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Average Price of Gas in Indiana Rises to $3.83 Per Gallon; Diesel $4.97
The Triple-A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Friday stood at $3.83 a gallon, the same as Thursday and 8¢ lower than Friday's national average of $3.91 per gallon.. It was also 35¢ higher than a week ago, $1.10 higher than a month ago, and 66¢ higher than a year ago. Triple-A says t...
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Indiana Sheriff's Association College Scholarships
The Indiana Sheriffs' Association is awarding college scholarships to qualified high school seniors or college students who are pursuing a degree in criminal justice studies. There will be approximately forty $1,000 scholarships awarded to qualifying students throughout the state. Scholarship applications are available...
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Electric company scrutiny
State regulators are putting Indiana's five largest electric companies under the microscope next week. The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will hold an all-day investigative inquiry next Tuesday in Indianapolis to address rising energy costs and bill transparency. While the public can watch the hearing via YouTub...
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Health- Depression in United States worst in Pike
Pike County has the eighth-highest risk for severe depression in the U.S., with Orange, Carroll, and Decatur counties also ranking in the top 50 nationwide. Research suggests these higher rates in the state are fueled by a lack of mental health specialists and limited insurance coverage compared to more metropolitan ar...
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Daviess Co. Arrests
The Daviess County Sheriff's Department arrested a Washington man Thursday on a warrant for Failure to Register as a Sex or Violent Offender. 25-year-old Kevin Kendall is being held on $50,000 bond in the Daviess County Security Center. The Daviess County Sheriff's Department arrested 64-year-old Steven Cozart of Washi...
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KC Highway-Road closure
The Knox County Highway Department has closed part of Pine Bluff Road from Hammelman Road to Stoelting (STELL-ting) Road due to a failed culvert. The problem will keep that part of Pine Bluff Road closed for the next several weeks. Anyone using that stretch of Pine Bluff Road is reminded an alternate route will be nee...
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A Reminder-- Report Potholes to INDOT
It's pothole season and the Indiana Department of Transportation wants you to report them when you see them on state-maintained highways. Potholes form when water infiltrates cracks in pavement, freezes and thaws repeatedly, and traffic pressure causes the weakened asphalt to collapse. You can report potholes on state ...
Mar 20, 2026
Healthy Laughter to Key for April Conference at the Skelton Center
Healthy laughter will be the focus of a Hometown Humor takeover April 12th to 15th. The presentation will be held at the Red Skelton Performing Arts Center on the Vincennes University campus. The event is being hosted by the Red Skelton Museum of American Comedy. Museum director Anne Pratt got the idea to bring the c...
Mar 20, 2026
Living and Working in Knox County-- The Goal if KCIED
Progress continues on various housing projects in and around Vincennes, as County officials move toward getting people to live where they work. A big part of that is the under-construction Bierhaus Flats complex on Bierhaus Boulevard. Knox County Indiana Economic Development director Chris Pfaff says the first units a...
Mar 20, 2026
SR 257 Now Re-Open
Daviess County Central Dispatch reports State Road 257 has reopened to traffic. The highway had been closed due to flooding.
Mar 20, 2026
Kathryn Shots, 83, Vincennes
Kathryn "Hartley" Shots, age 83, a cherished wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother, passed away in her hometown of Vincennes, IN, on March 19, 2026. Born on October 9, 1942, in Knox Co., IN, Kathryn lived a full and warm life, leaving behind a legacy of joyfulness and compassion. Kathryn married her life...
Mar 20, 2026
James Lowery, 51, Vincennes
James Franklin Lowery Jr., born on February 7th, 1975, in Oklahoma City, OK, passed away at the age of 51 on March 17th, 2026, in Vincennes, IN. Known for his kind heart and adventurous spirit, James's departure leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. James, a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, is...
Mar 19, 2026
Joan Chambon, 88, Vincennes
Joan Chambon, 88, went to be with the Lord on March 15, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on October 14, 1937, to the late Jewell and Pearl Hocker. She graduated from Lincoln High School in 1955 and continued her education at Vincennes University, where she graduated in 1958. Joan married the love of her life, D...
