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CCMG Paving Work to Start Next Week
The Knox County Highway Department will start its fall Community Crossings Matching Grant paving on Monday. The work is set to continue through at least Monday, October fifth. The first work will be held Monday on Hickory Corner Road from State Road 241 to State Road 61. Work on Tuesday of next week is scheduled for ...
22h ago
Looming Salt Shortage Affecting Winter Clearing Plans
Even in one of the hottest times of the year, the City of Vincennes is thinking about the coming winter. Crews across the City are looking forward toward what issues the colder months can bring with it. One issue that could be a problem across the area is a nationwide shortage of road salt. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yoch...
22h ago
Even With Indiana Gas Tax Suspension, Gas Prices Increasing to Near 4 Dollars a Gallon
Indiana gas prices are nearing $4.00 per gallon. Triple A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Thursday was $3.92 per gallon, 33¢ higher since Tuesday. Indiana's average is still 52¢ lower than Thursday's national average of $4.44 per gallon. That is due to a continued suspension of sales a...
22h ago
Washington Hydrant Flushing Set for Today
Hydrant flushing begins today in the City of Washington. It will run through Friday, October 2nd. Customers are reminded to check for discolored water before doing laundry while flushing is taking place in their area.
22h ago
Roads Affected by SR 67 Closure Getting Repaired
Just ahead of Knox County's fall paving work, a needed repair was completed for roads affected by an earlier closure of State Road 67 near Bruceville. Knox County Commissioner T-J Brink says some nearby roads took a beating resulting from that work on 67. Even though those roads were unofficial, Brink says INDOT sent...
22h ago
"Dumpster Days" Coming to Vincennes
MSI Waste is launching Dumpster Days, a new community initiative in Vincennes aimed at helping local residents tackle long-overdue cleanups while creating cleaner, stronger neighborhoods. Each month, MSI Waste will select one local neighborhood from a list of submitted nominations to receive a free 40-yard dumpster for...
22h ago
A "Big Read" Award for Knox County Public Library
The Knox County Public Library is celebrating a grant they received called the " Big Read" award. The funding surrounds the poetry book "American Sunrise." The book is written by Native American writer Joy Harjo; she became the first Native American to be named as U-S poet laureate. The grant was ...
22h ago
United Way Days of Caring Starts Today
United Way of Knox County will bring volunteers together across the community for its annual Day of Caring today and tomorrow. Day of Caring connects local businesses, organizations, students, and community members with service projects benefiting nonprofits, schools, and other organizations throughout Knox County. Vol...
Sep 17, 2026
Vincennes City Council Budget Workshop to Happen Today
The Vincennes City Council will hold a budget workshop today at City Hall. The session starts at ten a-m, and continues throughout the day today. The workshop will deal with crafting the City's 2027 budget in light of various statewide budget cuts. The loss of City revenue will begin with the 2027 calendar year. City ...
Sep 17, 2026
Monroe City's Blue Jeans Festival Set for Weekend
The Blue Jeans Community Center is gearing up for four days of family fun during its 2026 Fall Festival, set for September 17th through the 20th in Monroe City. The event will feature food trucks, live music, a pageant, antique tractors, craft vendors, bounce houses, and a fireworks show. Festival-goers can also enjoy ...
Sep 17, 2026
Michael Thornsbury, 69, Loogootee
Michael David Thornsbury, 69, of Loogootee, IN, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at Heart to Heart Hospice in Evansville, IN. He was born on February 19, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio. Mike served in the US Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic and Crew Chief. After leaving the USAF, he continued his love of Aviatio...
15h ago
Damon Jones, 49, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts but a sense of celebration for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Damon Dale Jones on September 12, 2026. Damon was born on November 9, 1977, in Vincennes, the son of David and Linda (Dale) Jones. He was a beloved son and brother, a cherished friend, and a beacon of kindness and j...
Sep 15, 2026
Marilyn Dearmon, 95, Noblesville
Marilyn Jane Myers Dearmin passed away on August 22, 2026, at the age of 95. She was born on January 30, 1931, in Washington, Indiana, to Flavian E. Myers and Priscilla Young Myers. Marilyn was preceded in death by her four siblings, Jay Myers, Janet Myers Heiney, Flavian Myers, Jr., and Mary Myers Baker. She is surviv...
Sep 14, 2026
Larr y Legg, 87, Vincennes
Larry R. Legg, 87, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away on September 10, 2026. He was born in Vincennes, Indiana on October 31, 1938, to the late Edward and Margaret Legg. Larry graduated from Decker High School. He married the love of his life, Elsie McDaniel, on October 31, 1969. Larry worked for many years with Indiana...
Sep 12, 2026
Larry Spangle, 89, Danville
Larry Spangle, age 89, passed away on September 9, 2026, in Danville, IN. He was born on March 27, 1937, in Bicknell, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, and the simple joys that brought him happiness. Larry was the beloved husband of Marilyn "Risley" Spangle, and the two ...
Sep 12, 2026
Susan "Susie" Hunt, 67, of Vincennes
Susan "Susie" Hunt, 67, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away on September 2, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on August 6, 1959, to the late Charles and Hazel Newberry. Susie worked for many years in environmental services at several of the local nursing homes. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, camp...
Sep 09, 2026
Donna "Zigler" Ritchey, age 75, of Vincennes
Donna "Zigler" Ritchey, age 75, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away at home on September 4, 2026. Donna was born on May 25, 1951, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Clay Owen and Mary "Stone" Ziegler. She was a 1969 graduate of Lincoln High School and a 1995 graduate of Vincennes University. While attending V...
