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BOGO returns for Christmas
The Knox County Chamber of Commerce's popular buy one, get one gift card effort will be back this Christmas season. This will be the fourth year for the Chamber's local incentive. Chamber president Jamie Neal reminds everyone that along with the shopper, the big winners are participating merchants. No date has been se...
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Vincennes and Washington Leaf Collection to Start Monday
Curbside leaf collection is scheduled to begin in Vincennes on Monday and last until mid-December. Residents are asked not to mix limbs and other objects with their leaves as this will clog up the intake hoses on the leaf vacuums. Crews will not pick up piles of leaves with sticks and limbs mixed in. Limbs can be dropp...
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Lane Closures Scheduled to Begin Monday on State Road 43 in Greene County
Heads up for those of you who drive on State Road 43 near Solsberry in Greene County. The Indiana Department of Transportation says daily lane closures are scheduled to begin Monday over Richland Creek between North Yoho Road and North Copper Branch Road. The lane closures, which will take place on weekdays between 8:0...
Nov 15, 2025
Loogootee Traffic Advisory
The City of Loogootee will begin essential storm sewer construction on Green Street starting Monday. The city says the work will continue daily until the project is complete.
Nov 15, 2025
VU- scholarship renewal
Vincennes University will renew its student housing scholarship for the coming school year in 2026-27. The scholarship provides 15-hundred dollars a year toward student housing expenses in the University's student dorms. The credits will equal 750 dollars per semester. The deadline for dorm residence applications fo...
Nov 15, 2025
Senator Eric Bassler Becomes Seventh Republican Against Redistricting
Indiana Senator Eric Bassler of Washington has become the seventh Republican to say he will not support redrawing the state's congressional districts for next year's election. Bassler says in a statement that he "cannot support any mid-census redistricting plan," adding he stands by the vote they took four ye...
Nov 15, 2025
Indiana Gas/Diesel & EV Prices (Friday)
The Triple-A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana Friday stood at $3.07 per gallon, the same as Thursday and 1¢ lower than Friday's national average. It was also the same as a week ago, 18¢ higher than a month ago, and the same as a year ago. Triple-A says the average price of diesel fuel in In...
Nov 15, 2025
Shutdown-House vote
The federal government shutdown ended after 43 days. Indiana's delegation split along party lines: all seven Republicans voted to reopen the government, while the two Democrats opposed the deal. Republicans including 8th District Congressman Mark Messmer, welcomed the end of the shutdown, saying it brings relief to fed...
Nov 15, 2025
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300,000 Hoosiers with MDwise Losing Medicaid Coverage
The state says around 300-thousand Hoosiers who have their medical coverage through Medicaid are losing the coverage with MDwise being removed from the provider list. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration officials say MDwise won't be in the managed care health plan options for the Healthy Indiana Plan and ...
Nov 15, 2025
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Full November SNAP Benefits to Be Paid to Hoosier Recipients
Full SNAP benefits are expected to be paid to Indiana recipients for this month. That's according to an update from the Family and Social Services Administration. The agency says they are working to make sure November SNAP benefits are among those being funded now that the federal government is reopening. This comes af...
Nov 15, 2025
William Beamon, 78, Vincennes
William Eugene Beamon, a lifelong resident of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on November 8, 2025, at the age of 78, in his hometown. Known for his skilled hands and loving heart, William was born on February 12, 1947, and dedicated his life to his family, his country, and to serving others. After graduating from high ...
Nov 14, 2025
Bertie Taylor, 97, Washington
Bertie Lewis Taylor, better known as Bert, 97, passed away peacefully at 3:16 am on November 13, 2025, at the Villages at Oakridge in Washington, IN. Bert was born on August 5, 1928, in Knox County, IN the son of Alpha and Gertrude (Wyant) Taylor. He married Thelma Helderman on September 18, 1948 and she preceded him i...
