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Interns Sought at Indiana Statehouse
Both Indiana House members representing parts of Knox County are seeking interns for the coming short Legislative session in 2026. The interns are being requested to help both 45th District Representative Bruce Borders, and 64th District Representative Matt Hostettler. The internships are paid positions for the duratio...
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Today is Final Day for IDHS Flood Apps in Daviess County
Today is the final day for Indiana Department of Homeland Security applications to the State Disaster Relief Fund. That is for those suffering damage from flooding on June 30th. Applications to help with immediate needs were capped at $2,000. IDHS ...
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Martin County Solid Waste Days Set for Tomorrow' Saturday
Martin County Solid Waste will hold its Annual Fall Clean-Up on Friday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, and from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Shoals location will be open, but the fall clean-up prices will apply only t...
3h ago

USB Approves Interlocal with Knox County on Utility Cuts
The Vincennes Utility Services Board has approved an interlocal agreement with the Knox County Commissioners concerning utilty curb cuts. Vincennes Water Utilities is working with water and sewer cuts in and around the U-S 41 Industrial Park. The agreement calls for Vincennes Utliities to repair any road cuts needed on...
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Princeton Man Accused of OWI
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says a Princeton man was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated with Endangerment early Wednesday morning following a property damage crash in the 17-hundred block of Carithers Road. Authorities say 56-year-old ...
3h ago

Phase Two Washington Avenue Work Could Begin Early Next Year
An early-year 2026 work schedule is possible on Vincennes'Washington Avenue Phase Two. The work will affect traffic on Washington Avenue from Emison Street up to-and including-the intersection with Saint Clair Street. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum says work on that project is going on now-though it is mostly unseen. Mayor...
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Arrest Made in Washington Robbery; Second Suspect At Large
Washington Police and Daviess County Sheriff's deputies made an arrest Tuesday afternoon in connection with the armed robbery of the Marathon Gas Station at 409 West National Highway early Monday morning. 18-year-old Issac Hardcastle was arrested w...
21h ago

Evan Bay'h's Son Running for SOS as Democrat; Knox County's David Shelton Reacts
Beau Bayh, the son of former Indiana Governor and Senator Evan Bayh, has decided to run for Indiana Secretary of State. Bayh made the announcement in a video he posted to social media earlier this week. He says he is running to fix a corrupt office and take on a broken political syst...
Oct 08, 2025

Coats for Kids Event Starts at 6 Tomorrow Morning
The annual Coats for Kids drive starts tomorrow morning, and runs through six tomorrow evening, at the Brevoort House at Sixth and Busseron. The Brevoort House is also the headquarters of TOC Direct Media. The drive is being run along with the Knox County Salvation Army. Knox County Salvation Army commander Joey Gates ...
Oct 08, 2025

October 18th Set for "Best Friends" Shelter Adoption Eent
The Vincennes Animal Shelter, along with the national group Best Friends, will hold an adoption event later this month. Shelter director Leah Raigen says the nationally-tied event is part of a nationwide no-kill shelter endeavor. Raigen feels that day especially is a great time to give a forever home to a shelter pet i...
Oct 08, 2025

Pete Aldrich, 60, Washington
Bishop Emory Gene Aldrich, affectionately known to most as Pete, passed away on October 7, 2025, in Washington, IN, surrounded by his family. Born in Linton, IN, on September 16, 1965, Pete leaves behind a legacy of faith, dedication, and service to the Lord and to those around him. Pete's journey began as a son to Gen...
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Joseph Small, 76, Vincennes
Joseph Malcolm Small, Jr., a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2025, at the age of 76. Born on May 18, 1949, in Washington, IN the son of Joseph Malcolm and Virginia Ruth (Smith) Small. He married Glenda Darlene Frankum on January 17, 1969. Joe dedicated his life to ...
Oct 08, 2025

Lawrence Hess, 97, Vincennes
Lawrence "June" Hess Jr., a steadfast pillar of the Vincennes community, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 97, in his hometown. He was born on May 5, 1928, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Lawrence Hess Sr. and Marceline "Mouzin" Hess. He grew up embodying the values of hard work, dedication, a...
Oct 08, 2025

Dacy Wampler, 91, Fritchton
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dacy Ann Wampler, who left this world on October 4, 2025. Dacy was born on May 5, 1934 in Decker, IN the daughter of Sterling and Murel (McCrary) Briner. A proud graduate of Fritchton High School, Dacy loved playing games and especially loved euchre, meeting with friends an...
Oct 08, 2025

Robert Osborn, 79, Washington
Robert "Bob" Osborn, 79, of Vincennes, Indiana went to be with his Heavenly Father on October 3, 2025. He was born in Washington, Indiana on August 7, 1946, to the late Carl and Mildred (Brothers) Osborn. Bob graduated from Washington Catholic High School in 1964 and continued his education into college. He p...
Oct 07, 2025

