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Ground Broken at WestGate Academy for New National Security Industrial Hub
Bloomfield is set to become a hub for a major national defense project that leaders say could bring thousands of high-paying jobs to southern Indiana. Ground was broken at WestGate Academy for a new National Security Industrial Hub led by the American Center for Manufacturing & Innovation at Crane Naval Base. The c...
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PROJECT UPDATE: Crossover closure planned for intersection on State Road 37 in Lawrence County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says the crossover on State Road 37 at Wesley Chapel Road in Lawrence County is scheduled to be closed Monday, for work on Phase 3 of an intersection improvement project near Bedford. Traffic needing to turn left at this intersection will need to utilize the median U-turns. One ...
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Road Closure Planned for State Road 56 In Orange County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 56 is scheduled to be closed Monday between Emerald Drive and New York Street near French Lick. This road closure will allow for a box culvert replacement project. Work is expected to last through the end of April, depending on the weather. The official detour fo...
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High School Basketball Action Report
Boys Basketball Gibson southern defeated pike centreal 79 to 40 Linton beat Mitchell 78 to 52 Rivet beat Evansville day 58 to 51 Girls Basketball It was the musketeers defeating the warriors 49 to 44 in the semi state game
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Bears Stadium in Northwest Indiana One Step Closer to Reality
A bill to create a northwest Indiana stadium authority, backed by the Chicago Bears, has cleared the Indiana House Ways and Means Committee, bringing the proposal for a new NFL stadium in Hammond one step closer to reality. House Speaker Todd Huston says Senate Bill 27, which has already passed the Indiana Senate, woul...
Feb 21, 2026
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DCH Lifts Temporary Visitor Restrictions
Daviess Community Hospital has lifted its temporary visitor restrictions following a sustained decline in regional respiratory illness cases. The measures-implemented during peak respiratory illness season-limited visits from symptomatic individuals and restricted visitors under age 16 to protect vulnerable patie...
Feb 21, 2026
Indiana Students to Get Free FAFSA Filing Help at College Goal Sunday February 22nd
Financial aid professionals will assist Indiana students and families with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, at 34 locations during College Goal Sunday to be held this Sunday at 2 PM (local time). The event is free, and FAFSA filing by April 15th is required to ensure eligibility for state ...
Feb 21, 2026
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Storm Damage in Bloomington Area
A possible tornado hit Bloomington Thursday night, damaging homes, a bank, the county airport, a Kia dealership, and the local Humane Association shelter. Roofs were torn off homes on Fieldstone Boulevard, fences and powerlines were down, and over 2,000 customers lost electricity. The Humane Association confirmed all a...
Feb 21, 2026
Tornado Damage Reported in Crawford Co., IL
Portions of Crawford County, Illinois, are still recovering from a tornado that struck there Thursday evening. According to sister station WTYE in Robinson, authorities confirmed tornado touchdowns causing damage to 12 to 15 properties, including at least two total losses. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported...
Feb 21, 2026
Princeton Man Crashes After Being Clocked by Radar At 135 MPH
A Princeton man is hospitalized with serious injuries at an Evansville hospital after crashing his motorcycle Thursday night during a police pursuit in Gibson County. The driver fled from an Indiana State trooper after he was clocked at 135 miles per hour on US 41. The driver won't be identified until charges are filed...
Feb 21, 2026
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Walter Roy Jr., 57, Washington
Walter Roy Jr., affectionately known as Jr. to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Washington, IN. Born on April 4, 1968, in Madison, IN, Jr. lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to those he loved. Jr. was the beloved son of the late Walter and Sue ...
Feb 19, 2026
Della Strate, 87, Vincennes
Della Mae Strate, age 87, a lifelong resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on February 15, 2026, in her hometown. Born on March 5, 1938, to the late Floyd and Irene "Huffer" McCormick, Della cultivated a life that was a testament to her kindness and enduring spirit. Della graduated from the local high school...
