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VU Fall Classes Start Today
Fall semester classes begin today at Vincennes University's various campuses in Vincennes and elsewhere across the state. In Vincennes, students spent the weekend moving back into various University dorms, in preparation for this first week of classes. A series of activities are planned for both new and returning stude...
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ISP Arrest Washington Man on Drug Charges
An Indiana State Trooper arrested a Washington man on drug charges Friday morning following a traffic stop for driving with expired plates near Center Street and NE 11th Street in Washington. Police say 50-year-old Martin Hoevel was not wearing a s...
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Small Business Help Deadline Set for September 16th
Eligible small businesses, private non-profit organizations, homeowners and renters in Indiana of the September 16th deadline to apply for low interest federal disaster loans to offset losses from physical damage caused by the severe storms and flooding that occurred June 28th through July 2nd. ...
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Gas Price Down Slightly ln Indiana
The Triple-A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Sunday stood at $3.21 a gallon, two cents lower than Saturday and seven cents higher than Sunday's national average. It was also six cents higher than a week ago, a penny higher th...
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Powerball Drawing Over 600 Million Dollars Now
The biggest Powerball jackpot of the year has just gotten larger. Nobody matched all six numbers in Saturday night's drawing, so the 565-million-dollar jackpot rolls over to an estimated 605-million dollars in tonight's (Monday night's) drawing. &e...
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Edwardsport Man Arrested on Drug Charges Over Weekend
An Edwardsport man was arrested over the weekend on various drug charges following a traffic stop on State Road 67 near Church Road, Deputies discovered 39 year-old Joshua Barmes allegedly possessed meth, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia. He is also charged with marijuana dealing and legend drug deception. Barmes was ...
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SR 67 Closure Planned Today Near Edwardsport
The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 67, north of Edwardsport in Knox County, is scheduled to be closed today (Monday) for a small structure repair project. The highway will be shut down between East Farmstead Road and East Hammelman Road through the end of Septem...
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SR 231 Near Bloomfield to Close Today for Asphalt Work
The Indiana Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures on U.S. 231/State Road 54 near Bloomfield in Greene County are scheduled to begin today (Monday) for asphalt patching work. The lane closures will take place between the White River Bridge and the town limi...
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Sports Calendar Fills Up for Today
Today brings a heavy load on the local sports scene.. The Lincoln Volleyball teams open up on the road at Linton beginning at six. The Lincoln tennis team also plays at Linton at five. The Lincoln and Rivet Golf teams play at the Sullivan Elks course at 4:30. The North Knox Girls soccer team hosts Rivet at 5:30 and you...
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Recall Out for DG Instant Coffee
Dollar General is recalling three lots of its eight-ounce Clover Valley instant coffee due to possible glass contamination. The FDA says the coffee was sold between July 9th and 21st in every U.S. state except Alaska and Hawaii. &...
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John Wildman, 70, Washington
John Mark Wildman, a man known for his infectious laughter and warm, engaging personality, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, in his hometown of Washington, Indiana, the same place where he began his journey on February 8, 1955. Mark's life was a testament to the impact that a friendly and handy individual could...
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Angela Hamilton, 65, Vincennes
Angela M. Hamilton, age 65, passed away peacefully at home with family by her side on August 13, 2025. Angie lived a very courageous life. Born in 1960, to Richard J. Burke and Mitzi (Charles Perkins). Angie was Raised to Life in 2011, baptized as a devoted member of Thursday Church. Her Mother, Father, and brother, Ri...
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Mary Studley, 86, Vincennes
Mary E. Studley, 86, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away at Gentry Park Memory Care Unit, Bloomington, Indiana on August 14, 2025. Mary was born on August 22, 1938, to Ralph B. and Mary C. (Haines) Studley in Vincennes, Indiana. Mary is a 1956 graduate of Vincennes Lincoln High School and attended First United Methodist...
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Mariann Hulen, 87, Sandborn
Mariann "Spangle" Hulen, age 87, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away August 13, 2025, at Good Samaritan in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on November 19, 1937, in Bicknell, Indiana, to Edward and Hilda "Richter" Spangle. Mariann graduated from Sandborn High School in 1955. She furthered her career, ...
Aug 15, 2025
Spencer Whittington, 88, Vincennes
Spencer Clifford Whittington, passed away on August 11, 2025, at the age of 88, in Vincennes, Indiana. Born on May 16, 1937, in Portland, Indiana, to Ruby M. Freeman Whittington and Spencer M. Whittington. Spencer was a father of five, grandfather to eight and great-grandfather to four. He is survived by his 5 children...
Aug 14, 2025
Joseph Ray Patterson, 83, Vincennes
Joseph Ray Patterson, age 83, went to be with the Lord on August 7, 2025, at Poplar Nursing Facility in Loogootee, Indiana. He was born on January 26, 1942, at Loogootee, Indiana, to John Francis and Ruby Agnes (Scott) Patterson. He had three children, Paula Rene Patterson, and twin sons, Terry (Chris) and Larry (Tonya...
Aug 12, 2025

