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Job Cuts Become Reality at Pike County Woodworker
Wood manufacturer Stella-Jones has reduced its workforce in Winslow, cutting 10 jobs out of 45 at the facility. The company says the decision was made to better align with changes in the industry. Stella-Jones shared a...
16h ago
Heart to Heart Introduces a Chemical Abortion-Reversing Method
Vincennes-based pregnancy assistance group Heart to Heart is warning about the dangers of mail-order chemical abortion pills. Heart to Heart director Paige Williams claims the mail-order medications are a way women are bypassing Indiana's abortion law. Williams also shares a breakthrough way to reverse abortions, eve...
16h ago
Flooding A Problem on White River-- But Not on Wabash
Heavy rain has brought some high water levels on the White River, but no t as much on the Wabash and Embarras Rivers. The White River at Edwardport is now near moderate flood stage, at 22 feet-seven over flood stage. It will crest at 23 feet on Sunday morning. Downriver at Petersburg, the White is six feet over flood...
16h ago
DST Could Put Americans at Higher Risk of Heart Problems
The time change this upcoming weekend could put Americans at a higher risk for health problems. The clocks move ahead an hour early Sunday morning for Daylight Saving Time, resulting in the loss of an hour. Experts say that in the week after the ...
16h ago
State Republicans Setting Priorities for 2027 Now
The legislative priorities for 2027 are being discussed by Indiana officials. Governor Mike Braun says he's proud of the work that was done this year, saying they "did as much as we could with the time that we had." ...
16h ago
Employee Appreciation Day Closes Vincennes Offices
Vincennes City offices are closed todafor Employee Appreciation Day. All city offices and departments will be closed. Neither trash collection nor recycling pickup will be affected.
16h ago
VU Summer Camps Available for Grade School Students through High School
Vincennes University is bringing back its summer camps for students from elementary school through high school. The camps give students a chance to explore careers such as surveying and culinary arts. Some programs include overnight stays in campus housing. Laura Carie is the director of university events and special p...
Mar 05, 2026
Jasper Rubber to Close Soon
Jasper Rubber will close April 30th, putting hundreds of people out of work. Parent company First Brands Group told employees it will shut down the entire operation, which means workers cannot transfer to other jobs within the company. Some employees say the company furloughed them without warning about a month ago and...
Mar 05, 2026
Indiana Already Looking to 2027 Legislative Prioirities
The legislative priorities for 2027 are being discussed by Indiana officials. Governor Mike Braun says he's proud of the work that was done this year, saying they "did as much as we could with the time that we had." Senate President Pro Tem Rod Bray of Martinsville says one priority will be to improve new law...
Mar 05, 2026
Training Ramping Up for VFD Following a Slower Winter
Training has ramped up for Vincennes firemen, especially with a must-appreciated break in major fires affecting occupied homes. Vincennes Fire Chief Brett Bobe is thankful for the break. However, Bobe knows that break could ends in a snap-especially with fire hazards in many houses hiding in plain sight. City fire cre...
Mar 05, 2026
Ed Ballinger, 65, Vincennes
Edward Charles Ballinger, 65, Vincennes, IN passed away on February 25, 2026 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Indianapolis, IN. He was born in Peru, IN on December 28, 1960 to Edward and Diana (Smith) Ballinger. He was a 1979 graduate of Peru High School. He attended Manchester College for one year where he played football...
Mar 02, 2026
Brenda Stanczak, 85, Freelandville
Brenda J. "Roach" Stanczak, age 83, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Freelandville, IN. Born on May 6, 1942, in Vincennes, IN, Brenda's life was one marked by love, devotion, and the warmth of family and friends that surrounded her. Brenda spent her formative years in the community of Vincennes, where she...
Mar 02, 2026
Shari Hagemeier, 92, Edwardsport
Sharron "Walton" Hagemeier, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by her family in Edwardsport, IN. Born on October 20, 1933, in Gibson Co., IN, Sharron's spirit and loving nature left a lasting impression on all ...
Mar 01, 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
Several ARea Girls Named All-State by IBCA
Several area girls'players have been named to the various IBCA Coaches' All-State teams. In this area, only one player was named as an IBCA senior "Supreme 15" player, as Evansville Central's Maddy Shirley was on that list. Two players were namedf Senior A-State, with North Knox's Lexi Primus and Washington's...
16h ago
A Few Changes for Classifications for Next 2 Years
The newest two-year classifications are in, and all four Knox County teams have stayed in the same classes for the coming year. Some area teams have made moves though, especially for football. Among the area moves, Washington is down from 4-A to 3-A for the next two years. Also Sullivan moves up a class, from 2-A to ...
Mar 05, 2026
Rivet Moves On, LHS, NK Go Home on Night One of Sectionals
The Vincennes Linocln Alices were eliminated in a close game at the Hatchet House, as the home team Washington Hatchets dfeated them 38-33. Colton Duke led for LHS with 12, Vincennes Lincoln ends the season at 12-13. The North Knox Warriors were within five, but a 20-8 fourth quarter carries the West Vigo Vikings on ...
Mar 04, 2026
Lexi Primus Invited to Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 Workout
North Knox senior Lexi Primus is one of six players from the area to be invited to the annual Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 workout. Primus is joined by two Washington players-Katie Reed and Shay Hawk-along with Allie Taylor from Princeton, Emily Parker from Boonville, and Bailey Hipe from Reitz. The annual top 6...
