street PO BOX Monroe City IN 47557 (812) 743-4113................Fax: (812) 743-2748 HEALTHCARE

Towerbridge Technologies Tim Trotter 214 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4533 www.towerbridgetech.com COMPUTER SERVICES

Town & Country Landscapes, Inc. Travis Ruppel 1603 Hart Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-890-8762 LANDSCAPE/CONTRACTORS

Tracy Electric

Robert Tracy 1308 Jefferson Street Lawrenceville IL 62439 (618) 943-2243................Fax: (618) 943-3368 (888) 363-3573 www.tracyelectric.com Electrical/HVAC Contractor

Trent Auto Sales, Inc.

Tricia Trent 1327 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3772................Fax: (812) 882-1986 AUTOMOBILE/DEALERS

Tri-State Bearing

Uehelbor Pontiac-GMC-Cadillac

Walter Vieke 1609 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-2711................Fax: (812) 882-0322 (800) 467-1336 INDUSTRIAL/EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Jackie Sievers 200 S 6TH ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4320................Fax: (812) 882-2706 HEALTHCARE V

Valle Cash -n-Carry

Dale Barrix 310 S 4TH ST PO BOX 576 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8730..................Fax: 812-882-0530 FOOD/WHOLESHALE/ WEDDING & PARTY SUPPLIES

Valley Electric Supply Corporation

Richard Cannon 1361 N SR 67 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7860................Fax: (812) 882-7893 www.vesupply.com ELECTRICAL/SUPPLIES

Vectren Corporation

William Hoke 609 Busseron Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1880...............Fax: (812) 885-1561 1-800-277-1376 www.vectren.com UTILITIES

Charles Vieck, DDS

Dr. Charles Vieck, DDS 12 S. 4th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9484................Fax: (877) 882-9528 HEALTHCARE

Villwock Farms

Don Villwock 15810 E SR 358 Edwardsport IN 47528 (812) 735-5450................Fax: (812) 735-5036 AGRICULTURE

Vincennes Beauty College

Pam Garrison 12 S. 2nd Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1086................Fax: (812) 882-2333 SCHOOLS

Vincennes Central Business District, Inc. EB Hendrix 223 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Vincennes City Council

Mark Hill 203 Vigo Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6426................Fax: (812) 886-3406 www.vincennes.org GOVERNMENT

Vincennes Civitan Club PO Box 182 Vincennes IN 47591 civic organization

Vincennes Community School Corporation

Doug Rose 300 North 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4844................Fax: (812) 885-1427 SCHOOLS

Vincennes Ford, Inc

Vincennes University-Broadcasting

Vincennes Golf Club

Vincennes UniversityBusiness & Workforce Assistance

Tom Betz 3467 South Keller Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-0820................Fax: (812) 885-2688 AUTOMOBILE DEALERSHIP 1364 North Hillcrest Road Vincennes IN 47591 812-895-1020 vincennesgolf.com Golf Course

Vincennes Housing Authority

Phil Smith 1200 N SECOND ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-4135................Fax: (812) 882-2237 RADIO/TEVLEVISION

Brent Woolwine PO BOX 887 Vincennes IN 47591 812-888-5299....................Fax: 812-888-5292 Pathways/Job Assessments

Allen Clark 501 Hart Street PO BOX 1636 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5494................Fax: (812) 882-7663 GOVERNMENT

Vincennes University-Foundation

Vincennes Industrial Supply

Vincennes Universtiy

Mike Boyer 102 Executive Blvd. Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5210..................Fax: 812-885-2024 INDUSTRIAL/EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES

Vincennes Insurance Agency James Franklin 903 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9100 INSURANCE

Vincennes Insurance Agency William Henry 903 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9100 INSURANCE

Vincennes Orthopaedic Surgery Clinc

Jeff Glossor 1019 Bayou Street PO BOX 313 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6972.............Fax: (812) 885-2371 www.orthodrs.com HEALTHCARE Our board-certified surgeons, in-clinic physical therapy, and caring staff make Vincennes Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic the best choice for all your orthopaedic needs. Serving Vincennes and surround ing communities for over 30 years.

