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ISP Trooper Injured Last Night in U-S 41 Accident Near Decker
An Indiana State Trooper was injured Tuesday night when he and his patrol vehicle were struck by a northbound SUV on US 41 near Decker in southern Knox County. The ISP says Master Trooper Brett Pool was standing outside of his patrol vehicle along ...
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PACE Boys and Beyond Starts Monday
The PACE Community Action Agency's annual Boys and Beyond session will happen next week at PACE headquarters on Fourth Street in Vincennes. PACE's Courtney Welage says the program hits a part of society not many of their programs even touch. Welage tells us the week is a concentrated course on teaching upper elementa...
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Vincennes Fourth of July Parade Taking Entries
Entries are being accepted now for the annual Fourth of July parade in downtown Vincennes. The annual parade will start at six p-m, and will be held rain or shine on the traditional downtown parade route. This year's theme is "Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom." All entries must be decorated in a patriotic m...
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Heaps of Jeeps Come to Vincennes This Weekend
It will be fun with a purpose this weekend, with the activities at the annual "Heaps of Jeeps" weekend. The activities will happen this Friday and Saturday at Highland Woods on Hart Street in Vincennes. John Yochum is helping run this year's event. Yochum is happy to say all the this years' proceeds will on...
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July First Grant Extension Granted for OCU Transfers Coming to VU
Vincennes University has announced a portal for former Oakland City University students to transfer to V-U programs. The group "Knox Life" has set forth set of scholarships from 500 to 1,000 dollars to help former O-C-U students transfer to V-U programs. The funding is designed to help those student conti...
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Boil Advisory Set for City of Linton Due to Water Main Break
Due to a water main break, the entire town of Linton is under a Boil Advisory until further notice. Linton residents are also reminded there will be a drop in water pressure until the breach is fixed.
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A Set of Milestones Ahead for GRC Memorial
The George Rogers Clark Memorial is celebrating two Presidential milestones this summer. The downtown Vincennes monument was visited by then President Franklin Roosevelt 90 years ago this month, and by then-President Lyndon Johnson 60 years ago next month. G-R-C chief ranger Joe Herron says soon, the site will celebra...
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Martinsville Man Arrested in Daviess County Burglary
The Daviess County Sheriff's Department arrested a Martinsville man on a warrant for Burglary, Theft of a Vehicle with a Prior Conviction, and Criminal Mischief. 35-year-old Tyler Egan is being held on $150,000 bond in the Daviess County Security Center.
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NKSB Gets Its Jump Start Money for United Way of Knox County
The North Knox School Board has accepted a 24-hundred dollar donation from the United Way of Knox County for its annual Kindergarten Jump Start program. The session is, in a sense, an orientation to the child's first experience with school. Also last night, the Board approved the contracts of various teachers to hand...
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Lela Layer, 65, Oaktown
Lela Ann Layer, age 65, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away on June 12, 2026. She was born on April 14, 1961, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived her life with a quiet strength, a loving heart, and a deep devotion to the people she held dear. Lela was a beloved daughter, mother, sister, grandmother, and great-grandmother who...
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Carolyn ARmes, 87, Washington
Carolyn S. Armes, 87, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 9, 2026. She was born on October 11, 1938, in Epsom, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a quiet strength that touched all who knew her. Born to the late Daniel McCullough and Eulah Smith McCullough, Caroly...
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Janice Fehlinger, 72, Vincennes
Janice Elaine "Abel" Fehlinger, age 72, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 15, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on October 7, 1953, in Vincennes, Indiana, the daughter of Howard and Betty "Qualkenbush" Abel. Janice graduated from high school and went on to build a life marked by dev...
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Michael Burton, 34, Vincennes
Michael Brandon Burton, age 34, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 1, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on November 21, 1991, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and the simple joys that made each day meaningful. Michael was a beloved son, brother, treasured uncle...
Jun 16, 2026
Greg Kelso, 62, Vincennes
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Gregory Lowell Kelso, who passed away on June 7, 2026, at the age of 62. Born on March 5, 1964, in Vincennes Greg was the son of Lowell and Linda Kelso. Greg wasn't just a carpenter; he was the guy who could turn a piece of wood into something truly amazing. When Greg ...
Jun 15, 2026
Evie Purry, 65, VVincennes
Evie May Purry, born on March 26, 1961, in Seymour, Indiana, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. She was the daughter of Earl and Wanda B. (Wright) McCullough. Evie married Tommie Purry on May 2, 2003. Evie dedicated many years of her life to working at Wal-Mart, where her kind spirit and br...
Jun 10, 2026
Martha Burnett, 90, Washington
Martha "Marty" P. Burnett, age 90, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 6, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1935, in Bloomington, Indiana, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family, her friends, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Marty attended school and later built a ste...