Feb 19, 2026
Robert Grigsby, 92. Freelandville
Robert Niles Grigsby, born on January 23, 1934, in Bruceville, Indiana, passed away at the age of 92, with his devoted wife of 70 years by his side in Freelandville, Indiana, on February 14, 2026. Robert spent his many years of life enriching those around him with his loving spirit and the joy he found in the simple pl...
Feb 17, 2026
Cheryl Reeder, 75, Vincennes
Cheryl Reeder, 75, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away February 14, 2026. She was born in Bedford, Indiana on July 21, 1949, to William Barlow and Joann Ryder. Cheryl worked as a server for many years and at the Harmony Club for 13 years. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, baking, crafting, crocheting, and spending t...
Feb 17, 2026
Donald Goforth, 88 Evansville
Donald Eugene Goforth, a loving family man and respected community member, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 88 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 18, 1937, in Henryville, Indiana, he lived a full and vibrant life, treasured by all who knew him. Don graduated from high school and went on to master the ...
Feb 15, 2026
Jeff Kolb, 74, Vincennes
Jeffrey Barnes Kolb, 74, of Vincennes, IN, died on February 7, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN, following heart surgery. He was born in Fort Meade, MD, on May 28, 1951, to Joe and Norma (Schumacher) Kolb. He was married to Deborah (Nosko) Kolb for 52 years and together they had three children: Justin, Joanna, and John. Jeff,...
Feb 12, 2026
Marilyn Smith,89, Vincennes
Marilyn Louise (Martindale) Smith, 89, passed away February 7, 2026 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. She was born April 13, 1936 to the late John and Jennie (Church) Martindale in Vincennes, IN. She graduated from Monroe City High School in 1954 and married Orison (John) Smith on October 30, 1954. The couple lived in Hanau...
Feb 09, 2026
Kiara Schuckert-Jones, 39, Vincennes
Kiara Joy Schuckert-Jones, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, at the age of 39. Born on March 10, 1986, in Massillon, Ohio, Kiara's loving spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. Kiara is survived by her children, Skyla Lopez, Aly...
Feb 06, 2026
Charles Terrell, 88, Shoals
Charles E. (Charlie) Terrell, Sr., of Shoals, age 88, went to his heavenly home on February 4, 2026. Born April 12, 1937, in Martin County, he was the son of Charlie Terrell and Bertha Mae (Owens) Terrell. He was the 11th child of 12 and the last living member of his family. He married the love of his life, Wilma Taylo...
Feb 06, 2026
Drayven Tate, 7, Vincennes
Drayven Alias Tate passed away at the tender age of 7, on February 1, 2026, in Vincennes, IN. Born on September 22, 2018, in Newburgh, IN, to Joseph Edward Schlumpf Jr. and MiKayla Marie Tate, Drayven's vibrant spirit and smile brightened the lives of all who knew him. From a young age, Drayven's personality shown thro...
Feb 05, 2026
Norma Ruth Archer, 90, Oaktown
Norma Ruth "Hoover" Archer, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in Oaktown, IN, on February 3, 2026. Born on April 4, 1936, in Fairland, OK, near the Lake of the Cherokee, to the late James Virgil and Maggie Lee "Chancellor" Hoover, Norma grew to becom...
Feb 05, 2026
Betty Mathias, 92, Washington
Elizabeth "Betty" Mathias, 92, of Washington, Indiana went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 28, 1933, to the late Theodore "Ted" and Mary Murphy. Betty graduated from Washington Catholic School in 1951. She began her career with Southern Bell, l...
Feb 05, 2026
Boys and Girls High School Basketball Action!!
Boys HS Basketball North Daviess Defeated White River Valley 61 to 39 Eastern Greene Beat Shakamak 58 to 39 Washington bested South Knox 67 to 42 Lincoln defeat the Evansville Memorial 48 to 35 In Girls HS Basketball Action it was Bloomfield defeating North Knox 87 to 46
Feb 21, 2026
Three Knox County Schools in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices return to Alice Arena tonight to face the Memorial Tigers. Tip time is 8 pm on 92.1, WZDM, and live streamed on tocsportsnetwork.com. The North Knox Warriors head to the Glover Gym to play the Bloomfield Cardinals. Game time there is 7:30 on 97.7, WAOV. The South Knox Spartans will travel t...
