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WZDM Morning Show Host Ed Ballinger Passes
The area is mourning the passing of a longtime on-air voice of Vincennes radio station WZDM. Former WZDM Morning Show voice Ed Ballinger passed away in an Indianapolis hospital on Wednesday. Since the late 1990's, Ed has been the afternoon announcer for WZDM, before moving to the morning snow upon the death of Dave Yo...
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INDOT Shifting Seasons from Snow Clearing to Construction
The Indiana Department of Transportation is shifting its focus from winter weather work to construction season. Two Knox County based bridge projects are about to start-with work on the White River Bridge near Petersburg starting Monday. The other project will start March 10th on U-S 50 over Fort Knox Road. INDOT spo...
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UWKC Rolling Out Mobile Assistance Plan
The United Way of Knox County will use grant funding to mobilize its service to the community. United Way of Knox County director Scott Charleston gives his idea to take the United Way's services on the road. through a traveling bus to help those in need where they are. Charleston calls it the "United Way of Whee...
10h ago
Last Day for VITA Registration is Tomorrow
Tomorrow is the final day for the public to file their taxes for free this year with the VITA program. VITA stads for Volunteers in Tax Assistance. The tax drop-offs will happen from ten to twelve tomorrow at the Knox County Public Library. Packets to be filled out are available during regular business hours at the l...
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Holiday World Job Event Set for Saturday
Holiday World and Splashin' Safari will host a job fair tomorrow from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 452 East Christmas Boulevard in Santa Claus. Visitors can apply for jobs at Human Resources and meet department representatives to learn about open positions. On-the-spot interviews are available for certain roles. For more...
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Phase Two of Bridge Work on U-S 50 Starts March 10th
The Indiana Department of Transportation says that beginning on or around Tuesday, March 10th, lane closures will begin on US 50 over Fort Knox Drive in Vincennes. The closures are part of Phase 2 of a bridge deck replacement project. During this phase, eastbound lanes will be closed with westbound lanes handling both ...
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Employee Appreciation Day for City workers A Week from Today
The City of Vincennes' offices will close a week from today for Employee Appreciation Day. The closure next Friday will affect all offices and departments for the City of Vincennes. Neither trash collection nor recycling pickup will be affected by the offices' closure.
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Sunday Discussion Set for Solar Energy Future in Knox County
A planned discussion of possible solar expansion in Knox County will happen this Sunday at three pm at the Blue Jeans Center. The meeting is being advertised as a discussion session, hosted by the Knox County Commissioners. Among those watching the issue is Knox County Councilman Mike Morris. Even though he reminds ev...
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Wreath Collection Day Set for Tomorrow at Various Vincennes Cemeteries
The local Wreaths for Knox County committee has announced a Wreath Pick Up day tomorrow at 9am. Volunteers are needed to gather wreaths throughout the Vincennes City Cemeteries that were placed on the graves of all veterans as part of National Distribution Day back in December. About 2500 wreaths will need to be gather...
Feb 26, 2026
Bridge Work Continues in March on U-S 50
INDOT crews will ramp up Phase Two of overpass work on U-S 50 over Fort Knox Road on Tuesday, March tenth. That day, lane closures will happen again on U-S 50 at the bridge. The first work will be on eastbound lanes of U-S 50; following that, the westbound lanes will then be closed. Traffic will be reduced to one lan...
Feb 26, 2026
Barbara Jean Gauger, 67, Oaktown
Barbara Jean Gauger, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Oaktown, Indiana, at the age of 67. Born on November 1, 1958, in Alva, Oklahoma, Barbara was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her. Throughout her life, Barbara was known for her compassion...
Feb 26, 2026
Lavena Jean Wampler, 97, Washington
Lavena Jean "Evans" Wampler, a cherished beacon of compassion and warmth in her community, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 97 in Washington, IN. Born on January 20, 1929, in Shoals, IN, to Cresy and Mae "Collins" Evans, Lavena's life was a testament to her loving, kind, and generous ...
Feb 26, 2026
Bill Carie, 86, Vincennes
William "Bill" Joseph Carie, 86, went home to his Lord and Savior on February 20, 2026 - exactly one month after the passing of his beloved wife, Judith "Lynn" Carie - gently reminding his family that the Lord's timing is perfect and His plans are always unfolding, even when we cannot yet see them. ...
Feb 24, 2026
Richard Biggs, 96, Vincennes
Donald J Biggs, 96, of Vincennes passed away on February 19,2026 peacefully at his home. He was the son of John Emmett and Helen C. Keller Biggs. Donald graduated from Decker High School and was awarded the Outstanding Decker Alumni award in 2003. He then graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Civil Engineering....