Jun 09, 2026
John Coyle, 69, Vinennes
John H. Coyle, age 69, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 3, 2026. He was born on July 2, 1956, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and lived a life marked by dedication and the simple joys that brought him happiness each day. John graduated from high school and went on to build a steady and respected career as a CNC M...
Jun 07, 2026
James L. Southgate, 82, Freelandville
James L. Southgate, age 82, of Freelandville, Indiana, passed away on June 5, 2026. He was born on April 14, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to his parents, Edward Southgate and Norma "Mikesell" Smith. James graduated from high school and, afterwards, spent many years working in salvage yards and maintaining ...
Jun 07, 2026
Shirley Bunte, 90, Bruceville
Shirley (Mattingly) Bunte, 90, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at her home with her family at her bedside. Shirley was born on November 24, 1935, in Washington, Indiana, to Alma (Alberti) and Joseph Mattingly. She married Joe Bunte in 1954. They were married for 64 years until he passed away...
Jun 01, 2026
Beverly Patton, 86, Bicknell
Beverly Sue Patton, age 86, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on February 5, 2026, in the town where she was born on September 20, 1939. She lived a full and meaningful life rooted in family, hard work, and the community she called home throughout her years. Throughout her working years, Beverly served in several roles...
May 31, 2026
JOhn Alton, 80, Terre Haute
John Clinton Alton, age 80, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on April 17, 1946, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by serving his country, having a family, and being a spirit that touched those around him. John enjoyed the simple pleasures that brought people together. He lo...
May 29, 2026
Carol Ann Bowers, 83, Freellandville
Carol Ann (Hislip) Bowers, 83, passed away on May 25, 2026. She was born April 19, 1943, to Willard and Elfrieda (Trabant) Hislip, in Vincennes, Indiana. She graduated in 1961 from Freelandville High School. Carol graduated from Vincennes University in 1963 with a secretarial degree. Carol was employed by Prudential In...
May 28, 2026
South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District
South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...
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South Knox's Alli Hayden Ends Tennis Career With Statewide Showcase
South KNox Senior Alli Hayden participated in the North vs. South Girls Tennis All-Star Match in Pendleton, IN on Sunday, June 14th with 25 other seniors. The match consisted of three rounds, and points were accumulated for either the North or South based on scores. In the first round, Alli played doubles with Ally Mc...
Jun 15, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Monday
The North Knox School Board named Doug Boyd as the Warriors new head coach on Friday afternoon. Boyd moves to Knox County after spending many years as an assistant coach for Sullivan. He will replace Josh Adams as the Warriors' head coach. South Knox tennis player Alli Hayden has been named to the South squad for the...
Jun 08, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. The Blue Chip All-Conference baseball team has been named fo...
Jun 05, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
NK Ousted from Linton Sectional Yesterday; Sullivan Wins Title
It took two swings of the bat-- a two run homer in the third, and a grand slam in the fourth--to eliminate the North Knox Warriors, 7=4, at the hands of the Sullivan Golden Arrows. Hunter Mason got the win for Sullivan, while Kason Oxby took the loss for the Warriors. Kason Oxby was relieving for Rylan Oxby; he was st...
Jun 02, 2026
NK Baseballers Set for Afternoon Baseball Semifinal at Linton
One Knox County team is still alive in baseball sectional play, as the North Knox Warriors play Sullivan at one this afternoon in the Linton Sectional. The Warriors were defeated by Sullivan when the two played early in the year. You can hear the game this afternoon on 105.7, WUZR. The winner plays tonight at six in ...
Jun 01, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
In baseball: A single run in the seventh was enough for the North Knox Warriors to defeat the host Linton Miners 3-2 at the Linton baseball sectional. Two wild pitches allowed Carter Becher to score the eventual winning run in the top of the seventh. Levi Pahmeier turned in a stellar complete game outing, as he allowe...
May 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Thursday
In baseball tournament action: Vincennes Lincoln's Brady Anderson came up with a one-hitter, as the Alices advance to the Jasper Sectional semifinals by defeating the host Wildcats 2-0. Anderson struck out eight in the win. The Alices scored in the first and in the seventh to get the victory. Nash Ransom and Tyson G...
May 28, 2026
Area Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The South Knox Lady Spartans were defeated in Sullivan sectional play by the Linter Miners 12-4. Linton led 10=0 before the Spartans scored two in the sixth, and two in the seventh, to extend the game to the full seven innings. Braelyn Gladish set a new single-season hits record with a first inning do uble, as she rec...
May 27, 2026
Sports Update Action Report Softball, Baseball, Tennis
In high school softball action The Lady Alices lost to 3A #5 Edgewood 5-0 The Lady Alices went toe to toe with One of the best teams in 3A, except for the 5th when Edgewood was able to string a few hits together and pushed 5 runs across. The Lady Alices finish the regular season with a 23-3 Mark and look to compete for...