Johnny Howder, 70, Vincennes
ohnny Howder, 70, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away October 4, 2025. He was born on August 27, 1955, to John and Carmia (Williams) Howder. Johnny attended Lawrenceville High School and continued his education at college. He worked for Good Samaritan Hospital for 20 years. Johnny was an avid fan of fitness and enjoyed w...
Oct 07, 2025

Timothy Loafman, 69, Freelandville
Timothy Vernon Loafman, a cherished family man, skilled tradesman, and a friend to many, passed away on October 5th, 2025, in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on August 1st, 1956, in Springfield, Illinois to Thelma Bristow White and the late Vernon Loafman. His 69 years of life were full of passion, creativity, and ser...
Oct 07, 2025

Bradford Myers, 37, Vincennes
Bradford Douglas Myers, a man of resplendent creativity and intelligence, with a passion that illuminated every corner of his life, passed away on October 1, 2025, at the age of 37. Born on August 3, 1988, in Washington, Indiana, to his parents, Rudy and Diana "Palmer" Myers, Brad brought joy and music into t...
Oct 07, 2025
Ronnie Street, 73, Oaktown
Ronnie Dean Street, aged 73, a man of honor and service, passed away on September 30, 2025, in Oaktown, Indiana. Born on October 20, 1951, in Washington, IN, Ronnie lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his country, and his community. After graduating from Lincoln High School as a proud member of the class o...
Oct 03, 2025

Carolyn "Jean" Bell
Carolyn Jean Bell, lovingly known to many as Jean, left us on September 30, 2025, at the age of 80, in Newburgh, Indiana, enveloped by the love and memories of a family that cherished her deeply. Jean entered this world on May 2, 1945, in Washington, Indiana, born to the proud parents John Woodruff and Marie Miles Wood...
Oct 01, 2025
Lillian Clinkenbeard, 93, Freelandville
Lillian M. "Kixmiller" Clinkenbeard passed away in her hometown of Freelandville, IN, on September 25, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born on February 21, 1932, in the same community that she adored and contributed to throughout her life. Lillian's unwavering dedication to her family, church, and community l...
Sep 29, 2025

Robert Hughes, 90, Vincennes
Robert E. Hughes, 90, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away September 25, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, Indiana on August 4, 1935, to the late Charles and Ellen (Harrington) Hughes. Robert was proudly enlisted in the National Guard for 10 years of service. Robert married the love of his life, Charlotte Smith, on August 8...
Sep 26, 2025

Soccer Sectional Action Continues Across the Area
Both South Knox and Lincoln High School are onto their respective IHSAA soccer finals. At Washington, Vincennes Lincoln got there with a 4-1 victory over Pike Central. They will now face Gibson Southern in Saturday afternoon's final; the Titans defeated homestanding Washington 2-1. At Northeast Dubois, the South Knox S...
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Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The Girls took center stage Tuesday in the state soccer tournament. At the Gibson Southern Class 2-A Sectional, the host Titans beat Southridge 3-0. Gibson Southern will square off against Vincennes Lincoln on Thursday. At the Sullivan Class A Sectional, Undefeated WRV eliminated North Knox 7-0. WRV will meet Barr-Reev...
Oct 08, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
he Boys soccer sectionals got underway on Monday and the Vincennes Rivet Patriots saw their season come to an end, falling to Barr-Barr Reeve 6-0 at the Northeast Dubois Class A Sectional. The Vikings move on to the semi-finals where they will take on South Knox. The Spartans Blanked WC 5-0. At the Washington Class 2-A...
Oct 07, 2025

Knox County Sports Calendar for Monday
The Boys state soccer tournament get underway across the area tonight. At the Washington Class 2-A sectional, 7-7-2 Southridge plays 12-3-1 Gibson Southern at six while 10-5 Washington meets 7-8-1 Princeton at eight. Those two Winners meet on Wednesday night at six. Vincennes Lincoln will play Pike Central at eight. At...
Oct 06, 2025

Friday Sports Report (Football and Volleyball)
In High School Football Action... Evansville North held off Vincennes Lincoln 28-22. The loss drops the Alices to 3-4. Evansville Memorial got past Reitz 28-7 Jasper crushed Castle 28-7 Harrison downed Central 28-14 Mater Dei rolled past Bosse 42-0 The North Knox Warriors are 3-4 after falling to Linton 54-7. South Sp...
Oct 04, 2025

