It appears the flu season is getting off to an early start. The CDC says flu hospitalizations have reached the highest level for this time of the year in 16 years. The agency notes that flu case numbers are either growing or likely growing in 44 states and that flu season is nearly a month ahead of schedule. The CDC re...

Purdue University has chosen retired Air Force Lieutenant General Jay Silveria as its next president. The Board of Trustees unanimously selected Silveria, who currently leads the University of Arkansas System. University officials say he will take office on February 1st. Silveria succeeds interim president Mitch Daniel...

Governor Mike Braun says he plans to work across party lines as Indiana enters a new political landscape following the election. Democrats flipped several statewide offices and ended the Republican supermajority in the Indiana House, though Republicans still control both legislative chambers. Braun says affordability r...

The University of Evansville is making it easier for Illinois community college students to finish a bachelor's degree. UE has partnered with Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Frontier in Fairfield, Lincoln Trail in Robinson, Olney Central in Olney, and Wabash Valley in Mt. Carmel. Students who complete an associat...

With deer season underway, Indiana Conservation Officers are reminding hunters to put safety first. More than 300,000 people are expected to hunt deer in Indiana this season, which runs through January 31st. Most will do it safely. Officers say the most common hunting injuries come from falls out of tree stands. To low...

A Vincennes man was returned to the Knox County Jail to face an outstanding rape warrant from Knox Circuit Court. 24 year-old Hayden Wood was arrested in Clark County on the warrant filed in August of this year. Court documents report the alleged incident as happening in mid-February of this year. Wood is being held wi...

Two local marching bands are headed to the Class "C" state finals today. The Vincennes Lincoln's Pride of the Green, and the Washington Gold Pride band, will compete at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Lincoln performs first at 1:35 p.m. Washington takes the field at 3:35 p.m. as the final Class "C&qu...

On Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11th, the Indiana DNR will admit all veterans and active military personnel, and everyone in their vehicle, at no charge. That includes state parks, reservoir properties, state forest recreation areas, off-road recreation areas, and the Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center. Just te...

With the weather turning colder and many furnaces firing up for the first time in a while, experts are raising awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that develops when fuel isn't burned completely. Experts recommend homes have a carbon monoxide detect...

Generations, the Area 13 Agency on Aging, has launched a holiday fundraiser to help homebound seniors get meals. The "No One Goes Hungry" campaign aims to shorten the waiting list for Home Delivered Meals. Right now, 265 older adults in Daviess, Dubois, Greene, Knox, Martin and Pike counties are waiting. Meal...

Cody R. White, 41, of Bicknell, IN, passed away Monday November 2, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospital. Cody was born December 26, 1984 in Vincennes, IN. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Teresa and Stacy Elliott. After graduation, he worked various jobs and he worked for Walmart until his health failed him. ...

Cody R. White, 41, of Bicknell, IN, passed away Monday November 2, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospital. Cody was born December 26, 1984 in Vincennes, IN. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Teresa and Stacy Elliott. After graduation, he worked various jobs and he worked for Walmart until his health failed him. ...

Alex Joshua Wright, age 24, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on November 2, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on August 7, 2002, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived his life with a warm spirit, a kind heart, and a personality that left a lasting impression on those who knew him. Alex graduated from high school and carr...

Brian Patton, 51, of Vincennes, Indiana, peacefully left his Earthly home in the afternoon of Friday, October 30th in the presence of his family. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to all. He was preceded in death and welcomed into the home of Our Lord by his father, Ralph Patton; Aunt Dee Anderso...

Diana Rose "Speedy" Taylor, age 72, died Sunday morning at Eastgate Manor Nursing Home. She lived most of her life in Montgomery in her grandmother Janice "Brummett" Fox's house with her husband, Harry Taylor, who has passed away. Diana was a 1971 graduate of North Daviess High School and a member o...

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Donald George Myers, who left us peacefully on October 27, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on December 27, 1931, in Monroe City, Indiana, he is the son of Theadore and Mary Alice (Myers) Myers. Donald married Merrydyth Day on October 15, 1949, and she preceded him i...