May 22, 2026
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3 Brazilian men charged after woman tossed from bridge without safety rope
A 21-year-old woman died after instructors launched her from a bridge without attaching safety ropes during a rope-jumping event near São Paulo, Brazil.
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Russia linked to arson attacks on properties connected to UK PM Keir Starmer, police say
Russia allegedly linked to arson attacks on U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer's properties, with a reported diplomat accused of recruiting Ukrainian nationals.
Jun 16, 2026
Netanyahu's Israel grapples with Trump-Iran deal as details remain unclear
Defense Minister Katz says IDF will remain in Lebanon security zones as Israeli leaders debate Trump-Iran deal's impact on national security interests.
Jun 15, 2026
Iran's regime spins nuclear and Strait of Hormuz deal with Trump as victory over US, Israel
Trump announces U.S.-Iran MOU to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and address Iran's nuclear program while Iranian media claims victory over Washington.
Jun 15, 2026
Anti-G7 protest turns violent as demonstrators torch Tesla and smash UN office windows
Protesters set a Tesla vehicle on fire and smashed windows at a United Nations office in Geneva as they marched against an upcoming Group of Seven summit.
Jun 15, 2026
Khamenei's 'target-rich' funeral is Iran's biggest security gamble, sends message to US: expert
Iran's July funeral for Khamenei is a high-stakes bet that any peace deal with the U.S. will hold, creating a target-rich event, expert warns.
Jun 14, 2026
Israel fears Trump weary of 'highly suspicious' Netanyahu and could 'flip' amid Iran deal: analyst
An analyst says fears are growing in Jerusalem that President Trump could flip on Netanyahu amid U.S.-Iran deal tensions, with strikes in Beirut complicating talks.
Jun 14, 2026
IDF announces elimination of Hezbollah commander behind murder of 5 American soldiers
Israel eliminates senior Hezbollah commander Ali Musa Daqduq, accused of orchestrating the 2007 kidnapping and murder of five American soldiers.
Jun 14, 2026
Zelenskyy congratulates Trump on turning 80 in birthday call, vows more Ukraine peace talks at G7 on Tuesday
Zelenskyy congratulated Trump on turning 80 and discussed peace efforts in a phone call ahead of the G7 Summit, where the two leaders agreed to meet.
Jun 14, 2026
Germany pledges to build Europe's strongest army as NATO allies answer Trump pressure
Germany pledges to become Europe's strongest conventional army inside NATO, with ambassador saying Berlin is ready to assume greater defense role.
Jun 14, 2026
Brittany Aldean shows off toned physique in green bikini during tropical getaway
Brittany Aldean stuns in a green bikini top and patterned skirt in a new mirror selfie shared on her Instagram stories, captioning it with outfit pics.
8h ago
Lauren Silverman breaks silence on getting pregnant with Simon Cowell's child while married to someone else
Lauren Silverman reflects on finding out she was pregnant with Simon Cowell's son while still married, calling it one of the hardest times of her life.
9h ago
Reality star's daughter arrested on assault charge in New Jersey stemming from alleged dispute
Milania Giudice, daughter of 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' star Teresa Giudice, was charged with simple assault after a May dispute in Montville Township.
9h ago
Jennifer Lopez takes blame for Ben Affleck divorce, says she needed to 'figure' herself out after split
Jennifer Lopez takes blame for her divorce from Ben Affleck, saying on the "Smartless" podcast that her life choices led her to make major personal changes.
10h ago
Country star Brett Eldredge secretly married mystery bride after years of private romance
Country star Brett Eldredge reveals he secretly married his mystery bride, sharing the news on Instagram with a heartfelt caption about their love.
12h ago
Jelly Roll, Bunnie Xo hinted at divorce weeks before the news broke with cryptic lyrics and missing rings
Jelly Roll and Bunnie Xo dropped subtle hints of marriage trouble weeks before the divorce filing, from cryptic song lyrics to ditched wedding rings.
12h ago
Oliver Tree made eerie comments about his will weeks before fatal helicopter crash in Rio de Janeiro
Oliver Tree made eerie comments about his will weeks before he was killed when two helicopters collided in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on Sunday morning.
15h ago
Beckham family drama continues to be messy as David dodges questions while son Brooklyn adds fuel to the fire
Harper Beckham reportedly attempted to visit Brooklyn's Beverly Hills home, but reps called the moment "choreographed for the cameras" amid family feud.
19h ago
Gregg Allman was haunted by father's murder and brother's death, fueling decades of addiction: doc
New documentary explores how Gregg Allman's father's murder, brother Duane's death and years of addiction shaped his music and led to redemption.
21h ago
Jelly Roll files for divorce from wife Bunnie Xo after almost a decade of marriage
Jelly Roll has filed for divorce from wife Bunnie Xo in Tennessee, just months after the couple showed PDA at the 2026 Grammys red carpet event.
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