Mar 03, 2026
NK Lady Warriors Coach Steve Meurer to REtire from Coaching
After 18 years heading the North Knox Lady Warrior program, head coach Steve Meurer is planning to step down as the team's leader. The letter spelling out his intentions has been sent to the North Knox School Board for their potential acceptance. Meurer will retire with 445 overall wins in 30 years of coaching at Nort...
Mar 02, 2026
Boys High School Basketball Action Report
In high school boys basketball action it was barr-reeve defeating bloomfield 49 to 45
Feb 28, 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...
Feb 27, 2026
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-...
Feb 27, 2026
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
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While UN Issues mixed signals, Witkoff exposes Iran's nuclear evasion 'pride'
IAEA chief claims no evidence of Iran building nuclear bomb despite U.S. envoy revealing Iranian negotiators boasts having about 460kg weapons-grade uranium stockpile.
2h ago
Pope Leo says he 'can't comment' on 20-year sentence of Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai
After Jimmy Lai's 20-year sentence imposed by Beijing, Pope Leo XIV said he "can't comment" on the pro-democracy Catholic convert's circumstances.
3h ago
Former Iranian minister praises Trump assassination fatwa as daughter lives in New York
Former Iranian minister praises fatwa calling for Trump's death on TV interview while his daughter lives in NYC with diplomat husband at Iran's United Nations mission.
5h ago
Israel strikes slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's underground military bunker
Israel struck Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's underground bunker in Tehran, revealing extensive tunnel network beneath Iran's capital.
6h ago
Iran proxies wage war on Israel, threaten US interests as Iraq slammed for not disarming them
Tension in the Middle East continue to escalate as Iran-aligned Iraqi militias expand targets from military bases to oil facilities, threatening regional stability.
7h ago
Iranian vessel suffers engine failure, offloads crew days after US submarine sank other ship
An Iranian navy logistics ship offloaded its crew to Sri Lanka on Friday after suffering engine trouble at sea, days after the U.S. sank an Iranian warship.
10h ago
Israel pounds Hezbollah targets, daring Lebanon to reclaim sovereignty from Iran-backed terror proxy
Lebanon's government calls for Hezbollah disarmament amid renewed Israel conflict, as international leaders including Macron warn against broader war.
13h ago
Private flights account for 30% of departures from Oman airport as wealthy evacuate Middle East
Private flights account for more than 30% of departures from Oman's main airport as Middle East evacuation efforts intensify amid conflict escalation.
23h ago
Canada's Mark Carney under fire as 'all over the place' on Iran, risking wider US rift
The Canadian prime minister has been criticized for changing his position on the Iran conflict three times this week as critics blasted his contradictory stance.
Mar 05, 2026
Sri Lanka offloads 208 crew members from second Iranian ship a day after US strike sinks frigate
Sri Lanka assists Iranian vessel crew after deadly U.S. submarine strike kills 87 in Indian Ocean. President announces rescue of 208 crew members.
Mar 05, 2026
Vince Gill threatened radio host during on-air confrontation over Amy Grant remarks: 'Going to kick your a--'
Country star Vince Gill reveals how radio host Don Imus turned against him after marrying Amy Grant, leading to a heated confrontation on Imus' own show.
2h ago
Meghan Markle and Netflix end lifestyle brand partnership as critics say they 'got Markled enough'
Netflix parts ways with Meghan Markle's As ever lifestyle brand, sparking mixed reactions as critics and supporters debate the business decision online.
2h ago
Daryl Hannah slams JFK Jr drama 'Love Story' for 'false' portrayal of tumultuous relationship
Daryl Hannah slams Ryan Murphy's "Love Story" portrayal of her JFK Jr. relationship, calling the depiction "not accurate" and denying she ever used cocaine.
7h ago
Country star Brantley Gilbert's kids homeschooled on Georgia farm to avoid learning what 'certain people want'
Country star Brantley Gilbert, who is 14 years sober, became an investor of Real American Beer to create non-alcoholic beer called RAB ZERO.
11h ago
Sarah Ferguson is a 'loose cannon' who 'knows where the bodies are buried,' royal experts warn
Royal experts warn Sarah Ferguson may write an explosive tell-all memoir as her financial desperation grows following former Prince Andrew's arrest and Epstein ties.
14h ago
Drew Carey says misconceptions led him to ignore heart attack symptoms
Comedian Drew Carey had heart attack symptoms while jogging but still went to work the next day for a show taping before calling an ambulance from his trailer after it got worse.
Mar 06, 2026
Teddi Mellencamp hospitalized after painful sores erupt across her entire body
"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp was hospitalized with Stevens-Johnson syndrome after an allergic reaction to medication while battling Stage 4 melanoma.
Mar 05, 2026
Brooks Nader and sisters pose for bikini photo shoot during Dominican Republic getaway
Brooks Nader shares stunning bikini photos from her Dominican Republic getaway at Amanera Resort with her sisters from their show 'Love Thy Nader.'
Mar 05, 2026
Valerie Bertinelli finds strength after devastating year of health battles and emotional heartbreak
Valerie Bertinelli reveals 2024 was her "worst year" after four surgeries, job loss and divorce struggles. The actress opens up about finding joy.
Mar 05, 2026
Beach Boys icon Bruce Johnston steps away from band after 60 years
Beach Boys legend Bruce Johnston steps away from touring after nearly 60 years with the band, marking the end of an era for the iconic California group.
Mar 05, 2026