Nov 14, 2025
Gary Strader, 75, Bruceville
t is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Gary D. Strader, who left us peacefully on November 11, 2025, at the age of 75. Born on December 30, 1949, in Greenwood, Indiana, Gary is the son of Orville and Marion Ruth (Kyle) Strader. He married Penny Hatton on November 8, 2013. Gary was a proud truck driver f...
Nov 14, 2025
Denny Killion, 67, Washington
Dennis "Denny" Killion passed away peacefully with his children by his side on October 9, 2025. Born June 29, 1958, in Washington, Indiana to Harley Killion Jr. and Arlene (Killion) Harker. Denny was a loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He is survived by his sister, Debbie Sidebottom, and his f...
Nov 13, 2025
Linda Long, 85, Vincennes
Linda Kay Long, aged 85, passed away on November 10, 2025, in Vincennes, Indiana. Born on February 20, 1940, to Marvel and Margaret "Grange" Elliott. Linda was the beloved wife of the late Jerald Long, to whom she was happily married on June 24, 1961, in Bruceville, Indiana. Together, they built a life full o...
Nov 13, 2025
Cheryl Price, 73, Washington
Cheryl J. Price, 73, of Washington, Indiana, went to be with the Lord on November 10, 2025. She was born in Washington, Indiana, on July 25, 1952, to the late Dale and Eva Alford. Cheryl married the love of her life, Arthur Price, on December 20, 1975. She graduated from Washington High School in 1971, continued her ed...
Nov 12, 2025
Anna Brown, 80, Washington
Anna Brown, 80, of Washington, Indiana passed away November 8, 2025. She was born in McCarthur, Ohio on April 26, 1945, to the late Asbury and Lexie Bentley. She married the love of her life William Brown. Anna loved children and worked for many years as a special needs foster mother. Anna loved all living creatures, e...
Nov 11, 2025
Nina Mahan, 64, Loogootee (formerly of Bicknell)
Nina Mahan, 64, of Loogootee, and formerly of Bicknell, passed away on November 9, 2025, in Loogootee, Indiana, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on January 4, 1961, in Vincennes, Indiana, Nina was a beacon of joy and kindness to all who knew her. The beloved daughter of the late Robert Mahan Sr. and Grace Ear...
Nov 11, 2025
Brenda Sue Ramsey, 79, Bruceville
Brenda Kay Ramsey, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away on November 4, 2025, at the age of 79. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on March 10, 1946, to Leo and Betty Stephens. She graduated from Bruceville High School, and after enjoyed many years working at Good Samaritan Hospital from which she retired. Brenda married...
Nov 06, 2025
Martha Williams, `03m Vincennes
Martha Jane "Steffy" Williams, affectionately known as Aunt Jane, passed away on November 3, 2025, at the age of 103. She was born on February 14, 1922, in Vincennes, Indiana at her family home. Martha graduated from Fritchton High School. During World War II, Martha worked as riveter for Republic Aviation Co...
Nov 05, 2025
Donya Thomas, 84, Vincennes
Donya "Like" Thomas passed away on October 30, 2025, in Evansville, IN, at the age of 84. Born on May 3, 1941, in Indianapolis, IN, to August and Flora Jean "Grider" Like, Donya was a cherished matriarch and pillar of strength and love to her family and community. Donya married the love of her life,...
Nov 03, 2025
Bill Stevens, 76. Vincennes
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of William R. Stevens, affectionately known as Bill, who departed this life on October 29, 2025. Born on October 2, 1949, in Vincennes, he is the son of Robert and Beatrice (Pipher) Stevens. He married Janet Konen on June 22, 1992. A proud veteran, Bill served his cou...
Nov 03, 2025
Knox County Sports Recap for Friday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices opened up the season on the short end of a 46-42 loss at Terre Haute South. Kiaya Farrar led the Alices with 11 points while Marlo Thorne 10. North Knox is now 3-0 after rolling over Linton 60-24. Jade Richter led the Warriors with 16 points while Lexi Primus added 15. Vincennes Rivet dropp...