Taylor Hendershot, 30, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Taylor Danielle Hendershot on August 5, 2025, at the young age of 30. Taylor was born on March 22, 1995, in Evansville, IN the daughter of Jeff Hendershot and Stacey DeBuisseret. Taylor was a vibrant and creative spirit who touched the lives of everyone who knew h...
Aug 11, 2025

Jerry McCord, 85, Vincennes
Jerry F. McCord, 85, of Vincennes, Indiana was reunited with his wife and Heavenly Father, on August 5, 2025. He was born in Knox County, Indiana on August 25, 1939, to the late Roy and Beatrice McCord. Jerry married the love of his life, Helen McCarter, on August 31, 1957. In his early years Jerry enjoyed playing bask...
Aug 07, 2025

Marvin Ross, 67, Lawrenceville
Marvin Brent Ross passed away at the age of 67 in Lawrenceville, Illinois, on August 4, 2025. Born on January 7, 1958, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Marvin Dean and Mary Joan "Wolfe" Ross, Marvin was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and brother whose kindness and humor brought joy to all who knew him. Marv...
Aug 05, 2025
Nancy Johnson, 85, Linton
Nancy "Smith" McGlone Johnson, a cherished matriarch and friend to all, passed away on August 3, 2025, in Linton, Indiana. Born on July 8, 1940, in Edwardsport, Indiana, she walked through life with a wisdom, love, and friendliness that touched everyone she met. Nancy's life was steeped in love and dedication...
Aug 05, 2025
Will Prather 90, Vincennes
Will Mason Prather, 90, of Vincennes Indiana, passed away on August 1, 2025, after an extended battle with Chronic Lung Disease. Will was born on January 25th, 1935, to Willie B and Ruby Prather in Garrard County Kentucky. Will married the love of his life, Alda Mae Goley. Those who knew Will professionally recognized ...
Aug 04, 2025

Thomas Powers, 67, Washington
Thomas Lee Powers, a cherished brother, uncle, and friend, passed away on July 29, 2025, at the age of 67 in Washington, Indiana, leaving a legacy filled with laughter, craftsmanship, and a profound love for his community. Born on February 6, 1958, in Gary, Indiana, Thomas navigated life's challenges with strength and ...
Aug 01, 2025

Vincennes Sports for Friday
The Vincennes 10-year 0ld Green team will play a Cal Ripken World Series Championship quarterfinal game against fellow Indiana team Crown Point . The game is set for 11:15 this morning; the winner will play in the tournament semifinals this evening. You can hear all the Vincennes Green action through the TOC Sports Net...
Aug 15, 2025

Knox County Sports Update for Thursday
Tournament play began on Wednesday at the Cal Ripken 10-year-old World Series at the Vincennes Cub League Complex. The Vincennes White Squad lost to West Raleigh, North Carolina 15-0. The Vincennes Greens begin tournament play this morning at 11:15 against the same West Raleigh team. You can watch the live stream at wz...
Aug 14, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesady
At the Cal Ripken 10-year-old World Series, the Vincennes Green moved to 2-1 in pool play after beating the Philippines 16-1. The Vincennes White lost to Meridian, Idaho 10-0. Action today has the Vincennes Green playing Lynden, Washington at 6pm while the Vincennes White takes on Germany at 8:15. The Vincennes 14U All...
Aug 12, 2025