Mar 17, 2026
Marilyn Bilskie, 89, Vincennes
Marilyn M. "Horrall" Bilskie, born November 23, 1936, to Beryl and Lucille "Tennis" Horrall, who preceded her in death. Husband Vincent Bilskie Jr. and daughter Jackie Bilskie and great-grandson Boone Bilskie also preceded her in death, along with her twin brother Marlin "Buzz" Horrall, an...
Mar 12, 2026
Patricia Clark, 74, Washington
Patricia D. Clark, 74, of Washington, Indiana passed away on March 9, 2026. She was born in Washington, Indiana on April 12, 1951, to the late John and Mildred "Mickey" Wilkins. Patty graduated from Washington High School in 1969. She married the love of her life Gary Clark on December 26, 1976. Patty was a h...
Mar 12, 2026
Virginia Wollerman, 82, Vincennes
Virginia A. Wollerman, 82, better known as Ginger passed away peacefully at 8:50 am on March 11, 2026, at Gentle Care Nursing Home in Vincennes. She was born on November 7, 1943, in Vincennes the daughter of Tom and Marie (Allen) Cooper. She married Randall A. Wollerman on June 20, 1964, and he preceded her in death on...
Mar 12, 2026
Ronald Adcock, 85, Bicknell
Ronald Edward Adcock, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 8, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, age 85. He was born to the late Charles E. and Leona M. "Ernest" Adcock on January 19, 1941, in Bakersfield, California, and from his early years, he demonstrated a profound dedicat...
Mar 10, 2026
Alice Sanders, 67, Vincennes
Alice L. Sanders, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 7, 2026, in her hometown of Vincennes, IN, where she was born on March 16, 1959. Alice's life was marked by devotion to her family, her work, and her many interests that brought joy not only to her but to all wh...
Mar 10, 2026
James Turnage, 76, Vincennes
James Turnage passed away in the early hours of March 6th peacefully in his sleep. James was born in 1949 to his parents Margie and Floyd as the oldest of 9. He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1967. Instead of being drafted he chose the Marines just because someone said he couldn't do it. After serving a year i...
Mar 10, 2026
Betty Hayes,95, Flat Rock IL
Betty Lucille (McCoy) Hayes, 95, of Flat Rock, IL passed away on March 1, 2026, in the comfort of her home. She was born on August 17, 1930, in Huntingburg, IN. Betty carried a deep sense of compassion for others after losing her mother at the young age of 49 to breast cancer. She was only 15 when she stated caring for...
Mar 10, 2026
Helen Crowley, 92, Vincennes
Helen Agnes "Deckard" Crowley, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in her hometown of Vincennes, Indiana, on March 7, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on March 28, 1933, to parents Adrian Roscoe and Martha Josephine "Warner" Deckard, Helen's heartwarming p...
Mar 09, 2026
Janice Boyles, 86, Carmel
Janice K (Holder) Boyles peacefully passed on March 4th, 2026, at her home in Carmel, Indiana. Janice was a family first mother, who worked tirelessly to ensure the health, safety and happiness of her immediate family. We are all grateful for the guidance, support, encouragement and love she so generously gave to all o...
Mar 09, 2026
Lesi Primus, Katie Reed Named to Hoosier Hoops All-Star Game April 29th
It's pothole season and the Indiana Department of Transportation wants you to report them when you see them on state-maintained highways. Potholes form when water infiltrates cracks in pavement, freezes and thaws repeatedly, and traffic pressure causes the weakened asphalt to collapse. You can report potholes on state ...
Mar 20, 2026
North Knox's Korbin Jones Picked for Indiana Football South All-Star Team
North Knox offensive lineman Korbin Jones will play in the Indiana North-South All-Star Game in July. The statewide showcase for high school seniors will happen at Decatur Central High School in Indianapolis on July tenth at 7:05 pm. The game features the best talent from across Indiana in an all-star event. The game ...
