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KC Commissioners Continue Forward Toward Three-Phase Space Re-Allocation Process
The Knox County Commissioners are moving forward in the design process for the first part of an overall space re-allocation process for County buildings. The initial project will be construction of an Emergency Operations Center on the former Poor Farm grounds near Vincennes. The office is planned to hold Knox County C...
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I-V Conservation Efforts in Place at Good Samaritan, Due to Hurricane Assistance
Due to recent damage caused by Hurricane Helene, there is a nationwide shortage of IV fluids impacting health systems across the country, including Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. Good Samaritan says it is implementing what it calls "proactive conservation efforts aligned ...
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Agro-Renew Officials Update City on Progress-- and Concerns
Agro-Renew founder Brian Southern gave an update, and a priority list, during Monday night's City Council session. Southern was there as part of a set of addresses praising the work of downtown Vincennes' Pantheon Business Theatre. Southern says Vincennes' vision-- including the Pantheon's assistance-- led to the idea ...
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Whooping Cough Levels Reaching Record HIghs
The CDC says that whooping cough cases have surged to record levels since 2014. CDC data shows four times as many cases this year compared to last. Babies under a year old are at greatest risk of developing whooping cough and having severe compli...
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Car Seat Safety Clinic Coming to DCH
Daviess Community Hospital is offering a free car seat clinic on Tuesday, October 29th, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the hospital parking lot across the street from Heartland OB/GYN. The clinic will provide families with an opportunity to ensure their child's car seat is safely installed by ...
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U-S 231 Lane Restrictions Planned South of Loogootee
The Indiana Department of Transportation says lane closures are planned for U.S. 231 in Martin County. Beginning on or around Friday, crews will begin lane closures just south of Loogootee, between County Road 158 and County Road 100 South over Friends Creek. The lane closures will allow for a bridge overlay project. T...
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Vincennes City Council Renews 100-Thousand Dollar Donation to Pantheon
Vincennes City Council approved a 100-thousand dollar dedicated donation for the Pantheon Theater for the coming year. The amount is the same as Council gave for this year. That dedicated amount is part of an overall 150-thousand dollar line item for development assistance. Brian Grove moved to cut the dedicated amount...
Oct 16, 2024
New Van Go Fixed Bus Service Awaiting Financing to Get Going
Vincennes Van Go is awaiting further funding before starting a planned fixed bus route across Vincennes. Van Go officials told the Knox County Commissioners last night details on the final fixed route are awaiting final state grant approval to put the route in place. At this time, Van Go officials expect the new servic...
Oct 16, 2024
Frosty Morning in Place Today in Area
The National Weather Service has issued a Frost Advisory until 9:00 AM. Temperatures as low as 35 degrees are forecast for this area. Even with the frosty start of today, at this point, forecaster Jason Puma doesn't expect the frost to last past early Friday morning. Puma reminds everyone that frost could kill sensitiv...
Oct 16, 2024
Early Vote Centers in Place for Knox County Voters
Early voting continues for the 2024 general election. Early votes may be cast weekdays from eight to four at the lobby of the former Knox County Jail, across 8th Street from the Knox County Courthouse in Vincennes. In addition to the one weekday early voting location , two other vote centers will be open for early voti...
Oct 16, 2024
Alicia Carlisle, 58, Vincennes
Alicia Ann Carlisle, cherished wife, mother, daughter, and sister, went to her heavenly home on October 15, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and friends. Born on July 12, 1966, in Vincennes, IN, Alicia's warmth and kind spirit were evident from a young age. Sheattended North Knox High School where she was the Capt...
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Carol Miller, 92, Vincennes
Carol J. Miller, 92, of Vincennes passed away on October 9, 2024. He was born December 18, 1931 in Washington, IN to Clinton and Helen Miller. Carol married Carolyn Robb on July 28, 1951 and they just celebrated 73 years together. They enjoyed being with family and friends and riding their Red-Gold Wing motorcycle. Car...
