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Vincennes Transplant Sentenced to 60 Years for Murder
A 60-year sentence was pinned on a Vincennes may yesterday, in the June 2023 murder of his daughter following a domestic dispute. 63 year-old Fritzner Antoine was living with his daughter when he stabbed her with a gold knife. Antoine allegedly admitted to police he did it because he was "disrespected," by be...
17h ago

Traffic Stop Leads to Princeton Woman's Arrest
Gibson County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Princeton woman on drug charges following a traffic stop on Gibson County Road 800 West. Officers found burnt marijuana in the possession of 40 year-old Kara Owens of Princeton. A further search turned up evidence of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. Owens is charged wi...
17h ago

Second Day of Culvert Paving Work Set for Hamlin Chapel Road
Today will marka second day of culvert paving for Hamlin Chapel Road. Knox County highway crews did not complete the job yesterday, so will do so today. . .At this time, Hamlin Chapel Road is set for closure for road crossing work, and re-paving, through Friday of this week. However, expected rains through the week wou...
17h ago

Closure Coming Monday for SR 358 Near Elnora
The Indiana Department of Transportation will have a two-day paving closure starting Monday on State Road 358 just south of Elnora. The closure will shut down part of 358 between State Roads 57 and 58, INDOT plans to do some repairs and re-patches on that part of the road. The detour will use State Roads 57 and 58. Loc...
17h ago

More Rain Possible Rest of This Week
Severe weather could leave its mark on the area again-especially in the late afternoon ane evening tomorrow and tomorrow night. A round of possibly severe storms, and expected torrential rain, are the main expected problems. Naional Weather Service forecaster Matt Eckhoff says the whole thing will be set up by warm air...
17h ago

KCPL Still Optimistic Over "Imagination Library"
The Knox County Public Library, among other similar groups, is closely watching actions concerning the Dolly Parton Imagination Library program. The initiative is designed to spark literacy in children between birth and age four. The program was threatened after State officials pulled the plug on public funding of the ...
17h ago

Search Still On for Person of Interest in Oaktown Burglary
The Knox County Sheriff's Department is still seeking a person of interest in a recent burglary in Oaktown. The sought-after person is a black male. At the time of the alleged incident, he was wearing a purple shirt. At this time, the suspect has not been located. Anyone with information on the person of interest can c...
Mar 31, 2025

One Person Transported to Evansville in Weekend Pedestrian-Train Accident
One person is in an Evansville hospital following a weekend train-pedestrian accident on the C-S-X Railroad in the 400 block of Saint Clair Street. The injured person was taken to an Evansville hospital for various injuries. The incident affected traffic in the area while first responders treated the injured person.
Mar 31, 2025

Paving Work to Begin This Week on Hamlin Chapel Road
The first Knox County road work of the spring paving season will get underway today. The first work will be on parts of Hamlin Chapel Road in soutnern Knox County. The closure will affect various parts of the road for a couple of hours at a time. Highway crews will be placing asphalt on culvert cuts as needed through t...
Mar 31, 2025

All Odon Boil Orders Now Lifted
All boil orders for the northern Daviess County community of Odon are now lifted. Several boil orders had been in place earlier, due to water main breaks and repairs over he last few weeks. All affected Odon water customers can go back to normal water usage.
Mar 31, 2025

Janet Early, 86, Vincennes
Janet Earley, 86, a cherished mother, grandmother and dedicated educator, passed away on March 23, 2025, at Bridge Pointe Health Campus leaving behind a legacy of kindness and commitment to her community. Janet was born on March 16, 1939, the daughter of Charles Donald and Wilma (Dunn) Wittenmyer. She married Paul Earl...
Mar 31, 2025
Andrew Hostetler, 34, Vincennes
Andrew Jacob Hostetler, a cherished son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and loyal friend, passed away in Pensacola, Florida, on March 23, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on April 2, 1990, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Bumper and Lori "Roberts" Hostetler, Andrew grew into a man of kindness, creativity, and friendl...
Mar 28, 2025

Donald R. Hatcher Jr., 68, Vincennes
Donald R. Hatcher Jr., aged 68, a long-time resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on March 24, 2025, in Evansville, IN. He was born on September 11, 1956, to the late Donald Ray Hatcher Sr. and Linda Hatcher and was the beloved brother of Julie Dillon, who preceded him in death, along with grandsons David Reel and Ant...
Mar 26, 2025
Thomas L. Johnson, 77, Monroe City
Thomas L. "Tom" Johnson, 77, of Monroe City, IN, passed away Sunday March 23, 2025 at 6:36 PM with his family at his bedside aiding him in his final journey. Tom was born September 10, 1947 in Vincennes the son of Norman "Jake" and Irma Jean Rinehart Johnson. He was a 1965 graduate of Lincoln High S...
Mar 26, 2025
Wendell L. Perkins, 84, Vincennes
Wendell Lee Perkins, a cherished patriarch and friend to many, passed away on March 22, 2025, at the age of 84, in Evansville, IN. Born on February 13, 1941, in Sumner, IL, he lived a vibrant life characterized by dedication, love for his family, and a passion for simplicity. Wendell graduated from high school, laying ...
Mar 24, 2025