Vincennes Radiology Dr. John Mathis PO BOX 1466 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6717 HEALTHCARE

Vincennes Staffing Services

Jeri Smith 1340 Main Street Suite A Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-4006................Fax: (812) 886-1086 (888) 702-4006 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Vincennes Sun-Commerical

Vickie Palmer 702 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-9955................Fax: (812) 885-2235 (800) 876-9955 www.suncommercial.com NEWSPAPERS

Vincennes Surgey Center Mindy Vieck 300 N. 1st Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-6063 Surgery center

Vincennes Tractor, inc

Rick Linenburg 3971 S OLD HWY 41 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5750...............Fax: (812) 882-0943 (800) 333-4020 www.vincennestractor.com FARM EQUIPMENT

Vincennes UniversityStudent Enrollment

1002 N. 1ST STREET Vincennes IN 47591 812-888-4359..................... Fax: 812-8885707 UNIVERSITY

Bumper Hostletter 1002 N FIRST ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-4510................Fax: (812) 888-5942 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS Dick Helton,President 1002 N FIRST ST Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-4208................Fax: (812) 888-6845 www.vinu.edu SCHOOLS

Vincennes Universtiy-Alumni

Jennifer Gilmore 1002 N FIRST ST, DC-38 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 888-4354................Fax: (812) 888-5942 (800) 945-2586 www.vinu.edu/alumni CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Vincennes Water Utilities

Kirk Bouchie 403 Busseron Street PO BOX 749 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-7877................Fax: (812) 882-9206 www.vinutilities.com UTILITIES

Vincennes Welding

Bruce Cooper 923 North 13th Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-9682 FABRICATION/WELDING * Welding-All Types * Custom Fabrication * Steel * Aluminum * Stainless * Shearing, Rolling, Bending and Machine Shop Services * Certified Welders-Pipe & Structural * Service Trucks for Outcalls

Vincennes/Knox Co. Convention & Visitors Bureau

Shyla Beam 102 N 3RD ST PO BOX 602 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0400..................Fax: 812-885-0033 (800) 886-6443 www.vincennescvb.org Tourism

Vincennes/Knox Co. Preservation Foundation Alan Snyder PO BOX 173 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3554 CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS W

Wabash Christian Academy

Eric Miller/Angie Davis 1818 McKinley Avenue, PO Box 11 Vincennes IN 47591 812-882-9822 EDUCATION/PRIVATE

Wabash Diagnostic Imaging, LLC

Diana Ford 328 N. 2nd Street Vincennes, IN 47591 812-882-8252..................Fax: (812) 895-5636 HEALTHCARE - OUTPATIENT SERV

Wabash Foodservice

Jayne Young 1075 E Ramsey Road PO BOX 576 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6066................Fax: (812) 882-8371 (800) 742-9263 FOOD/WHOLESALE

Wabash Parts Center

Richard Schroeder 30 N. 7th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9450................Fax: (812) 882-7752 AUTOMOBILE/PARTS & ACCESSORIES

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Index of Advertisers Advertiser................................................................................................................... Page # Ameriprise Financial...............................................................................................................22 Anthis Heating & Air Conditioning..........................................................................................10 Best Buy Home Furnishings...................................................................................................13 Best One Tire & Service of Vincennes....................................................................................31 Bill Bobe’s Pizzeria...................................................................................................................4 Peabody (Air Quality Mine).......................................................................................................7 Blue Eyes Photography, LLC...................................................................................................14 Bratens Steaks • Pasta • Pizza.............................................................................................20 Bridge Point Health Campus..................................................................................................33 Cardinal Liquors / Par-T-Pac..................................................................................................25 Colonial Assisted Living Community.......................................................................................19 Crestview Northpoint Senior Services, LLC............................................................................23 Duesterberg Drug Co., Inc......................................................................................................34 Duke Energy...........................................................................................................................20 Dumes, Inc................................................................................................................................4 Emison Doolittle Kolb & Roellgen.............................................................................................4 Ewing Printing Co., Inc............................................................................................................26 Eyeworks..................................................................................................................................2 F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors.............................................................................Inside Front Cover F.C. Tucker Emge Realtors – Robin Montgomery...................................................................16 First Baptist Church of Vincennes..........................................................................................12 First Church of God...................................................................................................................7 First Financial Bank................................................................................................................25 Fords the Art of Photography.................................................................................................27 Fortner Pest Control...............................................................................................................31 Fulton Glass Inc......................................................................................................................34 Gatti’s Pizza............................................................................................................................24 Good Samaritan Breast Care Center...........................................................Outside Back Cover Good Samaritan Home Care Services......................................................................................4 Grundman.................................................................................................................................7 Guardian Angel Home Health Care, Inc...................................................................................24 H&R Floor Covering Inc...........................................................................................................27 Homes Plumbing Supply, Inc..................................................................................................14 Kemper CPA Group L.L.P.........................................................................................................27 Klein Realty & Auction............................................................................................................21 Knox County Development Corporation..................................................................................10 Knox County Insurance.............................................................................................................7 Knox County Public Library....................................................................................................14 M&S Floor Covering................................................................................................................33 Meeks Real Estate – Beth Meeks..........................................................................................25 Meeks Real Estate – Jan Parsons............................................................................................9 Mouzin Brothers Farms..........................................................................................................12 Myszak + Palmer Architects..................................................................................................32 Niehaus Companies, Inc.........................................................................................................32 Office Connection...................................................................................................................33 Old National Bank.....................................................................................................................2 PACE Community Action Agency, Inc........................................................................................4 Regions...................................................................................................................................19 Rex’s Body Shop.....................................................................................................................33 Robert George & Associates...................................................................................................22 S&S Trailer Sales, Inc..............................................................................................................10 Screen Printing Plus...............................................................................................................33 Southwest Indiana Network for Education.............................................................................12 Tracy Electric Inc....................................................................................................................13 Valley Electric Supply.............................................................................................................10 Vincennes Community Schools..............................................................................................23 Vincennes • Knox County Convention & Visitors Bureau.......................................................33 Vincennes Ford.......................................................................................................................13 Vincennes Orthopaedic Surgery Clinic, Inc...............................................................................1 Vincennes Surgery Center......................................................................................................34 Vincennes University..................................................................................... Inside Back Cover Wabash Diagnostic Imaging.....................................................................................................2 Wabash Parts Corp.................................................................................................................10 Waggoner Farms Premier Driving Range...............................................................................36 Wells Fargo Home Mortgage..................................................................................................23 Westaff.....................................................................................................................................9 Winder Mutual Fire Insurance Co...........................................................................................31 WIN Energy REMC..................................................................................................................25