Feb 20, 2026
Three Knox County Boys' Basketball Teams in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices are back in action tonight, as they will travel to Newburgh to play the Castle Knights. Tip time is 8 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. Two Knox County feams face off, as the Rivet Patriots will host the South Knox Spartans at the Holscher Gym. Tip time is 7 pm; you can hear the game...
Feb 17, 2026
North Knox, Washington Knox Get Semi-State Directions
The North Knox Lady Warriors will head to Greencastle this Saturday for the 2-A Girls' Basketball Semi-State at Greencastle. They will face Pekin Eastern High School around noon on Saturday. Game 1 features Heritage Christian and Parke Heritage; that tips off around ten a-m. You can hear that North Knox-Pekin Eastern g...
Feb 16, 2026
Girls and Boys High School Basketball Action Report!!!!
HS Girls Regional Basketball Evansville Christian defeated White River Valley 73 to 32 North Knox took out Mater Dei 48 to 42 In Boys HS Basketball South Knox handled Shoals 59 to 37 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Wood Memorial 62 to 55
Feb 15, 2026
Boys Basketball Tonight; Girls' Regional Coverage Tomorrow
Knox County basketball gets back in full swing tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alics step out of conference tonight to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. The game at the Glover Gym begins at 7:30; hear it on 92.1, WZDM/ The South Knox Spartans will entertain the Barr-Reeve Vikings in a key Blue Chil Conference matchup. Tip ...
Feb 13, 2026
Rivet, South Knox Head Up Boys' Basketball This Evening
The Rivet Patriots will face the Clay City Eels tonight at the Holscher Gym in downtown Vincennes. Tip time is 7 pm; hear the game on 97/7, WAOV. It is a Blue Chip Conference matchup tonight for the South Knox Spartans, as they face Loogootee at Jack Butcher Arena. Tip time is 7:30; that one will be on 105.7, WUZR.
Feb 10, 2026
North Knox, Washington Preparing for Regional Action at Boonville Saturday
Regioual round matchups are set, including an area doubleheader Saturday at Boonville. Game 1 features the North Knox Warriors vs. the Mater Dei Wildcats in a 2-A regional. That tip is set for 2 pm Saturday; you can hear it on 105.7, WUZR. Game 2 is for a 3-A Regional title; that will go at five Saturday afternoon, as ...
Feb 09, 2026
High School Basketball Action!!!
HS Boys Basketball action Evansville Mater Dei defeated Pike Central 72 to 31 Barr Reeve bested Rivet 46 to 41 HS Girls Basketball Action White River Valley beat Shakamak 43 to 40 North Knox defeated Linton 55 to 46
Feb 08, 2026
Girls High School Basketball!!!
White River Valley defeated Bloomington lighthouse 57 to 22 Shakamak took out Clay City 61 to 24 Loogootee narrowly defeated north davies 35 to 34 North Knox put a beat down on South Knox 72 to 48 Washington handled Vincennes Lincoln 67 to 37
Feb 07, 2026
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Boys Basketball Recap for Friday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices lost a close one last night, 55-52, to the Washingotn Hatchets at Alice Arena. The Alices were led in scoring by Leyton Battles with 20. The 7-13 Alices are back in action when the travel to the Glover Gym a week from tonight, to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. A two-point third quarter did ...
Feb 06, 2026
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Tourists in Mexican seaside city told to stay on resort as government warns of 'clashes'
Tourists were told not leave Puerto Vallarta resorts as officials warn of violent "clashes" following federal operation. Dark smoke was seen filling the skies over the vacation city.
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Iran announces test of new naval air defense missile in Strait of Hormuz as US military buildup continues
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy launched the Sayyad 3-G naval air defense missile during exercises in the Strait of Hormuz as U.S. naval forces build up in the Gulf.