Oct 15, 2024
Logan Grannan, 27, Washington
Logan Grannan, born on February 21, 1997, a man of great devotion, humor, and friendliness, was taken from us unexpectedly on October 6, 2024. Logan was a loving father, brother, son, nephew, grandson, and a cherished friend to many. Logan attended Washington High School and graduated from Pike Central High School, Cla...
Oct 11, 2024
Kayla Flaherty, 36, Vincennes
Kayla Alise (Goldman) Flaherty, a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints and a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant at Good Samaritan Hospital, passed away on October 4, 2024. Kayla was born on August 16, 1988 in Vincennes the daughter of Keith and Carol (Hedge) Goldman. Known for her activ...
Oct 09, 2024
Ruthie Adams, 71
Ruthie Jane "Walls" Adams, a beacon of kindness and joy to all who knew her, passed away on October 6, 2024, at the age of 71. Born on November 9, 1952, in Palestine, IN, Ruthie's life was one marked by warm laughter, enduring friendships, and an unwavering devotion to her family. A proud graduate of North Kn...
Oct 08, 2024
Emily Ellerman, 93, Vincennes
Emily L. Ellerman, a cherished matriarch and beacon of warmth in her community, passed away peacefully on October 4, 2024, at the age of 93 in Bicknell, Indiana at her home. Born on January 30, 1931, in Bruceville, Indiana, Emily was the loving daughter of the late Helen Hagen Faith and Charles Faith Sr. Her life was a...
Oct 07, 2024
Nan Leonard, 83, Washington
Nan Sharon Leonard, 83, of Washington, IN, went to her heavenly home on September 30, 2024. Nan was born in Washington, IN on May 23, 1941, to the late Melvin and Carley (McLemore) Leonard. She married Larry Gaither on July 3, 1960. Nan graduated from Washington High School and worked at Shoe World as a manager but spe...
Oct 06, 2024
Harley Pepmeier, 91, Vincennes
Harley Pepmeier, 91, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024 with his family by his side. Harley was born on October 11, 1932 in Freelandville, Indiana, to Arnold and Dorothy (Dyer) Pepmeier. He grew up in Bicknell, Indiana, with his parents and siblings: brothers Robert, Vernon, Edwin, and Donnie, and sister Carolyn...
Oct 04, 2024
Terry Everett, 59, Vincennes
Terry Neal Everett, aged 59, an individual of spirited nature and infectious humor, passed away on September 26, 2024, in Vincennes, IN. Born on January 15, 1965, at RAF Lakenheath, UK, Terry's life was characterized by an unwavering optimism that he carried into every facet of his existence. Terry grew up in a close-k...
Oct 01, 2024
Melva Reeve, 92, Vincennes
Melva Jean (Whitten) Reeve, 92, went home to be with Jesus at 12:51 am on Saturday, September 28, 2024. Melva was born on October 5, 1931 in Mt. Carmel, IL to Milton and Eunice (Witsman) Whitten, She was a stay-at-home mom in her children's early years. Melva began working as a telephone operator at Indiana Bell, and t...
Oct 01, 2024
Carolyn Pohl, 86. Oaktown
Carolyn Sue "Kotter" Pohl, aged 86, passed away peacefully in Oaktown, IN, on September 26, 2024. Born on May 19, 1938, in Vincennes, IN, to parents Christopher and Louvina "Richardville" Kotter, Carolyn lived a life marked by unwavering love and dedication to her family and community. Surrounded by...
Sep 29, 2024
Shirley Ann Wagoner, 87, Vincennes
Shirley Ann Wagoner, 87, a cherished matriarch and beacon of warmth in her community, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2024, in Washington, IN. Born on July 25, 1937, in Vincennes, IN, Shirley's life was a testament to her unwavering love for her family and her zest for life. Shirley's journey began as the belov...
Sep 26, 2024
Saturday Sports
The South Knox Boys Cross Country team finished second at the Barr-Reeve Invitational. The Host Vikings were first with 38 points followed by the Spartans at 42. Vincennes Lincoln finished 8th And North Knox 9th. Top finisher for South Knox was Issac Singleton who was second. Zach Woolard placed 7th and Ezra Anson 9th....