Mar 17, 2026
Interim WHS Coach Brandt Schuckman Won't Seek Job on Permanent Basis
The interim coach at Washington High School will not take the job permanently. Coach Brandt Schuckman is stepping down after taking over at mid-year for the Hatchets. Schuckman pointed bo both family responsibilities and business interests as his reasons for not seeking the job permanently. He went 7-3 in his interim...
Mar 12, 2026
Former Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly retires
Former Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly has announced his retirement from the NFL after 10 seasons. The Colts selected Kelly in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He went on to start 121 games and earn four Pro Bowl selections during his time in Indianapolis. Kelly spent his final season with the Minnesota Viki...
Mar 08, 2026
Sectional Championship Sports Report Update
Linton Stockton---54---Linton Stockton advances to the Regional at 23-4 vs Paoli 26-0 Sullivan---49---Sullivan finishes at 17-8
Mar 08, 2026
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Friday Sports Action Update
Linton Stockton---54---Linton Stockton is now 22-4 South Knox ---48---South Knox finishes at 10-14 Sullivan---59---Sullivan is now 17-7 West Vigo---37---West Vigo finishes at 16-8 Sectional Championship---Saturday 3/7/26---7:00pm Sullivan 17-7 vs Linton Stockton 22-4 Bloomfield defeated clay city 51 to 28 Barr-Reeve to...
Mar 07, 2026
Several ARea Girls Named All-State by IBCA
Several area girls'players have been named to the various IBCA Coaches' All-State teams. In this area, only one player was named as an IBCA senior "Supreme 15" player, as Evansville Central's Maddy Shirley was on that list. Two players were namedf Senior A-State, with North Knox's Lexi Primus and Washington's...
Mar 06, 2026
A Few Changes for Classifications for Next 2 Years
The newest two-year classifications are in, and all four Knox County teams have stayed in the same classes for the coming year. Some area teams have made moves though, especially for football. Among the area moves, Washington is down from 4-A to 3-A for the next two years. Also Sullivan moves up a class, from 2-A to ...
Mar 05, 2026
Rivet Moves On, LHS, NK Go Home on Night One of Sectionals
The Vincennes Linocln Alices were eliminated in a close game at the Hatchet House, as the home team Washington Hatchets dfeated them 38-33. Colton Duke led for LHS with 12, Vincennes Lincoln ends the season at 12-13. The North Knox Warriors were within five, but a 20-8 fourth quarter carries the West Vigo Vikings on ...
Mar 04, 2026
Lexi Primus Invited to Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 Workout
North Knox senior Lexi Primus is one of six players from the area to be invited to the annual Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 workout. Primus is joined by two Washington players-Katie Reed and Shay Hawk-along with Allie Taylor from Princeton, Emily Parker from Boonville, and Bailey Hipe from Reitz. The annual top 6...
Mar 03, 2026
NK Lady Warriors Coach Steve Meurer to REtire from Coaching
After 18 years heading the North Knox Lady Warrior program, head coach Steve Meurer is planning to step down as the team's leader. The letter spelling out his intentions has been sent to the North Knox School Board for their potential acceptance. Meurer will retire with 445 overall wins in 30 years of coaching at Nort...
Mar 02, 2026
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Families of Iran's elite live lavishly abroad while ordinary citizens suffer at home
Critics say children of Iran's ruling elite live freely in the West while their families enforce strict rules at home, with calls to sanction them.
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Live possum discovered hiding among plush toys in an Australian airport gift shop
A wild possum found a clever hiding spot among plush toys in an airport gift shop in Australia and was safely removed, staff confirmed.
16h ago
Australian prime minister heckled at mosque, called 'putrid dog' by protestors
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese faced a hostile reception at Sydney's Lakemba Mosque as protesters label him a "genocide supporter" over the Gaza conflict.
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Iranian man, 2nd person arrested after allegedly trying to enter UK nuclear missile base: report
Authorities in the United Kingdom told Fox News Digital that two people were arrested after unsuccessfully attempting to enter HM Naval Base Clyde in Scotland.