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1 dead, dozens injured in 'terrorist attack' in Ukraine, Zelenskyy says
A 33-year-old suspect has been detained after explosions in central Lviv killed a police officer and injured 25 people.
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Hungary threatens to block EU loan to Ukraine unless Russian oil shipments resume
Hungary is threatening to block a 90 billion-euro EU support loan for Ukraine unless oil transit through the Russian-linked Druzhba pipeline is restored.
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Turkey's growing reach in Africa seen complicating US strategy, analysts warn
Turkey's expansion into Africa through commerce including military sales reportedly challenges U.S. interests as ongoing conflicts create new opportunities for Ankara.
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Delayed justice: Argentina's secret Nazi files expose costly inaction in pursuit of war criminals
Declassified Argentine files reveal how Nazi war criminals Adolf Eichmann and Walter Kutschmann lived openly in South America for decades after World War II.
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Truck caught on camera plowing into famed Australian synagogue in alleged hate crime
Video shows the moment a man allegedly drove a truck into the Brisbane Synagogue gates before fleeing. The suspect is facing hate crime charges.
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Potential US military strikes on Iran could target specific individuals, pursue regime change: report
A report said potential American military strikes on Iran could target individuals or pursue regime change, as the U.S. wants to reach a deal with Iran.
Feb 21, 2026
Israelis keep suitcases packed and ready as Trump weighs potential Iran strike decision
Israel appears normal with busy cafés and beaches, but citizens live with constant anxiety about potential U.S. strikes on Iran and retaliation fears.
Feb 21, 2026
Truck smashes into famed synagogue, police charge man with hate crime: 'Very distressing'
A man is charged with a hate crime after allegedly ramming a truck into the Brisbane Synagogue gates. The 32-year-old faces multiple charges including vilification.
Feb 21, 2026
Coldplay kiss-cam's Kristin Cabot hits Miami beach in bikini before crisis conference keynote
Coldplay kiss-cam's Kristin Cabot shows toned abs in Miami beach photos ahead of crisis communications keynote about overcoming viral scandal aftermath.
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Daryl Hannah gets 'dirty' treatment in new JFK Jr series as fans cry foul over portrayal
Daryl Hannah faces significant backlash over her alleged negative portrayal in FX's "Love Story" series about JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette's relationship.
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Eric Dane's wife Rebecca Gayheart breaks silence days after actor's death
Rebecca Gayheart thanks community for overwhelming support after husband Eric Dane's reported death from ALS. Actress expressed deep gratitude for love.
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Morgan Fairchild refused to 'sell my soul' for Hollywood fame
Morgan Fairchild reveals how she refused to "sell her soul" in Hollywood, turning down casting couch culture that cost her roles but preserved dignity.
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Kate Hudson says Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell made her 'earn' everything: 'None of it belonged to us'
Kate Hudson opens up about growing up with Hollywood privilege and how Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russell taught her to earn every opportunity on her own merit.
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Halle Berry says 'Monster's Ball' sex scene could have ended her career
Halle Berry reveals how her risky nude scene in "Monster's Ball" nearly ended her career but led to her historic Oscar win as first Black woman to win best actress.
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Barry Manilow cancels upcoming tour dates due to continuing health issues
Barry Manilow's doctor says his lungs aren't ready for 90-minute shows following recent cancer scare. Singer reschedules arena dates through March.
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'American Pickers' star Mike Wolfe gets candid about Frank Fritz's final years: 'We loved each other'
Mike Wolfe launches new History Channel series while honoring late "American Pickers" co-star Frank Fritz, who died from stroke complications in 2024.
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Former Prince Andrew's daughters torn between loyalty and legacy after father's birthday arrest: experts
Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie face tough choices about their futures as their father, former Prince Andrew, is accused of sharing information to late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Kate Middleton makes first public appearance since former Prince Andrew's arrest
The Princess of Wales attended an England vs Ireland rugby match Saturday after ex-Prince Andrew's arrest. King Charles has expressed his "deepest concern" over the scandal.
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