Sep 08, 2026
Sheila K. Snyder, 74, Vincennes, Indiana
Sheila K. Snyder went to meet the Lord on September 4, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, at the age of 74. She was born on April 11, 1952, in Vincennes, Indiana, to the late Pansy Hatcher Welton and Sherman Welton. Sheila lived her life with grace, kindness, and devotion to the people she loved. She was a lifelong resident ...
Sep 07, 2026
Cassandra Benson, 34, Vincennes
Cassandra Rose "Catiller" Jensen, age 34, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on August 30, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on December 30, 1991, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived her life with a warmth and kindness that touched everyone who knew her. Cassandra built a life centered on family, love, ...
Sep 03, 2026
John Gilbert, 69, Loogootee
Johney Ray "John" Gilbert, 69, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on August 22, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by his loved ones. John was born on April 7, 1957, in Washington, to John and Evelyn Gilbert. He graduated from Loogootee High School. He worked at Jasper Engine...
Aug 27, 2026
Emil "Sam" Williams, Vincennes
Emil Francis Williams Jr. lovingly known as Sam went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026. Born to Emil "Newt" and Dorothy Williams in Vincennes, Indiana, he was the oldest of twelve and was naturally a leader with a work ethic like no other. Sam graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1957. After gr...
Aug 27, 2026
David Oliver, 84, Washington
David Bliss Oliver, age 84, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on August 23, 2026. He was born on September 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and a warm sense of humor that touched everyone who knew him. David graduated from high school and later answered the call ...
Aug 27, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Thursday
A change has been announced to Friday's Girls Golf sectional at the High Pointe Country Club in Bicknell. Due to expected excessive heat on Friday, the sectional will tee off at nine a-m. In Volleyball: The South Knox Spartans lost in three sets to Barr-Reeve. The Lady Vikings took the match 25-16, 25-11, and 26-8. Br...
Sep 18, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
In Volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans lost in two games at Lawrenceville. The Lady Indians took the win 25-22 and 25-18. Braelyn Gladish led with 21 digs, while Brooklyn Flanigam added 14, with Maddie Short adding 11. Flaingam also added five service points and 8 assists. The Vincennes Lincoln Alices move to 1...
Sep 17, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
A change has been announced to Friday's Girls Golf sectional at the High Pointe Country Club in Bicknell. Due to expected excessive heat on Friday, the sectional will tee off at nine a-m. In golf action yesterday: Vincennes Lincoln lost to Terre Haute South, 185 to 194. Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the Alices wit...
Sep 16, 2026
Indiana Football Hall of Fame Ceremony Coming for David Carter
1972 Lincoln High School grad, and former NFL lineman, David Carter will be placed in the Indiana Football Hall of Fame on Homecoming Friday, September 25th. A plaque award will happen between the first and second quarters of that evening's Vincennes Lincoln's Homecoming game. Prior to that, Carter will be honored i...
Sep 16, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Around Knox County: In Volleyball: The North Knox Lady Warriors were defeated by Wood Memorial in 3 sets. The Lady Trojans took the match 25-23, 25-17, and 25-19. Jersey Sturgeon led with 13 digs, while Dixie Wallace had five kills. Top point scorer was Katie Wolfe with seven. The South Knox Lady Spartans fall to 11...
Sep 15, 2026
Friday Night Lights Report Update
South Putnam defeated Vincennes 49 to 13 Rensselaer Central 33 North Knox 14 North Daviess 63 Pike Central 0 Sullivan 46 Linton 7
Sep 12, 2026
Week Three Beckons for Knox County Football Teams
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices will look for a 2-1 record as they head off to West Terre Haute to face the West Vigo Vikings in a W-I-C matchup. You can hear the game tonight here on 92.1 WZDM. The North Knox Warriors are also looking to go to 2-1 on the year, but it won't be easy, as they travel to 2-A Number 9 North P...
Sep 04, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
Around Knox County: In Volleyball: The Rivet Lady Patriots lost in three sets to the Princeton Lady Tigers. Princeton took the match 25-16, 25-18, and 25-15. Jocelyn Thacker led with 8 kills for Rivet, while Kaley Hawkins added five. Piper Lewis scored 9 service points, while Addison Fuller tallied 8 digs. In Soccer:...
Sep 03, 2026
Sports Roundup for Wednesday
Around Knox County: In Soccer: The South Knox Spartans led 4-0 at halftime, and cruised on to a 4-1 victory over Vincennes Rivet at home. The match had been set for play yesterday afternoon at Rivet, but excessive heat caused a move to an evening game at South Knox. The Spartans move to 2-1-2 with the win, while Rivet ...
Sep 02, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Around Knox County: In golf: The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices took the Western Indiana Conference meet, with a score of 380. Their 380 final tally was 13 shots better than second place Northview. Ella McCormick was the low LHS scorer, with an 83-third in conference. Mallory Fisher was fifth with an 93. In Volleybal...
Sep 01, 2026
Friday Night Lights Report Update
Friday Night Lights Report North Knox wins over Eastern Greene 60 to 14 Northview took down Vincennes Lincoln 49 to 14 Monrovia shuts out Linton 40 to 0 Princeton defeats Pike Central 32 to 12
Aug 29, 2026
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