Nov 14, 2025
Knox County Girls Basketball Preview for Thursday
In Girls Basketball action, the Vincennes Lincoln Alices open up their season at Terre Haute South. The Braves are 1-0. Tip off is set for 7:30 and you can hear the game on WZDM. Class 2A number two North Knox plays host to Linton. The Warriors are 2-0. The Miners are 1-0. Tip off is set for 7:30 and you can hear the g...
Nov 13, 2025
Area Girls' Basketball Recap for Wednesday
In girls high school basketball, Class 2A number 2 North Knox roll over Northeast Dubois 62-23. Three were in double figures for the Lady Warriors, with Lexi Primus leading with 19. Baylee McClure had 15, and Caroline Yenne scored 11. Class 3A number 5 Washington beat Class 2A number three South Knox 52-41. Kendal Hill...
Nov 12, 2025
NK, ND Represented on All-Southwest Conference Football Team
Both North Knox and North Daviess were well represented on the Southwest Conference All-Conference team. On offense, North Knox had had five all conference selections-including Cam McCory, Tyler Clark, Eli Elkins, Trent Richards, and Korbin Jones. North Daviess added four, with Keaton Graber, Anderson Aiman, skyler Jac...
Nov 11, 2025
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Two more ranked teams face off tonight, as 2-A Number 3 South Knox will host 3-A Number 5 Washington. You can hear that game tonight on 105.7, WUZR. 2-A Number 2 North Knox is on the road tonight, facing 1-A Number 13 Northeast Dubois in a Blue Chip conference matchup. That game can be heard tonight on 92.1, WZDM. Else...
Nov 11, 2025
Thanksgiving Eve Starts Action for Knox County Boys' Teams
The Boys High School Basketball season officially gets underway today. Three Knox County teams open up play on Thanksgiving Eve....Vincennes Lincoln plays at Mt Vernon, North Knox visits WRV and South Knox hosts Sullivan . Rivet entertains Shakamak in their opener on Saturday, November 29th.
Nov 10, 2025
Area Sports Roundup for Friday
Two ranked teams will open their girls' basketball seasons against each other tonight, as the 2-A Number 3 North Knox Lady Warriors face the 3-A Number 1 Washington Hatchets. Varsity tip off time is around 7:30; you can hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Two Knox County teams will also be in action tomorrow night, as the 2-...
Nov 07, 2025
Rivet Girls Start Season with a Loss to Shakamak
The Rivet Patriots opened up the 2025=26 season with a 42-40 loss on the road to the Shakamak Lakers. The 0-1 Lady Patriots will try to even their record this Saturday when they host the Lady Warriors of Evansville Harrison. Other area girls' basketball scores: West Vigo defeated WRV 51-25 Northeast Dubois beat Shoals ...
Nov 05, 2025
Knox County Girls' Basketball Starts Tonight
Girls' basketball kicks off tonight, with the Rivet Patriots facing the Shalamak Lakers. The game will be varsity only at 6:30; you can hear it on 97.7 WAOV. Rivet is the first Knox County team to get going on the girls' basketball season. North Knox is next up, as they travel to Washington to face the Hatchets in thei...
Nov 04, 2025
Blue Chip Confrence Teams Named in Boys' Tennis, Soccer
Blue Chip Conference selections have been released in both boys' tennis and boys' soccer. Barr-Reeve led the way in tennis, with all seven team members named. They include Grant Armes, Eli Ash, Xavier Meiring, Kyle Graber, Levi Lester, Kierson Lengacher, and Daniel Lindenwood. Loogootee added Emmett Graber, William Lyo...
Oct 30, 2025
Friday Night Lights Report (Sectional Edition)
The High School Football season came to an end for Vincennes Lincoln as the Alices lost to Class 3-A number two Gibson Southern 50-12 in the opening round of Sectional 32. The Titans will host top ranked Evansville Memorial next Friday night. Vincennes Lincoln bows out at 3-7. Other scores from 32... Mater Dei beat P...
Oct 25, 2025
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