Knox County Sports Recap for Friday
In girls volleyball action, Vincennes Lincoln downed South Knox 3-0. Alivia Eaton had 15 points while Marlo Thorne ten kills for the Lady Alices. For South Knox, Braelynn Gladish had 14 digs. South Knox won the JV contest 2-1. Addyson Marchino had 15 kills for the Spartans. Kylee Henderson scored 13 assists for the Lad...
Oct 03, 2025

Sports Roundup for Tuesday
On the pitch, South Knox trimmed Vincennes Rivet 2-1 in boys soccer action. Ross Holscher had a penalty kick and Collin Ellermman a goal to lead South Knox. Beckett Mc Guyer scored the Rivet Goal. Vincennes Lincoln tripped up Sullivan 4-1 in girls soccer. Scoring goals for the Alices were Kenszie Doerner, Maddie Mitche...
Sep 30, 2025

Soccer, Tennis Pairings Released
The Pairings were announced yesterday for the Upcoming state soccer tournament. All of the action begins on the week of October 4th. Lets start with the boys...At the Class 2-A Washington Sectional...Opening night has Southridge playing Gibson Southern while the host Hatchets meet Princeton. The winner meets in one sem...
Sep 29, 2025

Friday Night Lights Report
The Vincennes Alice's traveled to Romine Stadium to play the Harrison Warriors and won 49-7 Mack McCormick ran 31 times for 288 yards and two touchdowns. Landon Hartley was 14 of 22 for 169 yards. Layton Battles had six catches for 56 yards in a touchdown . The Alices move to 3-3 on the year. SIAC football Castle 28,...
Sep 27, 2025

Sports Roundup for Friday
The Lincoln volleyball team lost at home to Class 3-A number ten Evansville Mater Dei 3-1. Marlo Thorne led the Alices with 18 kills while Hadley Piper added a triple double of 23 assists, 15 digs and 11 points. Lincoln won the JV contest 2-0. The Vincennes Rivet Volleyball team picked up its third win of the week, dow...
Sep 26, 2025

Friday Sports Report
In High School Football action...Castle beat Vincennes Lincoln 17-7. The Alices were limited to a Mac McCormick run. North Knox cruised past North Central 41-12. The Lady Alices Varsity Soccer team suffer a 7-0 shutout vs the Jasper Wildcats they were 7 for 12 Shots On shots on goal with - 11 Saves out of Javelin Jame...
Sep 20, 2025
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UK faces backlash over mandatory Digital ID - could US be next?
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's mandatory Digital ID work requirement by 2029 sparks controversy as millions petition over surveillance concerns.
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Trump peace deal triggers 72-hour countdown for Hamas to release 48 hostages from Gaza
Israeli security cabinet will convene Thursday to approve the Hamas hostage deal, starting a 72-hour countdown for the release of 48 hostages held for over two years.
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World leaders praise 'landmark' Israel-Hamas peace deal mediated by US: 'New horizon of hope'
Israel and Hamas reach historic ceasefire agreement as world leaders welcome the breakthrough, with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calling it a victory.
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Manchester synagogue attacker 'pledged allegiance to Islamic State,' police say
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Hamas accepts Trump peace plan ending 2 years of war in Gaza, returning hostages
Hamas agrees to President Donald Trump's Gaza peace plan that calls for release of all 48 hostages and complete Israeli withdrawal in exchange for Hamas disarmament.
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Anti-Hamas Gaza militias reject terror group, declare support for Trump's peace plan
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Europe takes on 'hybrid war' as Germany allows police to shoot down drones
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Greta Thunberg slammed for using image of starved Israeli hostage to show Palestinians suffering in Gaza
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Before and after images show devastating destruction in Gaza
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Kushner joins Witkoff for Gaza ceasefire talks as Trump pushes peace plan: 'cautiously optimistic'
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Prince Harry, Meghan Markle 'wrong winners' of humanitarian award amid ongoing royal tensions: experts
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Nicole Kidman seemingly hinted at Keith Urban split weeks before divorce filing
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Darius Rucker engaged after fiancée admits she hid relationship to protect it
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Ridley Scott criticizes modern Hollywood as 'drowning in mediocrity,' watches his own films instead
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KISS rocker Gene Simmons passes out behind wheel and crashes into parked car: report
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Country star Alan Jackson plans one final bow in Nashville after health issues force retirement
Alan Jackson announces his final concert "Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale" for June 27, 2026, in Nashville before retiring due to health issues.
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Dolly Parton's sister offers health update on country icon after fans worry over her call for prayers
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Country star Cody Johnson cancels entire 2025 tour after medical emergency requires immediate surgery
Country star Cody Johnson cancels all remaining 2025 tour dates after doctors discovered a ruptured eardrum, requiring immediate surgery.
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Ozzy Osbourne never got over Black Sabbath firing prior to his death, daughter says
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'Sex and the City' star cops to 'mean girl' behavior with 'Blue Bloods' star
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