Vincennes 14's 1-1 in Pool Play with 9-3 Loss to Host Team Hot Springs
The Vincennes 14 year-old World Series team is now 1-1 in pool play, after losing to the home team Hot Springs Arkansas, 9-3 yesterday. That makde the 14's 1-1 in pool play in that series. The 14's get their next chance this afternoon, when the face 2-0 Tallahassee, Florida; game time is 12;30 Eastern time.
Aug 11, 2025

Vincennes Teams Split in Cal Ripken Games on Sunday
Yesterday, the Vincennes Green team went to 1-1 with a 16-3 victory over Mineral Area, Missouri. The White team slipped to 0-2 as they fall 7-1 to Lineville, Alabama. Today, the Vincennes White team plays Meridian, Idaho with the Green team playing a squad from the Philippines. Those games will be back to back on the G...
Aug 11, 2025

Cal Ripken World Series Play Begins!
Play got underway on Saturday at the Cal Ripken 10-year-old World Series at the Vincennes League Complex. The Vincennes Green Team lost its opener to Freetown/Lakeview Massachusetts 2-0. The Vincennes White also lost to Newtown , Connecticut 6-0. Action today has the Vincennes Green playing Mineral Area, Missouri at 11...
Aug 10, 2025

Vincennes Sports Roundup for Friday
The two Vincennes teams will play pool games from tomorrow to Tuesday, August 12th. Both the Vincennes Green and Vincennes White teams will play back to back all four days. Tomorrow and Sunday, the two teams will play at 11:15 and 1:30. On Saturday, the Vincennes Green team will start things with a game against Freetow...
Aug 08, 2025

Goal Accomplished: 14 Year-olds Ready for Trip to Babe Ruth World Series
Community members have stepped up, and halped the Vincennes Babe Ruth 14 year-old World Series team meet their fund-raising goal. The team's GoFundMe page reports 10-thousand, 250 dollars in donations for this week's trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas for the coming Series. The team's goal was ten-thousand dollars. The GoFu...
Aug 05, 2025

Vincennes 14's Raising Funds for World Series Trip
Members of the 14 year-old Vincennes Cal Ripken team are still raising funds for their trip to the World Series in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The team won their recent Ohio Valley Regional tournament to qualify for the international event. Anyone wishing to give to the effort may donate to the team by dropping off a check ...
Aug 01, 2025

Vincennes Cal Ripken World Series Teams' Games Set
The schedule has been set for the coming 10 year-old Cal Ripken World Series. The games will be played on Joe Bilskie Senior Field, Earl Lawson Field, and Matt Minderman Field in the Cob League complex. The two Vincennes teams will play pool games from Saturday, August ninth to Tuesday, August 12th. Both the Vincennes ...
Jul 28, 2025

NK Warrior Basketball Camp Starts Today
The North Knox boys' annual summer skills basketball camp will be held today through August first for grades 1 to 4. The camp will be held at North Knox Junior-Senior High School. More information is available by contacting North Knox Head Coach Josh Adams.
Jul 28, 2025
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IDF chief announces plan for 'next phase' of Hamas war
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Gal Gadot joins hostage families in Israel amid nationwide movement to end Gaza war
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Former Russian Miss Universe contestant, 30, dies after elk smashes through windshield
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Two vacationers drown at Carnival's new Bahamas private island
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South Korea's move to lower tensions with Kim Jong Un threatens 400,000 Christians
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Chris Pratt shares rare photos marking son Jack's milestone 13th birthday
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Halle Berry slips into red lingerie on tropical birthday holiday
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Terence Stamp, General Zod in 'Superman' and 'Billy Budd,' dead at 87
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Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson regretted being blocked from band's hit song: book
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Billy Joel to close Long Island motorcycle shop, auction off collection due to brain disorder diagnosis
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