Anthony Beaman, 44, Vincennes
Anthony Ryan Beamon, a spirited soul and beloved father, passed away at the age of 44 on March 16, 2025, in Vincennes, IN. He was born on February 27, 1981, in Indianapolis, IN, to his parents James McCarthy of Jasper, IN, and Sandra "Peach" Beamon of Vincennes, IN. Anthony was an adventurous individual with ...
Mar 18, 2025

Roger Snyder, 61, Edwardsport
Roger Lee Snyder Sr., aged 61, a resident of Edwardsport, IN, passed away on March 16, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Roger, known for his loving nature and kind spirit, was born on October 19, 1963, to the late Gerald and Betty "Wampler" Snyder. Roger worked for Hammelman Nitrate and later worked as a tr...
Mar 18, 2025

JOhn Hardy, 71, Washington
John Robert Hardy III, a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2025, in Evansville, IN, at the age of 71. Born on November 16, 1953, in Washington, IN, John lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his passion for sports and horticulture. Survived by his m...
Mar 18, 2025

Dennis Sidebottom, 71, Plainfield
Dennis Wayne Sidebottom passed away on March 12, 2025, in Plainfield, IN. Born on November 9, 1957, in Marion County, IN, Dennis grew up surrounded by the love of his parents, James Wendell Sidebottom and Norma Louise "Smith" Sidebottom. He carried their legacy of kindness and strength throughout his life. De...
Mar 16, 2025
Charlie Wright, 86, Washington
Charles Oliver "Charlie" Wright, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and mentor, departed this life on March 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on March 23, 1938, in Washington, Indiana, to George and Thelma "Ballow" Wright, Charlie lived a life marked by enthusiasm, kindness,...
Mar 16, 2025

Jana WAgner, 65, Vincennes
Jana Wagner (Farley), 65, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2025, in Vincennes, Indiana following years of chronic illnesses. She was surrounded by family and the best of friends. Born on September 30, 1959, Jan was a 1977 graduate of Lawrenceville High School. She later pursued a career in dental hygiene, earning a ...
Mar 16, 2025
Judith C ottingham, 72, Vincennes
Judith Ann Cottingham 72, of Vincennes, IN passed away Wednesday, March 12, 2025 the Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. She was born in Sullivan, IN June 10, 1952 the daughter, of Charles Allen Walters and Margaret Ann Hendricks. Judy graduated from Union High School in 1970 and from Vincennes University with an RN ...
Mar 13, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Vincennes Rivet opened up the baseball season with a 19-7 5 inning loss to Princeton. Brody Shots led the Patriots with a solo home run while Miles Holka and Nash Ransom added doubles. Sullivan defeated South Knox in baseball last night 5-3. South KNnox collected only three hits in the game, along with making three err...
19h ago

Spring Sports Calendar Starts Today
On the local sports scene for today... The Vincennes Rivet Baseball team kicks off its season at home tonight against Princeton. Game time is 6pm and you can watch the game live-streamed at waovam.com. The South Knox Baseball team gets things started at Sullivan. Game time is 5:30. The Lincoln girls softball team is on...
Mar 31, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
The season came to an end last night for the Vincennes University men's basketball team. Panola College eliminated the Blazers 75-68 in The National Quarterfinals at Hutchinson, Kansas. LeBron Thomas and Travelle Bryson led VU with 17 points each. The Blazers now out at 25-7. The Lincoln girls softball team lost its se...
Mar 27, 2025

Softball Pre-Season Rankings Out
Gibson Southern is number one in the Class 3-A SCAI softball preseason rankings. Others ranked include Castle is 5th in 4-A. Tecumseh is 6th in 2-A and Barr-Reeve 8th in class A. The Vikings will host Vincennes Lincoln on Wednesday night. Heritage Hills is honorable mention in Class 3-A.
Mar 25, 2025

V-U Wins Again Last Night; They move to Quarterfinals Tomorrow Night
Vincennes University is on to the NJCAA Quarerfinals, after n 85-71 wi o over Number 3 seeded Indian Hills College of Ottumwa, Iowa. Five scored ikn double figures for V-U, with Hussein El-Maraghy leading with 20 points for the Blazers-a new career high. Lebron Thomas and Bryan Akanmu added 15 and 14 respectively, Dayt...
Mar 25, 2025

VU in Tournament Action Tonight; Spring Scrimmages Planned for This Week
The 14th seeded Vincennes University men's Basketball team square off against third seeded Indian Hills Community College As the NJCAA National Tournament hits the round of 16 tonight. VU advanced after taking care of 19th seeded Three Rivers Community college on Saturday. Tip off from Hutchinson Kansas is set for nine...
Mar 24, 2025