Oct 06, 2024
Friday Sports Report
In high school football action... Evansville North beat the Vincennes Lincoln Alices 28-12 in their homecoming game. Cooper Collins tossed A couple of touchdown passes for the Alices, one to Luke Lindsey and the other to Mac McCormick. The loss Drops Lincoln to 3-4 on the season. Evansville North moves to 3-4. Tough ni...
Oct 05, 2024
Sports Roundup for Thursday
It will be Vincennes Lincoln and South Knox in tonight's final of the Vincennes Tennis Sectional. In last nights semi-finals, the Alices beat Rivet 5-0. Posting singles wins for Lincoln were Joshua Clegg, Mabrey Fleck and Luke Hall. Also winning were the doubles teams of Joel Sanders and Jaden McCarter and the duo of...
Oct 03, 2024
Knox County Sports Recap for Wednesday
The Vincennes Lincoln volleyball team lost at Class 2-A number five Barr-Reeve 3-0. Matti Collins had 12 assists for the Alices while Kiaya Farrar added five kills. Barr-Reeve won the JV match 2-0. Ciarra Herron had seven digs for Lincoln. The South Knox Volleyball team lost at Evansville Christian 3-1. Morgan Ober...
Oct 02, 2024
Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Castle won the Girls golf Regional at Country Oaks with a team score of 317. Also advancing were Bedford North Lawrence who finished second and Evansville Memorial third. Barr-Reeve was fifth and Washington sixth. North Knox senior Brooklyn Sturgeon fired an 85 but fell short of the mark to advance. The pairings have...
Oct 01, 2024
Knox County Sports Roundup for Monday
The pairings have been drawn for the upcoming boys and girls' soccer sectionals. The sectionals Begin the week of October 7th. At the Washington 2-A Girls sectional... Vincennes Lincoln will play Southridge in the only match. The semi-finals will have Washington playing Gibson Southern and Princeton will take on the ...
Sep 30, 2024
Saturday Sports Update
In high school football, Vincennes Lincoln moves to 3-3 on the season after a 20-7 win over Evansville Harrison. Mac McCormick ran 12 times for 101 yards and two touchdowns plus a two-point conversion run to lead the Alices. Cooper Collins scored a rushing touchdown was four of six in the air for 57 yards. Princeton pi...
Sep 29, 2024
Friday Night Rain Delay Report
Rain washed out all area High School football games. So today's schedule. The 2-3 Lincoln Alices play host to 0-5 Evansville Harrison. Kick off is set for one this afternoon and you can hear the game on WZDM and watch the live stream on the TOC Sports Network at wzdm.com. The 2-3 North Knox Warriors travel to Princeton...
Sep 28, 2024
Postponement in Vincennes Lincoln-Harrison Game Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln High School football game with Harrison has been postponed to 1 pm tomorrow afternoon. That announcement made by L-H-S athletic director Chris Lancaster. You can hear the tame tomorrow afternoon on 92.1, WZDM.
Sep 27, 2024
Weather Permitting, Week Six of HS Football Planne Tonight
he High School football season shifts into week number six tonight and the Lincoln Alices celebrate homecoming against the Harrison Warriors. The Alices are 2-3 on the season while Harrison is winless in five tries. Kickoff from Inman Field is 7:30. Our pregame coverage and home coming activities begins at 6:40 on w...
Sep 27, 2024
Knox County Sports Recap for Friday
The South Knox Volleyball team beat North Knox 3-0. Caroline Beard had a triple double with 19 points, 12 kills and 17 digs. Bren Hill also a triple double with 11 points, 13 kills and 12 digs while Ava Steffy added 27 assists. For North Knox, Malli Lyons had 29 digs. South Knox won the JV match 2-0 with Gracie Lewi...
Sep 27, 2024
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Iran remembers Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar as a 'martyr' and 'model for the youth and children'
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the deadly Oct. 7, 2023, attack on Israel, was remembered Thursday as a martyr by Iran upon his death
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Sinwar's removal from battlefield is ‘significant,’ presents opportunity for cease-fire, State Department says
The State Department on Thursday said the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar presents an "opportunity" for a potential cease-fire and an end to the yearlong war.
