WAKO News

Halloween weekend is here and here is a reminder of the local trick-or-treat hours………………………..Vincennes- Fri and Sat 5 till 8 p.m. Eastern

Olney Central College has announced that it is ready for the startup of it’s new Welding and Fabrication Associate Degree program next fall with the completion of a new state-of-the-art lab

The Dr. N. Phillip Shelton Humanitarian Award will be presented this weekend to the 2020 recipient-Knox County Health Officer and longtime physician Dr. Alan Stewart. Stewart is being recognized

The Illinois Secretary of States Office is reminding the public that expirations for license plate stickers are set to end this Sunday November 1st. They can be renewed online at

The Illinois State Fire Marshalls Office is reminding Lawrence County and other area residents to test, check the expiration dates and replace the batteries in home smoke alarms as daylight saving

The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 6,363 new cases of coronavirus across the state Thursday with 56 additional deaths. Deaths were recorded in southeastern Illinois in Clark, Clay,

A Vincennes man was arrested by the Indiana State Police on multiple drug charges Thursday night. Around 8 p.m. Eastern Time troopers responded to a tip about illegal drug activity at a residence

Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes has been recognized by the Indiana Hospital Association for it’s commitment to infant and maternal health. The medical facility was lauded at the 1st

The Illinois State Department of Public Health Wednesday reported 6,110 new cases of coronavirus across the state with 51 more deaths. The Lawrence County Health Department was notified of 11 local

The Illinois State Police in conjunction with local and area law enforcement agencies will have an increased patrol presence this upcoming Halloween weekend. The additional manpower is being