40 Knox County Chamber of Commerce

Wabash Steel

WorkOne

Wabash Valley Eye Center

WTWO-TV

Lori Gillett 2007 Oliphant Drive PO BOX 236 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-4550................Fax: (812) 882-4525 MANUFACTURERS Leslie Valiant Don Browley 2020 Clearview Drive PO BOX 924 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-9600.............Fax: (812) 882-2944 (800) 456-EYES www.202clearview.com OPTOMETRISTS Wabash Valley Eye Center is a high-quality medical facility which uses state-of-the-art equipment for the detection and diagnosis of many eye health problems.

Wabash Valley Growers, Inc.

Anita Fields 715 S. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0766................Fax: (812) 886-1333 PRODUCE/WHOLESALE

Wabash Valley Skin Care Center

Leslie Valiant 2020 Clearview Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-885-2812....................Fax: 812-228-2944 Skin Care

Waggoner Farms Premier Range Charlie Waggoner 2126 North Old Hwy 41 Vincennes IN 47591 812-885-0552 Driving Range

Wal-mart

Keith Peacock 650 Kimmel Road Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-0312................Fax: (812) 886-3909 DEPARTMENT STORES

WAOV,WZDM,WUZR,WWBL RADIO

Mark Lange PO BOX 242 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-6060..................Fax: 812-885-2604 Advertising/Media

Wells Fargo

Deborah Ditata 11 S. E. 3rd Street Washington IN 47501 (812) 882-4242..................Fax: 812-254-4682 FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

Wendy’s Old Fashion Hamburgers Manager 2523 N. 6th Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1125 RESTAURANTS

Westaff Services

Brittney Kirwer 626 Veterans Drive Vincennes IN 47591 812-885-9076....................Fax: 812-885-9079 EMPLOYMENT SERVICES

Widner Mutual Fire Insurance Associations PO BOX 27 Freelandville IN 47535 (812) 328-2133................Fax: (812) 328-2133 INSURANCE

Willow Manor

Carol Davis Tammy Davison 1321 Willow Street Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-1136.............Fax: (812) 882-7321 HEALTHCARE Willow Manor is located just three blocks from Good Samaritan Hospital. We are easily accessible from the highway on 1321 Willow St. We provide physical, occupational and speech therapies.

WIN ENERGY REMC

Thomas Gregory 3981 S US Highway 41 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-5140................Fax: (812) 886-0306 (800) 882-5140 www.winenergyremc.com UTILITIES

David Todd 310 N. 2nd Street PO BOX 430 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-8770................Fax: (812) 882-4535 www.workonevincennes.org EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Pam Biddle PO Box 299 10849 US Hwy 41 Farmersburg IN 47850 812-696-2121....................Fax: 812-696-2718 mywabashvalley.com Broadcasting Y

YMCA

Brenda Cummins 2010 College Avenue Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 882-3828................Fax: (812) 882-3947 www.vincennesymca.org CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS

Dirk Yoder, CPA

Dirk Yoder 707 Busseron Street PO BOX 883 Vincennes IN 47591 (812) 886-5714................Fax: (812) 886-5715 ACCOUNTANTS/CERTIFIED PUBLIC Z

Zander’s Gourmet Ice Cream & Coffee Michael Weber 315 Main Street Vincennes IN 47591 812-886-0380....................Fax: 812-882-6741 Ice Cream, Coffee & Gelato