Feb 22, 2026
Rev. Dr. Richard Beesley, 95, Vincennes
Rev. Dr. Richard V. Beesley, age 95 of Vincennes, passed away at 12:55 pm on Thursday, February 19th at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born on January 27, 1931, in Vincennes to Oscar V. and Ruth I. (Reel) Beesley. He married Naomi Ruth Rehwald on September 4, 1953. Surviving are his wife, Naomi, son Bruce Allyn Beesle...
Feb 22, 2026
Walter Roy Jr., 57, Washington
Walter Roy Jr., affectionately known as Jr. to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Washington, IN. Born on April 4, 1968, in Madison, IN, Jr. lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to those he loved. Jr. was the beloved son of the late Walter and Sue ...
Feb 19, 2026
Della Strate, 87, Vincennes
Della Mae Strate, age 87, a lifelong resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on February 15, 2026, in her hometown. Born on March 5, 1938, to the late Floyd and Irene "Huffer" McCormick, Della cultivated a life that was a testament to her kindness and enduring spirit. Della graduated from the local high school...
Feb 19, 2026
Robert Grigsby, 92. Freelandville
Robert Niles Grigsby, born on January 23, 1934, in Bruceville, Indiana, passed away at the age of 92, with his devoted wife of 70 years by his side in Freelandville, Indiana, on February 14, 2026. Robert spent his many years of life enriching those around him with his loving spirit and the joy he found in the simple pl...
Feb 17, 2026
Cheryl Reeder, 75, Vincennes
Cheryl Reeder, 75, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away February 14, 2026. She was born in Bedford, Indiana on July 21, 1949, to William Barlow and Joann Ryder. Cheryl worked as a server for many years and at the Harmony Club for 13 years. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, baking, crafting, crocheting, and spending t...
Feb 17, 2026
Donald Goforth, 88 Evansville
Donald Eugene Goforth, a loving family man and respected community member, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 88 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 18, 1937, in Henryville, Indiana, he lived a full and vibrant life, treasured by all who knew him. Don graduated from high school and went on to master the ...
Feb 15, 2026
Jeff Kolb, 74, Vincennes
Jeffrey Barnes Kolb, 74, of Vincennes, IN, died on February 7, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN, following heart surgery. He was born in Fort Meade, MD, on May 28, 1951, to Joe and Norma (Schumacher) Kolb. He was married to Deborah (Nosko) Kolb for 52 years and together they had three children: Justin, Joanna, and John. Jeff,...
Feb 12, 2026
Marilyn Smith,89, Vincennes
Marilyn Louise (Martindale) Smith, 89, passed away February 7, 2026 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. She was born April 13, 1936 to the late John and Jennie (Church) Martindale in Vincennes, IN. She graduated from Monroe City High School in 1954 and married Orison (John) Smith on October 30, 1954. The couple lived in Hanau...
Feb 09, 2026
Thursday Night Basketball on the Horizon Tonight for 3 Area Teams
The North Knox Warriors host Senior Night tonight, as they face the Loogootee Lions. Tip time is 7:30; hear it on 92.1 WZDM and live streaming on tocsportsnetwork.com. The South Knox Spartans will travel TO Oakland City to play the Wood Memorial Trojans. Tip time is 8 pm on 105.7, WUZR. The Rivet Patriots hit the roa...
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ASn 0 for 3 Night for Knox County Boys Teams, as Sectionals Loom Next Week
The North Knox Warriors lost their final game of the regular season at home to Loogootee, 52-39. Rylan Oxby ed a balanced North Knox scoring attack with nine. The Warriors next face West Vigo in North Knox Sectional play on Tuesday evening. The South Knox Spartans were defeated by 20 by Wood Memorial on the road, 62-...
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Three KC Teams in Action Tonight
Vincennes Lincoln will wrap up its regular season tonight in Switz City against White River Valley. Tip time for varsity action will be around 7:30; hear that game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors are at home tonight, as they face Wood Memorial in a Blue Chip Conference matchup. Tip time is around 7:3; you can ...
Feb 24, 2026
Boys and Girls High School Basketball Action!!
Boys HS Basketball North Daviess Defeated White River Valley 61 to 39 Eastern Greene Beat Shakamak 58 to 39 Washington bested South Knox 67 to 42 Lincoln defeat the Evansville Memorial 48 to 35 And, it was Bloomfield defeating North Knox 87 to 46
Feb 21, 2026
Three Knox County Schools in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices return to Alice Arena tonight to face the Memorial Tigers. Tip time is 8 pm on 92.1, WZDM, and live streamed on tocsportsnetwork.com. The North Knox Warriors head to the Glover Gym to play the Bloomfield Cardinals. Game time there is 7:30 on 97.7, WAOV. The South Knox Spartans will travel t...