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Italy bans overseas surrogacy for all citizens amid declining birthrate: 'A child is always a gift'
In a move which tightens a previous 2004 surrogacy ban, Italy has officially banned its citizens from seeking surrogates abroad in a new Senate bill passed on Wednesday.
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Former Mexican public security chief gets more than 38 years, $2M fine for taking cartel bribes
Mexico’s ex-public security secretary Genaro García Luna was sentenced to more than 38 years in prison and a $2 million fine for taking millions in bribes to protect the Sinaloa cartel.
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Roman-era graves found by homeowner during basement renovation project
During the winter of 2023-2024, archaeologists were called to a home in the suburbs of Paris after a homeowner discovered a skeleton during basement renovations.
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IDF investigating whether Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar was killed in Gaza operations
Israeli officials say Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may have been killed Thursday during military operations inside the Gaza Strip.
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US bombers strike Yemen weapons facilities controlled by Houthi forces
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. Austin III said the strikes targeted underground facilities that store various weapons components that Houthis use against civilians
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Taliban begins enforcing rule banning 'images of living beings' in Afghan media
The Taliban is preventing certain outlets from airing images of human beings or animals, according to officials. The rule pertains to certain provinces at the time being.
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A Christmas Island National Park travel guide where millions of colorful crabs migrate annually
From diving to birdwatching, there is a plethora of experiences to take part in at Christmas Island National Park. The red crab migration is one popular experience for tourists.
Oct 16, 2024
Biden admin outlaws Palestinian organization for funding terrorism: 'Sham charity'
Amid a massive increase in antisemitic incidents and attacks in the U.S. and Canada, both counties have sanctioned an organization accused of fundraising for Palestinian terror groups.
Oct 16, 2024
Martha Stewart claims it was 'very easy' to keep her affair during her marriage a secret
Martha Stewart claimed it was "very easy" to keep an affair during her marriage a secret all these years after revealing it for her documentary earlier this month.
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Jason Segel moved out of Hollywood to live in 'little country town' at height of success
"How I Met Your Mother" star Jason Segel talked this week about his decision to leave Los Angeles for a "small farm town" about 10 years ago.
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One Direction ‘devastated by’ Liam Payne’s death, say they 'will miss him terribly’
The band One Direction released a statement regarding Liam Payne's sudden death at 31 years old. The band is "completely devastated" by Payne's passing.
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Al Pacino never married to avoid 'entrance to the pain train'
Al Pacino has always "shied away" from marriage despite dating A-list actresses. "The Godfather" star has been romantically linked to Diane Keaton and most recently Noor Alfallah.
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'Blue Bloods' star Donnie Wahlberg says Tom Selleck cried watching emotional finale: ‘Waterworks turned on’
"Blue Bloods" star Donnie Wahlberg gave fans a glimpse of what they can expect for the crime drama's series finale after 14 years. Wahlberg shared the emotional moment he shared with co-star Tom Selleck.
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'Jeopardy!' fans blame Ken Jennings for robbing contestant after ‘messy’ answer
Fans of the beloved game show "Jeopardy!" argued that a "messy" answer during the final round was ruled correct unfairly.
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Mitzi Gaynor, 'South Pacific' star who worked with Frank Sinatra and Bing Crosby, dead at 93
Mitzi Gaynor, who starred alongside Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly and was known for her role in "South Pacific," died Thursday in LA. She was 93.
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Christina Hall slams 'outrageous' $65K spousal support claim from estranged husband: lawyer
Christina Hall's legal team claimed estranged husband Josh Hall requested $65,000 a month in spousal support in an Oct. 10 court filing. The two filed for divorce in July.
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One Direction singer Liam Payne's cause of death revealed in preliminary autopsy report
Liam Payne's preliminary autopsy report revealed the One Direction singer died due to "internal and external hemorrhage" after falling from a hotel balcony in Argentina.
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Zach Bryan doesn't like his 'country musician' label
"I Remember Everything" singer Zach Bryan says although he is called a "country musician," he doesn't want to be known as one.
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