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Immigration Bill in Indiana Legislature Advancing
An immigration bill in Indiana that strengthens state support for immigration enforcement and penalizes employers who hire unauthorized workers is one step closer to becoming law. The bill faced debate in the House, with lawmakers proposing amendments that ultimately did not pass. Critics argue that the bill could forc...
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Knox County primaries
Knox County Republican voters will be busy casting votes in May for various primary election candidates. The registration deadline expired at noon Friday. The top Knox County Republican race is for Sheriff, with four men running. The candidates include Mike Fisher, Dan Short, Paul Jones, and John Fuller. Brian Hagen ...
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ICE Cooperation Bill Passes Indiana House
The Indiana House has passed a bill that Republicans say will reinforce local cooperation with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Senate Bill 76, known as "The Fairness Act," requires local police to fully cooperate with federal ICE agents. Representative J.D. Prescott of Union City adds it will "...
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Hazleton Woman Arrested for DUI Following Gibson Co. Crash
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says a 53-year-old Hazleton woman was arrested for drunk driving Thursday evening following a two-vehicle crash with injuries on State Road 56 at the Shiloh Church Road intersection north of Princeton. Following an investigation, Billie Golden was taken into custody and charged with O...
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Jasper Man Accused of Child Exploitation and Possession of Child Pornography Enters Plea Agreement
A Jasper man charged with two counts each of Child Exploitation and Possession of Child Pornography entered into a Negotiated Plea Agreement this week in Dubois County Circuit Court. The Dubois County Prosecutor's Office says 33-year-old Kyle Eason is scheduled for sentencing on April 10th. The sentence shall be left t...
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Charges Filed in Dubois County Cold Case
Dubois County Prosecutor Beth Schroeder says investigators have identified "Baby Doe," an infant found deceased at the Monastery Immaculate Conception in Ferdinand in 1987, more than four decades later. Charges of murder and voluntary manslaughter have been filed against the child's biological mother. Her nam...
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DCH to Host Open House Celebrating Expanded Musculoskeletal Services
Daviess Community Hospital will host an open house at the CORE Center on Tuesday, February 17th, from 4 to 5 p.m., to celebrate the expansion of musculoskeletal specialty services through a partnership with Tri-State Orthopaedics. The event will be held on the second floor of the CORE Center at 421 East Van Trees Stree...
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Presidents Day Closing Information for Vincennes, Washington, and Jasper
All Vincennes City Government Offices will be closed on Monday due to Presidents' Day. Recycling will not be picked up and will resume on Monday, February 23rd. Trash pick-up will remain on schedule for the week. All Washington city offices and departments will be closed on Monday in observance of Presidents' Day. Ther...
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Banks' tip line
Indiana Senator Jim Banks has launched a tip line to protect Americans from truckers who are illegal aliens, not authorized to drive a truck, or do not speak English proficiently enough to safely drive on U.S. roads. The tip line was created in response to numerous instances of illegal aliens with commercial drivers' l...
Feb 14, 2026
Statewide Water Stakeholder Input Workshops to Support Development of Statewide Water Plan
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources will host seven workshops across Indiana through February, April, and May to allow Hoosiers to provide input on the development of Indiana's statewide water inventory and management plan. One of the workshops will be held at the Washington Community Building at 405 Burkhart D...
Feb 14, 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 ...
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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
Kiara Schuckert-Jones, 39, Vincennes
Kiara Joy Schuckert-Jones, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, at the age of 39. Born on March 10, 1986, in Massillon, Ohio, Kiara's loving spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. Kiara is survived by her children, Skyla Lopez, Aly...
Feb 06, 2026
Charles Terrell, 88, Shoals
Charles E. (Charlie) Terrell, Sr., of Shoals, age 88, went to his heavenly home on February 4, 2026. Born April 12, 1937, in Martin County, he was the son of Charlie Terrell and Bertha Mae (Owens) Terrell. He was the 11th child of 12 and the last living member of his family. He married the love of his life, Wilma Taylo...
Feb 06, 2026
Drayven Tate, 7, Vincennes
Drayven Alias Tate passed away at the tender age of 7, on February 1, 2026, in Vincennes, IN. Born on September 22, 2018, in Newburgh, IN, to Joseph Edward Schlumpf Jr. and MiKayla Marie Tate, Drayven's vibrant spirit and smile brightened the lives of all who knew him. From a young age, Drayven's personality shown thro...
Feb 05, 2026
Norma Ruth Archer, 90, Oaktown
Norma Ruth "Hoover" Archer, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in Oaktown, IN, on February 3, 2026. Born on April 4, 1936, in Fairland, OK, near the Lake of the Cherokee, to the late James Virgil and Maggie Lee "Chancellor" Hoover, Norma grew to becom...
Feb 05, 2026
Betty Mathias, 92, Washington
Elizabeth "Betty" Mathias, 92, of Washington, Indiana went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 28, 1933, to the late Theodore "Ted" and Mary Murphy. Betty graduated from Washington Catholic School in 1951. She began her career with Southern Bell, l...
Feb 05, 2026
Jacqueline Wininger, 64, Bridgeport
Jackqueline L. Wininger, 64, of Bridgeport, IL passed away on January 25, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on January 20, 1962, to John and Elizabeth Spangle. Jackqueline worked for many years as a cook. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time at home with her family and tending to her chickens. She will be...
