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"Firehouse Flats" Apartment Project Discussed at Vincennes RDC Meeting
A developer with interest in historic areas is moving forward with plans for an 89 unit apartment complex in downtown Vincennes. The "Firehouse Flats" project would be set up in the area near the City Fire monument between Main and Vigo Streets. The group A-P Development is behind the plan. A-P Development sp...
16h ago

Red Skelton Comedy Convention Starts Today at Red Skelton Museum
The annual Red Skelton Comedy Convention starts today, with activities around the Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy. As in previous years, Red Skelton's widow, Lothian Skelton, is in Vincennes as part of the festivities. Anne Pratt is the director of the Red Skelton Museum. She says this year's convention theme cen...
16h ago

Daviess YMCA Gets Fundings from Our Community Foundation
Daviess County Family YMCA is the recipient of a $550 grant from the group Our Community Foundation through their 2025 Fast Grant Program. The grant will be used to purchase YMCA Lifesaving Course Equipment. This grant enabled the purchase of lifeguard rescue tubes, a dive brick, tourniquet arm trainers, and female att...
16h ago

Public Auction Set for Washington Today
There will be a public auction by the departments of the City of Washington today. It will begin at 9:00 this morning at the Electric Department Garage at 2113 Memorial Avenue.
16h ago

Livestock Auction Highlights Day Five of Knox County Fair
Today marks the next to last day of the Knox County Fair at the fairgrounds in Bicknell. Activities at the Livestock Barn on Friday include a Horse and Pony Show at 9:00 am, 10-year Awards at 5:00 pm, and the annual Livestock Auction begins at 5:30. &ens...
16h ago

Task Force Being Formed to Protect Indiana Against Texas-Size Flooding
In the wake of flooding devastation in Texas, Governor Mike Braun is launching an Emergency Alert Task Force to evaluate the current alert and warning systems in Indiana and identify opportunities to enhance those systems or provide additional warning systems. &ensp...
16h ago

More Heat Follows Weekend Changes of Rain
Some rain followed by more heat next week. That is the expected forecast from the National Weather Service at Indianapolis. N-W-S forecaster Andrew White says some rain could precede a weekend warmup. In this area, at this time, rain chances will continue at 40 percent or better through Monday. Right now, temperatures ...
16h ago

Vincennes University Finishes Collaboration with Wal-Mart
Vincennes University with support from Walmart, is providing hands-on technician training for Walmart associates. The collaboration expands Walmart's Associate to Technician (A2T) program to Vincennes, following a successful pilot in Dallas-Fort Wo...
16h ago

I-LEARN Scores Released; Knox County Public Schools At or Below State Average
The Indiana Department of Education has released the 2025 ILEARN assessment results, revealing mixed proficiency levels across the state. While 40.6% of students demonstrated proficiency in English Language Arts, a slight decrease from the prior year, math proficiency saw a 1.2 percentage point increase to 42%, For Kno...
Jul 17, 2025

Knox County Fair Day 4 Underway Today
Animal judging activities return to the Show Barn today as part of Day Four of the Knox County Fair. Today, the judging moves to llamas and alpacas; that will happen throughout this morning. This is also the first of two days of Horse and Pony judging; that will also continue through tomorrow. Finally, the annual Round...
Jul 17, 2025
Georgette Myers, 81, Vincennes
Georgetta Myers, 81, of Vincennes, Indiana went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2025, surrounded by her family. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on December 14, 1943, to the late Joseph Gosciniak and Helen Scholfield. Georgetta proudly worked as an underground coal miner and helped paved the way for other women in th...
Jul 17, 2025

Three Year Accreditation in Place for Our Community Foundation
The Daviess County-based Our Community Foundation has received re-accreditation with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations. The accreditation indicates that Our Community Foundation meets the highest standards for philanthropic excellence. Accreditation is evaluated every three years, and Our Community Foun...
Jul 16, 2025

Kenneth Steen, 93, Washington
Kenneth Ralph Steen 93 passed away on July 12, 2025. He was born September 15, 1931 to Aubrey and Alma (Wildridge) Steen. Kenneth graduated from Montgomery High School in 1950. He was inducted into the US Army in 1952. He served at the Fitz Simmons Army Hospital in Denver Colorado as a corporal Neuro Psychiatric Techni...
Jul 16, 2025

