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Courthouse Annex Parking Lot to Close for Weekend
One of the parking lots of the Knox County Courthouse will close at four today for a pavement seal coating project. The process will continue until Monday morning. The affected lot is the one between the Knox County courthouse Annex and Dairy Queen, just off Busseron Street between Sixth and Seventh Streets. The clos...
7h ago
Large Item Disposal Days Back in Vincennes Tomorrow Morning
The City of Vincennes and Republic Services will hold their second large item collection day of the month on Saturday. Vincennes residents can drop off large, unwanted items free of charge from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Republic Services on North Second Street. Accepted items include household furniture, mattresses, larg...
12h ago
Coats for Kids a Success-- But Not to Goal Level
Hundreds of new and gently used coats, along with some cash donations, came into the Brevoort House yesterday as part of the annual "Coats for Kids" drive. For the last several yers, the annual effort is co-sponsored by the Knox County Salvation Army and TOC Direct Media. Even with that, they did not reach ...
12h ago
Trash Budget Concerns Part of Long City Council Budget Meeting
Vincennes City Council met for two and a half hours last night to discuss ways to bring the City budget in balance for 2027. The session was held at Vincennes City Hall. Among the issues Council members, and Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum, discussed was trash collection. As part of the issue was privatization versus City...
12h ago
Vincennes Man Arrested on Drug Dealing Charges
Knox County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Vincennes man following a search at a home in the 100 block of East Chicago Avenue. Authorities found evidence of dealing in a controlled substance, along with over ten grams of meth. They arrested 48 year-old Gary Clymer on the drug dealing and possession charges; he is also ...
12h ago
INDOT to Close Part of SR 56 in Pike County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says a section of State Road 56 in Pike County is scheduled to be closed on Monday, October 19th for a culvert replacement project. The closure will occur between State Road 257 and Old Petersburg Road. This...
Oct 8, 2026
Indiana BMV Named Best in US
A nationwide analysis of over a million Google reviews of public vehicle registration and driver's license offices shows Indiana's Bureau of Motor Vehicles has come out ranked number one. The analysis was done by SEO Backlinks of around 46-hundred Google...
Oct 8, 2026
VU to Re-Brand Business Division into "Workforce U"
Vincennes University has announced the launch of Workforce U, a rebranding of its Business and Industry division that provides customized workforce training for major employers including Amazon, Walmart, Toyota, Subaru, and Cummins. The initiative is intended to expand the univ...
Oct 8, 2026
Fire Prevention Week is Underway Statewide
Fire Prevention Week is underway, and this year Indiana is focusing on lithium-ion battery safety. State Fire Marshal Steve Jones says everyday charging habits can prevent fires. He says always use the charger that came with your device, charge on a hard, flat surface -- never on a b...
Oct 8, 2026
Washington PD Arrest Three for Meth Possession
Washington Police arrested three Washington residents Tuesday for Possession of Methamphetamine. 43-year-old Taylor Waller is also charged with Possession of a Schedule 2 Drug. 39-year-old Rhonda Voyles and 65-year-old Maria Ramsey face additional ...
Oct 8, 2026
Aileese Tucker, 19, Vincennes
Aileese Tucker, a precious daughter, beloved child of God, honor student, gifted young woman, and faithful soul whose earthly journey ended far too soon at just age 19. How someone so young, so full of promise, so filled with life, could be taken from us. Just weeks ago, she was celebrating her high school graduation a...
Oct 7, 2026
Christopher Burtch, 56, Robinson, IL
Christopher A. Burtch, 56, of Robinson, Illinois passed away with family by his side on October 4, 2026. He was born in Robinson, Illinois on October 9, 1969, to Mark Burtch and Brenda Miller. Chris graduated from Newton High School. He worked for 29 years with Hershey. Chris was an avid sports enthusiast and card coll...
Oct 5, 2026
David Niehaus, 59, Vincennes
David Frederick Niehaus, 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born February 13, 1967, in Vincennes, the son of Bernie and Patty (O'Neill) Niehaus. David lived his entire life in Vincennes, a community he loved deeply and served faithfully. His lif...
Oct 5, 2026
Joan Cress, 71, Bicknell
Joan E. "Herzberger" Cress, who was born on April 20, 1955, in Norfolk, Virginia, and passed away on October 2, 2026, in Bicknell, Indiana, lived a life marked by devotion to her family, faith, and the quiet strength she brought to those around her. She was the daughter of Clifford T. and Helen D. "Wilki...
Oct 5, 2026
Wilma Fleenor, 101, Washington
Wilma Iona Fleenor, age 101, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, having lived a long and beautiful life filled with faith, family, friendship, and love. Wilma was born on December 31, 1924, and was a lifelong resident of Washington, Indiana. She was the oldest of three children, growing up alongside her two y...
Sep 30, 2026
Daniel Lynch, 56, Vincennes
Daniel Patrick Lynch, 56, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on September 21, 2026. He was born on March 28, 1970, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to John and Jane "Pearson" Lynch. Daniel spent much of his life working as an operating engineer on various construction projects. He was a hardworking man who took pride...
Sep 25, 2026
Donna Essenberg, 90, Oaktown
Donna Jean Essenberg (Heydenberk-Curtis) 90, passed away peacefully in Oaktown, IN, on September 20, 2026. She was born November 5, 1935, to Ray and Edith (Hazen) Heydenberk, in Hart, MI. She was the sixth of nine children. Donna was born and raised in Hart, MI, where she spent most of her life. She graduated from Hart...