Mar 20, 2026
Ukraine peace talks on 'situational pause' as Middle East conflict intensifies: Kremlin
The Kremlin says Ukraine peace talks are on a "situational pause" as Zelenskyy signals a Ukrainian team could resume negotiations as soon as Saturday.
Mar 20, 2026
Denmark secretly prepared to blow up Greenland's runways to stop US aircraft: report
Denmark disguised a troop deployment to Greenland as a NATO exercise called Arctic Endurance, with soldiers carrying explosives, DR reported, citing 12 high-level sources.
Mar 19, 2026
Iran's new supreme leader linked to properties with 'line of sight' into Israeli UK Embassy
Two London apartments linked to Mojtaba Khamenei sit less than 50 meters from the Israeli Embassy which a terrorism specialist says constitutes a serious security breach.
Mar 19, 2026
Iran arrests 97 people it accuses of being 'soldiers of Israel' in massive crackdown
Iran has detained hundreds since the war began, including 97 accused of ties to Israel, following the assassination of intelligence minister Esmaeil Khatib in a targeted Israeli strike.
Mar 19, 2026
Trump rates Macron 'an 8' as France and US split over Middle East strategy
Macron calls for Middle East de-escalation while Trump and Israel push military pressure against Iran, exposing growing diplomatic rifts over regional strategy.
Mar 19, 2026
Neither the US nor Israel will 'succeed in replacing the Iranian regime,' retired US general says
Retired U.S. Lt. Gen. Mark Schwartz told an Israeli newspaper that he believes "neither Israel nor the U.S. will fully succeed in replacing the Iranian regime."
Mar 19, 2026
Coldplay Kiss Cam exec accuses Gwyneth Paltrow and Ryan Reynolds of fueling scandal with viral ad
HR executive Kristin Cabot slams Gwyneth Paltrow and Ryan Reynolds for mocking her Coldplay Kiss Cam scandal in commercial, calling it hypocritical.
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Denise Richards debuts 'shocking' facelift transformation in before-and-after photos
Denise Richards reveals details of her facelift, including her daughters' pushback, divorce recovery and placing full trust in Dr. Ben Talei.
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'Love Is Blind' stars call out 'superficial' big-city dating, say Midwest is the real 'hidden gem'
"Love Is Blind" couple Vic St. John and Christine Hamilton reveal why Midwest dating differs from big cities, sharing insights on modern romance challenges.
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Chuck Norris credited mother's prayers for saving him from 'losing my soul to Hollywood'
Chuck Norris credits his mother's lifelong prayers for saving his soul during his Hollywood struggles, calling her an example of perseverance and faith.
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Meet Carolyn Bessette's ex before JFK Jr: 'Baywatch' star once said she 'still loved me' after marriage
New Hulu show spotlights JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's tragic romance, featuring her former boyfriend Michael Bergin, the famous Calvin Klein model.
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New video shows Justin Timberlake struggling through sobriety tests during Hamptons stop
Newly released police body camera footage shows Justin Timberlake struggling through field sobriety tests during his 2024 DWI arrest in Sag Harbor.
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'Buffy the Vampire Slayer' star Nicholas Brendon dead at 54
Nicholas Brendon, who played Xander Harris on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," died March 20 at age 54. His family says he died in his sleep of natural causes.
16h ago
Joseph Duggar faces 8 new criminal charges in Arkansas as wife Kendra also taken into custody
Joseph Duggar and wife Kendra face Arkansas charges including false imprisonment as the "19 Kids and Counting" star also faces Florida molestation charges.
18h ago
Kathy Ireland reveals 'big red flag' that exposed alleged $100M 'unconscionable' betrayal
Kathy Ireland claims former business managers destroyed her credit, forced her family to sell their home, and left her and husband Greg Olsen in debt.
19h ago
Val Kilmer's controversial AI resurrection sparks backlash as fans fume: 'It should be illegal'
Val Kilmer fans are reacting negatively to plans to use AI to portray the late actor in "As Deep as the Grave," a role he was cast in but could not film before his death.
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