Harold Bruce Clinkenbeard, 82, Freelandville
Harold Bruce Clinkenbeard of Freelandville, Indiana, affectionately known as Bruce to friends and family, passed away on July 12, 2025, in Edwardsport, Indiana, at the age of 82. He was born on December 6, 1942, to the late John and Dorothy (Howard) Clinkenbeard in Bicknell, Indiana, and grew up in a large and loving h...
Jul 14, 2025

Betty Downs, 78, Loogootee
Betty R. "Sims" Downs of Loogootee, formerly of Dover Hill, age 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by her beloved family on July 12, 2025, in Loogootee, Indiana. Born on August 22, 1946, in Washington, Indiana, to the late Jacqueline Gaither Sims and Meredith Sims, Betty's life was one of unwavering faith,...
Jul 14, 2025
Don Dayton, 97,Washington
Donald Omer Dayton, 97, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2025, at Daviess Community Hospital, surrounded by the family who adored him. A life well-lived, Don was born on September 16, 1927, in Washington, Indiana-a town he called home for nearly a century. His was a life of deep devotion: to his country, to his faith...
Jul 14, 2025

Dick Abrams, 75, Shoals
Richard "Dick" Alcorn, 75, of Shoals, Indiana passed away July 9, 2025. He was born in Washington, Indiana to Velta and Betty Alcorn on January 2, 1950. Dick graduated from Washington High School in 1967 and continued his education at Indiana University, where he received a bachelor's degree in 1971. He marri...
Jul 11, 2025

Richard "Dick" Alcorn, 75
Richard "Dick" Alcorn, 75, of Shoals, Indiana passed away July 9, 2025. He was born in Washington, Indiana to Velta and Betty Alcorn on January 2, 1950. Dick graduated from Washington High School in 1967 and continued his education at Indiana University, where he received a bachelor's degree in 1971. He marri...
Jul 11, 2025

Shirley K. Yarbrough, 76
Shirley K. Yarbrough, a spirited soul known for her infectious joy and love for dancing, passed away at the venerable age of 76 on July 7, 2025, in Loogootee, Indiana. A native of Washington, Indiana, born on October 24, 1948, Shirley spent her lifetime embracing the beauty of everyday moments and the companionship of ...
Jul 10, 2025

Rita Kay Morgan, 84
It is with sadness and love that we announce the passing of our mother, , who left this world on July 2, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Rita faced her illness with the same strength and determination that defined her life. Even in her most difficult moments, she remained a source of wisdom and uncondition...
Jul 07, 2025

Jammie Tate-Shade, 53, Vincennes
Jaimie Lea Klusmeier Tate-Shade, aged 53, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on the 29th of June, 2025. She was born on November 19, 1971, in Oakland City, Indiana, the daughter of Ginger Rainbolt Klusmeier and the late George Klusmeier. She spent her childhood growing up in Johnson, Indiana. Jaimie is survi...
Jul 02, 2025
Charles Meier, 81, Bicknell
Charles H. Meier, a retired farmer and business owner, died at home in Bicknell, IN on June 24, 2025 at the age of 83. He was born at home on the kitchen table in Sullivan County, IN on July 31, 1941 to Charles W. and Ruby Meier. He was the fifth of six children. Charles is survived by his wife Dixie and his siblings, ...
Jun 30, 2025

Price Rise for CMS Athletics; NK to Hold Summer Skills Camp Starting July 28th
Clark Middle School has adjusted its pricing for the 2025-26 sports seasons. Starting with the fall sp orts, the single session ticket price will now be five dollars for adults, and free for all students, high school and younger. Family all-sport passes will be 100 dollars this year for up to four people, with single s...
Jul 15, 2025

Five-RBI Day Leads to Runaway Win in Babe Ruth Title Game
The Vincennes American Legion got a five RBI day from Rylee Fellows as part ofa 14-1, five inning win over the 40 and 8 in the Babe Ruth title game. The championship was the final game for the 2025 series of league games at the Vincennes Cub League this year. 40 and 8 led 1-0 after a half-inning, but the American Legio...
Jun 27, 2025