Feb 20, 2026
Three Knox County Boys' Basketball Teams in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices are back in action tonight, as they will travel to Newburgh to play the Castle Knights. Tip time is 8 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. Two Knox County feams face off, as the Rivet Patriots will host the South Knox Spartans at the Holscher Gym. Tip time is 7 pm; you can hear the game...
Feb 17, 2026
North Knox, Washington Knox Get Semi-State Directions
The North Knox Lady Warriors will head to Greencastle this Saturday for the 2-A Girls' Basketball Semi-State at Greencastle. They will face Pekin Eastern High School around noon on Saturday. Game 1 features Heritage Christian and Parke Heritage; that tips off around ten a-m. You can hear that North Knox-Pekin Eastern g...
Feb 16, 2026
Girls and Boys High School Basketball Action Report!!!!
HS Girls Regional Basketball Evansville Christian defeated White River Valley 73 to 32 North Knox took out Mater Dei 48 to 42 In Boys HS Basketball South Knox handled Shoals 59 to 37 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Wood Memorial 62 to 55
Feb 15, 2026
Boys Basketball Tonight; Girls' Regional Coverage Tomorrow
Knox County basketball gets back in full swing tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alics step out of conference tonight to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. The game at the Glover Gym begins at 7:30; hear it on 92.1, WZDM/ The South Knox Spartans will entertain the Barr-Reeve Vikings in a key Blue Chil Conference matchup. Tip ...
Feb 13, 2026
Rivet, South Knox Head Up Boys' Basketball This Evening
The Rivet Patriots will face the Clay City Eels tonight at the Holscher Gym in downtown Vincennes. Tip time is 7 pm; hear the game on 97/7, WAOV. It is a Blue Chip Conference matchup tonight for the South Knox Spartans, as they face Loogootee at Jack Butcher Arena. Tip time is 7:30; that one will be on 105.7, WUZR.
Feb 10, 2026
North Knox, Washington Preparing for Regional Action at Boonville Saturday
Regioual round matchups are set, including an area doubleheader Saturday at Boonville. Game 1 features the North Knox Warriors vs. the Mater Dei Wildcats in a 2-A regional. That tip is set for 2 pm Saturday; you can hear it on 105.7, WUZR. Game 2 is for a 3-A Regional title; that will go at five Saturday afternoon, as ...
Feb 09, 2026
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Churchill statue in London defaced with anti-Israel messages
An individual was arrested after a statue of the late United Kingdom Prime Minister Winston Churchill and the statue's base were graffitied in the U.K.
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State Dept authorizes non-essential US Embassy personnel in Jerusalem to depart ahead of possible Iran strikes
The U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem authorized non-essential staff to leave as tensions continue to escalate ahead of a possible U.S. strikes on Iran.
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Sweden jams suspected Russian drone near French carrier as NATO war fears rise
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Tour guide arrested after drawing stick figure on 4,000-year-old pyramid
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18h ago
Pakistan declares 'open war' on Afghanistan in response to Taliban's retaliatory strikes
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19h ago
Trump's Greenland push drives Danish prime minister to call early election
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21h ago
Iran rejects Trump demands despite 'significant progress' in nuclear talks
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23h ago
Trump ally Orban issues scathing letter demanding Zelenskyy change Ukraine's 'anti-Hungarian policy'
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Feb 26, 2026
Russia warns against 'provocative actions' around Cuba after 4 killed onboard US-registered speedboat
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Feb 26, 2026
World Economic Forum president and CEO steps down after facing scrutiny over Epstein links
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Feb 26, 2026
Kristen Stewart's rambling ICE comments about LA trigger fierce 'word salad' backlash
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Country singer JD Graham 'barely alive' after breaking neck in semitruck crash
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'Marshals' star Luke Grimes on why he and his wife ditched Hollywood for Montana
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Sarah Ferguson could face police questioning as key witness if she returns to UK after Andrew arrest: experts
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'The Wire' actor Bobby J Brown dies in tragic barn fire accident at age 62
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'Bachelor' star, 36, gets candid about 'grieving an unlived life' after rare brain disorder diagnosis
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20h ago
Model Tess Holliday claims she was denied life insurance for weighing 'over 300 pounds'
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21h ago
Lindsay Lohan questions why no one removed her from Hollywood to 'protect' her during teen fame
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22h ago
Shia LaBeouf runs from courthouse after posting $100K bond in New Orleans Mardi Gras battery case
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23h ago
David Spade claims Disney 'rat f---ed' him on salary for animated classic
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Feb 26, 2026