Sep 23, 2026
Kathryn Freewood, 70, Oakland City
Kathryn Ann Presswood, age 70, of Oakland City, Indiana, passed away on September 20, 2026. She was born on March 14, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and love. Kathryn graduated from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis, Missouri, and later attended Vincennes University. She w...
Sep 22, 2026
Ben Kramer, 72, Oaktown
Bernard "Ben" Leo Kramer, age 72, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away on September 18, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on July 1, 1954, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, and a wide range of interests that brought him joy and purpose. Ben graduated from Nort...
Sep 21, 2026
Michael Thornsbury, 69, Loogootee
Michael David Thornsbury, 69, of Loogootee, IN, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at Heart to Heart Hospice in Evansville, IN. He was born on February 19, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio. Mike served in the US Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic and Crew Chief. After leaving the USAF, he continued his love of Aviatio...
Sep 18, 2026
Damon Jones, 49, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts but a sense of celebration for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Damon Dale Jones on September 12, 2026. Damon was born on November 9, 1977, in Vincennes, the son of David and Linda (Dale) Jones. He was a beloved son and brother, a cherished friend, and a beacon of kindness and j...
Sep 15, 2026
Marilyn Dearmon, 95, Noblesville
Marilyn Jane Myers Dearmin passed away on August 22, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on January 30, 1931, in Washington, Indiana, to Flavian E. Myers and Priscilla Young Myers. Marilyn was preceded in death by her four siblings, Jay Myers, Janet Myers Heiney, Flavian Myers, Jr., and Mary Myers Baker. She is surviv...
Sep 14, 2026
Knox County Sports for Friday
Around Knox County: In Boys' Soccer: The South Knox Spartans saw their season end with a 1-0 loss to the host Jeeps in the Northeast Dubois Sectional. The game was scoreless through regulation, but the Jeeps scored the deciding goal in overtime to win it. South Knox ends its soccer season with an 11-4-2 record. Barr...
13h ago
Area Soccer Sectional Recap and Preview
South Knox moves on to face Pike Central in the Class A tournament at South Knox. The Lady Spartans defeat North Knox 9-0, while Pike Central eliminated Rivet 4-1. A three-goal second half led the Lady Chargers to that victory. South Knox now gets Pike Central in the sectional final at 2 pm Saturday. At White River ...
Oct 8, 2026
Knox County Sports Update for Wednesday
In boys' soccer action last night: At Gibson Southern: The Vincennes Lincoln Aices saw their season come to an end with a 1-0 loss to Southridge. The game was scoreless at halftime, but a lone second-half goal by the Raiders eliminated LHS, and moved Southridge into tomorrow night's semifinals. The Alices end a stella...
Oct 7, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Tuesday
Around Knox County: In Volleyball: Vincennes Lincoln lost in a close four-set match to Gibson Southern last night. The Lady Alices won the first set 25-23, but the Lady Titans took the final three for the match, 26-24, 25-21, and 25-23. The Vincennes Rivet Lady Patriots defeated the North Knox Lady Warriors in four ga...
Oct 6, 2026
Monday's Area Soccer Sectional Recap
Around the area: In girls' Soccer sectional competition last night: In Class 2-A at Washington: The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices had their season end with a 6-0 loss to Gibson Southern. The Lady Alices end up the year at 12-3-2. Gibson Southern will face Heritage Hills; the Lady Patriots defeated Princeton last night ...
Oct 6, 2026
Sectional Volleyball Pairings for Area Teams Now Set
Volleyball pairings are set for the coming IHSAA tournament series. The tournament games will be played on October 13th, 15th and 17th. In Class 3A: The Vincennes Lincoln Alices face Gibson Southern as part of the eight-team Jasper Sectional. Other matchups have Southridge facing Washington, Heritage Hills playing Jas...
Oct 5, 2026
Friday Night Lights Report Update
Cloverdale defeated north knox 41 to 23 Evansville north took down Vincennes Lincoln 34 to 17 South spencer beat pike central 63 to 0 Eastern won out over linton 56 to 12
Oct 3, 2026
Week Seven Combines Old and New for Knox County Football TEams
An old conference foe, and a new conference foe, await Knox County's football teams tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alices travel to Bondurant Stadium in Evansville tonight to play a former SIAC foe-the Evansville North Huskies. Kickoff time is 7:30; hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors head the opposit...
Oct 2, 2026
South Knox Takes Tennis SEctional Title
Around Knox County: In Tennis: South Knox defeated Vincennes Rivet for the Tennis Sectional title last night 4-1 at the Lincoln High School courts. South Knox got singles wins from Reid Hall, Layne Hays, and Warren Shepard, and a doubles win from Cooper Neal and Ethan Cork. Rivet's lone victory was in doubles, through...
Oct 1, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Wednesday
Around Knox County: In Tennis: It will be Vincennes Rivet vs. South Knox for a tennis sectional title at the LHS courts this evening. Rivet defeated Vincennes Lincoln 3-2 in their sectional semifinal matchup. Lincoln's Carter Johnson defeated the Patriots' Henry Holka at number 1 singles, with LHS' Conner Hahn defeati...
Sep 30, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Around Knox County: In soccer: The Vincennes Lincoln Alices dominated play in a 6-0 victory over the Sullivan Golden Arrows on Senior Night at LHS. The Alices led 5-0 at half, and cruised to victory by dominating possession on the evening. Claudson Thomas had three goals for the winning Alices, with single goals from ...
Sep 29, 2026
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