Kiwanis, Burkhart Insurance Take Cub League Titles
Kiwanis is the the Senior Division winner for this year's Vincennes Cub League tournament. The team dfeated league champion Pepsi five-four last night, with three runs in the top of the 5th inning making the difference. In the Junior Division final, Burkhart defeated Homes Plumbing 3-1, with single runs in the first th...
Jun 26, 2025

Two LHS Baseballers Named All-SIAC
Two Vincennes Lincoln players were named All-Conference for the ISAC for this year. Catcher Cooper Collins was named to the team, along with Brady Anderson as an infielder. Colton Wonning received an honorable mention selection. The SIAC co-players of the year were Castle's Will Coleman and Memorial's Maltthew Fisher. ...
Jun 24, 2025

Vincennes Cub League Finals Now Set; Babe Ruch Tournament Play Also Underway
The Vincennes Cub League semifinals were played last night at the Cub League complex. Here are the results from last night: Jr rookie PCA 12 Gatorade 11 Wabash Utilities 18 ONB 3 Sr Rookie Dumes 18 K of C 3 Bobe's 15 Wabash Foods 5 Junior league Homes Plumbing 6 Farbest foods 1 Burkhart insurance 6 GAB Wealth Managemen...
Jun 24, 2025

Pacers Fall to OKC in 7th Game
(Oklahoma City, OK) -- The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA champions for the first time. The Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game Seven of the NBA Finals in Oklahoma City. League MVP and Finals MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with a game-high 29 points and 12 assists. Chet Holmgren came up big o...
Jun 23, 2025

Area Sports Roundup for Friday
Vincennes Cub League tournament play began last night in several divisions. In the Junior Rookie League: PCA defeated McDonalds 17-13 Gatorade knocked out VU 17-8 In the Senior Rookie League: Dumes shuts out First Vincennes Savings Bank 13-0 Knights of Columbus downs Bauer Jewelers 9-0 In Junior League play: Farbest Fo...
Jun 20, 2025

SK Doubles Team of Caroline Beard and Grace Carie Named Second Team All-State
The doubles team of Caroline Beard and Grace Carie were named IHSAA Second Team All-State in tennis. The doubles team was also an All-District selection for District 7; and finished 23-3 and as a state finalist this year. Caroline Beard ends her career with an 82-12 record, while Carie went 72-7/ Beard is second in win...
Jun 18, 2025

Alli Hayden Takes Second All-District, Honorable Mention All-State Honors
Congratulations toSouth Knox tennis player Alli Hayden. Hayden was selected to the IHSAA All-District tennis team for District Seven. She also was named honorable mention all-state. Hayden finished her South Knox career with a record of 59-12; she was 16-5 for South Knox this year, as their Number 1 singles player. Thi...
Jun 17, 2025

Area Sports Roundup for Monday
South Knox tennis senior Grace Arnold was part of the annual North versus South Indiana Tennis match in Pendleton. Arnold was part of team that took a set in both singles and doubles competition. Arnold was one of 24 tennis playing seniors invited to complete. She also finished her South Knox tennis career with 85 wins...
Jun 16, 2025

SK Doubles Team of Beard and Carie Move to State Finals
The South Knox Doubles Team of Caroline Beard and Grace Carie are moving onto the Individual Doubles State Finals. Beard and Carie defeated Gibson Southern's #1 doubles team 6-1, 6-3 to win the regional title. They will play at the individual doubles state finals on Friday.
Jun 09, 2025
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Pilot with 'ideological motive' steals small aircraft and disrupts major international airport operations
A stolen Cessna 172 caused a security incident at Vancouver International Airport, halting operations before the pilot was apprehended and charged with hijacking
3h ago

Russia says NATO threatens WWIII in latest deterrence plan that could take down Kaliningrad 'faster than ever'
NATO's enhanced ground capabilities in the Baltic region spark Russian warnings as military focus intensifies on Kaliningrad and the strategic Suwalki Corridor
6h ago

Police search former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's home, political headquarters
Bolsonaro is also reportedly prohibited from contacting foreign ambassadors and diplomats amid local media reports that police executed search warrants at his home and political HQ.
10h ago

