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July, 2009 VINCENNES, INDIANA, USA info@vincennesvoice.com |
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Read poetry by: Contributions to Poet’s Corner are welcome! Send poetry by e-mail to info@vincennesvoice.com, or send by postal mail to P.O. Box 684, Vincennes, IN 47591. |
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Contact: Vincennes Voice P.O. Box 684 Vincennes, IN 47591 |
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“Those who deny freedom from others deserve it not for themselves.” Abraham Lincoln |
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In Review |
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LHS Class of 1984 is planning their 25th reunion. We are looking for some classmates. More.
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Adopt a pet from the Vincennes Pet Port. Call 812-882-8826 today! |
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Adopt a pet! |
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LHS Class of 1959 is planning the 50th anniversary reunion during Homecoming 2009. More. |
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‘A Salute to World War II’ |
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Photo by STEVE LaROCHE Fawn and soybean breakfast, Knox County, Indiana. |
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By Doug Carroll |
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Nancy Schmitt |
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Another birthday is coming my way. Whew! The old saying time flies is so true, and I was reminded of it today. More. |
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‘Old faithful’ |
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Knox County Cure Tour |
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Fight Cancer with Pride—Let’s Ride |
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“A Scenic Bicycle Ride Through Knox County”
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Send your photos to info@vincennesvoice.com
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The George Rogers Clark National Historical Park is inviting children of all ages out to join park staff and volunteers for days of hands-on learning and fun. More. |
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Summer Junior Ranger Series at GRC Park |
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Vincennes / Knox Preservation Foundation, V/KPF, invited the Historic Landmarks Foundation of Indiana to help with a new downtown architectural walking tour and brochure for Vincennes. And V/KPF is opening the educational opportunity to all who are interested. More. |
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How to research local treasures July 7 |
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Fair time! |
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MARY CLARK SOUGHT HER FREEDOM -- Eunice Brewer-Richardson, above at right, Dale Phillips, left, and Jeremy Hackerd (hidden), unveil the historical marker honoring Mary Bateman Clark on June 27. Brewer-Richardson was the driving force in getting the marker placed on the grounds of the Knox County Courthouse She is the great-great-great-granddaughter of Mary Bateman Clark, who in 1821 sought her freedom from indentured servitude in a Knox County Court. Her appeal to the Indiana Supreme Court overturned that decision and freed Mary Clark. The case set a precedent in that no person could be held in indentured servitude or slavery. More. |
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Vincennes Stage Door Canteen |
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Travels to Senegal |
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Follow Vincennes University art professor Rachel Ray during her trip to Senegal this summer. Rachel earned a Fullbright-Hays Seminar Abroad Grant earlier this year to study art and culture in the West African nation. Read about Rachel’s adventures on her travel blog: rachelinsenegal.
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Professor to keep blog on travels
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Food, fun, fireworks to mark the Fourth |
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Vincennes’ Fourth of July Celebration will feature food, fun, and fireworks over the Wabash River. The Celebration began Thursday with a carnival located at the Municipal Parking Lot along Vigo Street, between Third and Fourth Streets. An eclectic selection of food and drinks will be available from vendors at the Riverfront Pavilion in downtown Vincennes Saturday, before and after the annual Fourth of July Parade, scheduled this year for 7:30 p.m. A local band, the Fender Benders, will perform at the Riverfront Pavilion following the parade. The Vincennes American Legion Post 73 will present its annual fireworks show at dusk Saturday. The Legion is still requesting donations to help pay for the cost of the fireworks display. Donations should be sent to Vincennes American Legion Post 73, P.O. Box 823, Vincennes, IN 47591.
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Photo by Bernie Schmitt Carnival joy Lisa Bloebaum and her children, Luke and Jenna, zoom down a giant slide at the carnival along Vigo Street in downtown Vincennes. |
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Photo by Bernie Schmitt OTP to present ‘Gypsy’ Old Town Players Community Theater will present the musical “Gypsy,” July 9012 and July 16-19. Starring in this hit musical are Ashley Boone (Rose), Victoria Bruner (Louise), Jason Keller (Pastey), and Jeremy Yates (Cigar). For tickets call the OTP box office at 812-882-1639. More.
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Harry Meeks has been named interim athletic director at Vincennes University, with his duties beginning July 1. More. |
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Meeks named interim athletic director at VU |
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Thanks to a grant from the Lilly Endowment to promote technology based-internships, 39 Vincennes University students are gaining valuable career experience this summer. More. |
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VU students get internships, experience |
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Neighborhood Watch meeting July 6 |
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There will be a Neighborhood Watch meeting at 7 p.m., Monday, July 6, at the Salvation Army, 2300 N. Second St. in Vincennes. Please bring a list of issues from your area. There will be a guest speaker, and we will discuss upcoming events. Remember: We look out for each other.
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The Vincennes Street and Sanitation Dept. will be closed BOTH Friday and Saturday, July 3-4, in observance of Independence Day. Home recycling normally picked up on Friday will be canceled for the week. The recycling center will also be closed. |
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By Red Skelton |
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