The Indiana Department of Transportation has set Monday, November 16th as its day to close the Lincoln Memorial Bridge for continued repairs. At that time the bridge is scheduled to close to through traffic from mid-November through March of next year. That closure will also allow work to rebuild the Memorial Bridge f...

The Jasper Strassenfest has donated nearly $38,000 from this year's Half Pot drawing to the Vincennes University Jasper Foundation. The money will provide full-tuition scholarships for seven to nine local students attending VU Jasper, including a book stipend and laptop. Since 2019, the scholarship program has awarded ...

The North Knox School Board has approved submission of an estimated 18 million dollar budget for next year to the state Department of Local Government finance. The budget contains around ten million dollars in Education funding, as well as nearly six million more in the Operations budget. ' The final tax rate, ince adj...

The Triple A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Monday stood at $3.91 a gallon-- 45¢ lower than Monday's national average of $4.36 per gallon. It was also 17¢ higher than a week ago, and $1.05 higher than a year ago. As oif right now, Vincennes gasoline prices are holding the line at many...

Despite a backlash against so called "flock cams," their use is being defended locally by law enforcement. The defense comes in the face of public pressure, and their removal in some jurisdictions. Vincennes Police Chief Jon Hillenbrand is among those defending the general plate scanners on various roadways....

The Knox County Salvation Army is now actively signing up bell ringers for its annual Christmas kettle campaign. The annual Christmas season drive is the primary fund-raiser for the Knox County Salvation Army. Registration is now available through a new Web address-salarmy.org/VincennesBellRinger. Knox County Salvatio...

The first October set of Vincennes City Council and Board of Works sessions will be held tomorrow night at City Hall. Normally, they are held on the second Monday of the month, but this month they were moved two days due to Columbus Day on Monday, and the Knox County Council's meeting on Tuesday. The Board of works w...

Vincennes Police arrested an Indianapolis man following a reported auto theft in the 13-hundred block of North Third Street. Officers arrested 19 year-old John Franklin for auto theft and unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle. He was booked into the Knox County Jail on five-thousand dollars bond.

Pike County homeowners and renters affected by last month's severe storms, tornadoes and flooding have until October 25th to apply for FEMA Individual Assistance. Residents are eligible for help with immediate needs, temporary lodging, home repairs, property loss and other disaster expenses. Applications must be submit...

The Indiana Department of Transportation says a section of State Road 56 in Pike County is scheduled to be closed a week from today-- Monday, October 19th-- for a culvert replacement project. The closure will happen between State Road 257 and Old Petersburg Road. This road closure is expected to take a week to complete...

Hazel Marie Fisher, age 102, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Evansville. She was born on July 19, 1924, in Bicknell, Indiana, to Algustus and Nella Jeffris. Hazel graduated from Bicknell High School in 1942 and carried the values of hard work, faith, and family throughout her long life. Duri...

Kaida Cheilynn Fox, age 14, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on June 5, 2012, Kaida was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend whose spirit touched the lives of many. Kaida will be remembered for the warmth, laughter, and light she brought to those who knew her....

Seth Ryan Martin, age 33, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Petersburg, Indiana. He was born on February 11, 1993, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, service to his country, and hard work in his trade. Seth was a loving son, father, brother, and friend wh...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Vincennes Lincoln will start its IHSAA tournament football run with an October 23rd matchup with Edgewood. That game will be at Inman Field in Vincennes. The winner of that one will host Indian Creek in tournament Week Two, on October 30th. The North Knox Warriors will have Week 1 off, as they drew the bye in their ...

In soccer: The South Knox Lady Spartans will move into regional play as they face White River Valley at home on Wednesday. The Spartans won their sectional with a 1-0 win over Pike Central; WRV defeated Northeast Dubois 2-1 to win their home sectional. Kickoff time is six p-m Wednesday night at South Knox. The winner...

North Daviess defeated North Knox 28 to 20 Vincennes Lincoln won out over Sullivan 42 to 28 Techumseh shut down Pike Central 56 to 0 Linton beat Eastern Greene 41 to 7 Mount Vernon defeated Washington 45 to 14 Southridge shut out Princeton 54 to 0 Givson Southern won out over Boonville 42 to 14 Heritage Hills shut down...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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

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...

Donald Trump's Board of Peace excludes UNRWA from Gaza's future as the EU pledges $1 billion and demilitarization efforts gain global momentum.

Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage."

Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage."

Pope Leo XIV arrived at Gemelli Hospital in Rome for lung nodule removal after doctors said the growth was identified at a "very early stage." Doctors later confirmed he had a form of lung cancer.

Gen. Alexus Grynkewich outlined NATO's strategy to "block, blunt and break" enemy forces at the Warsaw Security Forum amid rising Russia tensions.

Adventurer Karl Bushby swam the English Channel and celebrated with fish and chips after his 28-year, 30,000-mile walk from Chile to England.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy accuses Vladimir Putin of attacking Ukraine's gas infrastructure hours after Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire.

Benjamin Netanyahu fights for his legacy in Israel's Oct. 27 vote, the first since the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre reshaped the political landscape.

Pope Leo XIV called the death penalty "inadmissible" on World Day Against the Death Penalty after the Pentagon announced plans to livestream an execution.

More than 80 people survived the deadly crossing from Djibouti toward Yemen, while at least 84 remained missing as authorities worked to verify additional victims.

Collin Gosselin alleges mom Kate Gosselin zip-tied him, locked him in a basement room, and had him placed in an institution days before his 12th birthday.

Mark Ramsey and Digger Manes from "Moonshiners" challenge stereotypes about Appalachia's distillers as home distilling battles reach the Supreme Court.

Bella Hadid shared photos of a personalized birthday bikini featuring her name and age, paired with cowboy boots at a lakeside Tennessee retreat.

RJ Mitte's representative confirmed the "Breaking Bad" actor and cerebral palsy advocate died by suicide at his Brownsville, Texas, home. He was 34.

Lynne Patton shared her cocaine addiction story and the intervention by Eric Trump and Lara Trump that shaped her belief in second chances for Joe Giudice.

Lynne Patton shared her cocaine addiction story and the intervention by Eric Trump and Lara Trump that shaped her belief in second chances for Joe Giudice.

Selma Blair allegedly kicked a nurse in the chest at a Queens hospital hours after her arrest for an incident aboard a Delta flight to JFK Airport.

Sean "Diddy" Combs was reportedly rushed from FCI Fort Dix to a hospital for a head injury, though his team says they are working to confirm details.

Sylvester Stallone reveals nine back surgeries and three neck fusions from doing his own stunts, calling himself an "idiot" for the decades of damage.

Metallica frontman James Hetfield took aim at concert politics amid Macklemore's removal from Ed Sheeran's tour over "Free Palestine" calls.