Regional powers clash after Israel targets Syrian territory in defense of vulnerable Druze civilians
Violence in Syria's Druze province has triggered Israeli military action, complicating relations with Turkey and creating a power vacuum that Iran could exploit.
10h ago

UK government to lower voting age to 16 before next national election despite strong conservative opposition
The U.K. plans to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 before the next national election, with opposition claiming Labour is trying to sway the electorate.
Jul 17, 2025

Pope demands ceasefire after Gaza's Catholic church is hit in apparent Israeli strike
Pope Leo XIV renewed his call for a ceasefire on Thursday after an apparent Israeli strike hit Gaza's only Catholic church, leaving two dead and several others, including the parish priest, injured.
Jul 17, 2025

Russia threatens West with ‘preemptive strikes’ as NATO looks to deliver Patriots 'as quickly as possible'
Former Russian President Medvedev calls for preemptive strikes while Trump gives Putin a 50-day ultimatum to reach peace with Ukraine or face sanctions.
Jul 17, 2025

Hamas losing iron grip on Gaza as US-backed group gets aid to Palestinians in need
While the international community criticizes the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a middle east expert says the U.S.- and Israel-backed organization is taking the power away from Hamas.
Jul 17, 2025

Ukraine's Zelenskyy names new prime minister for first time since Russia's war began
Yuliia Svyrydenko becomes Ukraine's new prime minister amid President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's executive branch shake with Russian war in fourth year.
Jul 17, 2025

Trump urged to aid Yemen's anti-Houthi forces as terror group escalates attacks on shipping
Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have sunk vessels and disrupted shipping routes worth $1 trillion annually, as Middle East experts call for U.S. support of Yemen's legitimate government.
Jul 17, 2025

Candace Cameron Bure glows in white bikini during relaxing beach day
Candace Cameron Bure shared a photo of herself in a white bikini enjoying a relaxing beach day with a can of Diet Coke and sweet and salty snacks.
1h ago

Teddi Mellencamp warns about critical medical oversight in her cancer journey
"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp claims her doctors had a medical oversight before she was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma.
2h ago

CEO caught on Coldplay concert Kiss Cam stays silent as wave of hoax statements circulate online
Astronomer tech company denies fake apology statement that went viral following Coldplay's Kiss Cam incident where Chris Martin called out executives for an alleged affair.
8h ago

Denise Richards' estranged husband fires back at violent abuse allegations
Denise Richards' estranged husband Aaron Phypers responded to claims that he physically abused his wife throughout their marriage.
8h ago

Billy Joel admits affair made him feel 'like a homewrecker,’ says he deserved being 'punched in the nose'
Piano Man Billy Joel opened up about falling for his best friend's wife in a new documentary, "Billy Joel: And So It Goes," premiering July 18.
14h ago

Rosie O'Donnell uses Irish comedy club set to harp on Trump feud
Rosie O'Donnell addressed Trump's citizenship threat during her Dublin comedy special, explaining their 20-year feud and how her viral response made headlines.
15h ago

'General Hospital' star Tristan Rogers diagnosed with cancer at 79
"General Hospital" actor Tristan Rogers, who played Robert Scorpio for over three decades, was diagnosed with cancer at age 79 and is working on a treatment plan.
Jul 17, 2025

'American Idol' exec murder suspect charged in double homicide
Suspect Raymond Boodarian was charged Thursday with the murders of "American Idol" music executive and her husband, who were found shot to death in their LA home.
Jul 17, 2025

Brooks Nader and Lindsey Vonn suffer wardrobe malfunctions at ESPY Awards
Brooks Nader and Lindsey Vonn both suffered wardrobe malfunctions while walking the red carpet at the ESPY Awards, with Nader having a nip-slip and Vonn's dress catching a breeze.
Jul 17, 2025

Coldplay's Chris Martin calls out couple on Kiss Cam, sparking affair accusations
A Kiss Cam moment at a Coldplay concert turned controversial when a couple, who internets sleuths claim are Astronomer executives Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot, were caught cozying up together on the jumbotron.
Jul 17, 2025