Feb 04, 2026
Shirley A. Smith, 90, Vincennes
Shirley A. Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who dedicated her life to her family and work, passed away on February 2, 2026, in her hometown of Vincennes, IN, where she was born on August 3, 1935. Embraced by her community, Shirley led a life marked by kindness and a strong work ethic....
Feb 04, 2026
Sherry Cummins, 81, Vincncennes
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Sherry Cummins. Sherry was born on June 5, 1944, and departed this world peacefully on February 2, 2026, she was 81 years old. Sherry was born on June 5, 1944 in Sullivan, IN the daughter of Clinton and Ruby (Evans) Darrough. She married Clarence Cummins on Ju...
Feb 04, 2026
MIchele Campbell, 55, Vincennes
Michele K. Campbell, 55, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away on February 1, 2026. She was born in San Diego, CA on January 2, 1971, to her biological parents Michael M. Beanblossom and Cathy Cantwell. Michele loved collecting butterflies, unicorns, and dolphins. She also enjoyed hunting for a bargain and spending time wi...
Feb 04, 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
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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
High School Basketball Action!!!
HS Boys Basketball action Evansville Mater Dei defeated Pike Central 72 to 31 Barr Reeve bested Rivet 46 to 41 HS Girls Basketball Action White River Valley beat Shakamak 43 to 40 North Knox defeated Linton 55 to 46
Feb 08, 2026
Girls High School Basketball!!!
White River Valley defeated Bloomington lighthouse 57 to 22 Shakamak took out Clay City 61 to 24 Loogootee narrowly defeated north davies 35 to 34 North Knox put a beat down on South Knox 72 to 48 Washington handled Vincennes Lincoln 67 to 37
Feb 07, 2026
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Boys Basketball Recap for Friday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices lost a close one last night, 55-52, to the Washingotn Hatchets at Alice Arena. The Alices were led in scoring by Leyton Battles with 20. The 7-13 Alices are back in action when the travel to the Glover Gym a week from tonight, to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. A two-point third quarter did ...
Feb 06, 2026
Knox County Basketball Recap for Thursday
The Rivet Patriots were eliminated last night in the North Daviess sectional, as they lost to Loogootee, 40-17. The Lady Patriots end the season at 10-13. In the other game at North Daviess last night, the homestanding North Daviess Cougars move to 18-6 as they defeat Washington Catholic, 65-10. All four Knox County bo...
Feb 05, 2026
Basketball Roundup for Wednesday
Kendal Hill led South Knox with 19 points and ten boards, as they eliminate Sullivan 43-32 in the 2=A Sectional at Eastern Greene. The Lady Spartans took command of the game in the third quarter, and were in complete control from then on. The South Knox Lady Spartans next face the North Knox Lady Warriors on Friday nig...
Feb 04, 2026
Knox County Basketball Recap for Monday
The North Knox Lady Warriors let a halftime lead slip away, as they lose to Gibson Southern 59-50. Lexi Primus led the Lady Warriors with 17. North Knox is back at it Friday night in Game 2 of the Eastern Greene Sectional, as they face the winner of tonight's South Knox-Sullivan game. Tip time for that one is around 7:...
Feb 03, 2026
NK to Celebrate Senior Nigh Tonight vs. Gibson Southern
It's Senior Night for the North Knox Lady Warriors, as they face the Gibson Southern Lady Titans. JV tip is at 6, with the varsity start set around seven-30. You can hear the game on 105.7 the Ride, and watch it with live stream video at tocsportsnetwork.com.
Feb 02, 2026
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Israeli intelligence sources reject claims Jeffrey Epstein was Mossad operative following document releases
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US forces board sanctioned oil tanker after vessel tried to evade Trump quarantine, Department of War says
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Waltz calls UN a 'cesspool for antisemitism' as Trump administration pushes major reforms
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Global protests call for Iran regime change in major cities worldwide after bloody crackdown
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US military in Syria carries out 10 strikes on more than 30 ISIS targets: photos
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Russia murdered Alexei Navalny with deadly frog poison, European countries conclude
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Rubio blasts 'world without borders' fantasy, warns mass migration threatens Western civilization
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Bolsonaro dynasty eyes comeback as Brazil's socialist president faces challenge from jailed rival's son
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Feb 14, 2026
Starmer sends UK strike group to Arctic, cites rising Russia threat as Trump pushes Greenland deal
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'Silence of the Lambs' star Ted Levine denounces his legendary villain role after transgender criticism
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'Wonder Years' star Danica McKellar says one thing kept her from losing herself as a child in Hollywood
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Tim Allen completes 13-month Bible journey: 'I will begin it again'
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Angelina Jolie preparing to ditch US in July, says 'I don't recognize my country'
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Prince William, Kate Middleton prioritize family over duty as shown by handling of cancer diagnosis: author
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Brooks Nader admits 'chasing perfection' in Hollywood was a mistake after dissolving her fillers
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Gordon Ramsay denies Brooklyn Beckham's wedding dance allegations against Victoria Beckham
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Jessica Alba cuts seven-figure check to finalize Cash Warren divorce: report
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Nicole Kidman stuns in solo bedroom snap as she embraces single girl era after Keith Urban divorce
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Carmen Electra shares the simple approach to romance she swears by in her 50s
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