All-SIAC Honors for LHS' Joel Sanders
Congratulations goes out to Vincennes Lincoln High School Senior Joel Sanders, who was named to the 2nd team All SIAC boys basketball team. Sanders averaged 14.6 points and 6.7 points a game for the Alices, who finished 14-12 on the season and 3-6 in conference play. Memorials Luke Ellspermann was named player of the y...
Mar 19, 2025

Baseball Rankings out: LHS Honorable Mention in 3-A
Vincennes Lincoln is an honorable mention in the Class 3-A IHSBCA preseason baseball poll. Other honorable mentions in 3-A include Jasper, Evansville Memorial, Princeton, and Gibson Southern. In class 2-A, Barr-Reeve is fourth, North Posey 5th and Forest Park 9th. Mater Dei is an honorable mention. In Class A, Tecumseh...
Mar 18, 2025

Semi-State Pairings Set for Saturday
The pairings are set for this Saturdays boys basketball semi-states. At the Class 2-A Southern Semi-state at the Hatchet House in Washington, game one at 10:30 has 24-4 Park Heritage taking on 19-6 Forest Park. Game two features 18-9 University against 21-6 Linton. At the Class A Southern Semi-state at Seymour, at 10am...
Mar 17, 2025

After 50 Years; Gene Miiller Retires from Coaching
One of the most successful boy's basketball coaches in Indiana history is calling it a career. Gene Miiller announced on Wednesday he will be retiring from coaching after 50 seasons. Miiller was 779-391 in his career and will retire the fourth all-time winningest coach. Only J.R Holmes, Jack Keefer and Jack Butcher hav...
Mar 13, 2025

Academic All-State Players Named
Congratulations goes out to several Knox County Basketball players who have been named to the IBCA Academic All State teams. Luke Hall of Vincennes Lincoln and Justin Siewers of South Knox were named to the Boys First team. Ella Bobe of South Knox was tabbed first team among the girls while Alex McKinley of North Knox ...
Mar 11, 2025
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Putin conscripts 160K men as Russia eyes Ukraine offensive
Russia's largest military draft in 14 years sees 160,000 men called up as Putin plans a spring offensive on Ukraine. Despite stalled U.S. ceasefire talks, the Kremlin insists conscripts won't fight.
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Reporter's Notebook: Aftershock from a political 'earthquake' as Le Pen barred from presidential run in 2027
Le Pen called her ban from running a "nuclear bomb" by the system, after a court convicted her of embezzlement and blocked her from office for five years.
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Netanyahu accuses Israeli police of trying to 'topple' his government
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10h ago

Amsterdam knife attacker who injured 2 Americans suspected of having 'terrorist motive,' prosecutors say
The Ukrainian suspect who stabbed five people in Amsterdam last week, including two Americans, likely had a "terrorist motive," Dutch prosecutors say.
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Iran mulls preemptive strike on US base after Trump bomb threats
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Survivors still being found from Burma earthquake, but hopes begin to fade as deaths exceed 2,700
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Germany says US talks on Russia-Ukraine war are 'deadlocked,' but China has different take
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14h ago

China launches large military drills around Taiwan to issue 'severe warning'
China launched military drills around Taiwan to send a "severe warning" and a message of "forceful containment against Taiwan independence," Beijing officials said.
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Musk slams Le Pen ruling, says it will 'backfire' like Trump's as some on global right face legal troubles
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Finnish president: Trump should give Putin 3 weeks to agree Ukraine ceasefire
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Mar 31, 2025

Diddy accuser claims Beyoncé, Jay-Z were witnesses at Miami 'freak-off' party: lawsuit
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Valerie Bertinelli's ex accuses her of taking 'backhanded swipes' at him in 'hostile' social media posts
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Kid Rock turns heads in Trump Oval Office meeting with bedazzled, patriotic outift
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Kid Rock turns heads in Trump Oval Office meeting with bedazzled, patriotic outfit
Kid Rock caused a stir in the Oval Office on Monday when he wore a brightly colored, patriotic outfit during an executive order signing ceremony with President Trump.
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Prince Harry accused of firing off 'unpleasant' message to charity boss after awkward exchange: report
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'NYPD Blue' actress Kim Delaney released from custody, felony assault charges dropped
Actress Kim Delaney was released from jail Tuesday, and prosecutors opted not to pursue felony assault charges from a weekend arrest in Los Angeles.
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Arnold Schwarzenegger called son Patrick's 'White Lotus' nude scene 'absurd'
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'Home Alone' star Macaulay Culkin hasn't spoken to his 'narcissistic' dad in over 30 years
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Bill Murray says Bruce Willis had 'insane' job before fame
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'Little House on the Prairie' fans beg Jennifer Garner to join the reboot
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