Jennifer Viola Nicole Durham, age 26, of Robinson, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 as a result of a motor vehicle crash. She was born on November 22, 1999 in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the daughter of Christopher Durham and Julia McClure McFarland. Jennifer was a light in a dark world. If you knew her...

Homero Lopez, age 38, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on October 28, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1987, in Acámbaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, strong work ethic, and a deep love for the simple joys that brought his loved ones together. Homero built his life ar...

Jean Sandefer, 75, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026. Born in Vincennes on August 3, 1951, to the late Frank and Betty Jo Dupire, Jean grew up with a steadfast compassion and an unwavering work ethic that defined her entire life. A proud graduate of North Knox High School, she pursued her...

It is with deep sorrow that Carleen and Kay announce the passing of Paul Edward Turner, age 82, of Wheatland, Indiana, on October 17th, 2026. Paul was a storyteller whose humor and memories will be treasured by all who knew him. Paul was born on June 4th, 1944, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Winfield Scott and Lena (Spoonmo...

Dr. Charles "Charlie" Vieck DDS, 93, of Vincennes passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. Born June 17, 1933, to Christopher and Cecilia Vieck, Charlie attended St. Thomas Elementary School and Central Catholic High School, where he was a three-year varsity basketball player. Following graduation in 1951, he...

Willard L. Riggle, 79 of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2026. He was born in Washington, Indiana on April 3, 1947, to the late Elmer and Lucille Riggle. Willard graduated from Washington High School in 1965. He married the love of his life, Karen Hall, on November 22, 1967. Willard is a lifelong farmer ...

The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...

The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.

Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

Could former IU quarterback Fernando Mendoza's time be coming sooner than expected? Las Vegas Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak said all options are on the table after his team lost their fourth straight game on Sunday. First overall draft pick Fernando Mendoza is waiting in the wings to succeed veteran Kirk Cousins if ...

Round 1 of the IHSAA Football Sectional Vincennes Lincoln defeated Edgewood 42 to 9. They face off against Indian Creek next Friday for the Sectional Semifinals Linton shut out Pike Central 62 to 0. Linton will Face Tell City for the second-round sectional matchup

The 6-3 Vincennes Lincoln Alices host the first round of the IHSAA Football Sectional tonight, as they face 5-4 Edgewood. The Alices defeated the Mustangs on Homecoming night, September 25th, 35-14. Kickoff time is 7 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1 WZDM. You may also watch the live video stream of this game at TOCS...

Several Knox County players were selected for the Blue Chip All-Conference girls' soccer team. Six South Knox players, three from Rivet, and one from North Knox made the All-Conference team. South Knox field players Claire Dinkens, Azaria Easley, Zoey Gilmore, Kadee Jeffris and Kalissa Lavely, along with goalkeeper La...

In sports across Knox County: The first day of fall sports practice is here for area girls' basketball teams. The IHSAA has set today as the opening day for girls' high school basketball teams to get ready for the coming season. The first allowable day for girls' games will be on November second. Opening day for boys...

Vincennes Lincoln defeated Owen Valley 31 to 14 Washington beat Pike Central 51 to 14 Paoli narrowly defeated North Knox 14 to 13 Northview won out over Linton 59 to 6

Gadi Eisenkot secured 67 Knesset endorsements over Benjamin Netanyahu, but deep coalition divisions over Arab parties and conscription cloud his path.

Videos and photos show tear gas and fires throughout Paris as 70,000 security forces deploy against France protests despite police bans on gatherings.

A gunman, reportedly wearing military-style fatigues, allegedly opened fire from a moving vehicle on Kraków, Poland's Main Square, killing five and injuring at least 15.

A senior United Arab Emirates official says he is cautiously optimistic about U.S.-Iran nuclear talks through Qatari mediation but won't rule out war.

OpenAI's Sam Altman named energy as his biggest challenge at ADIPEC 2026, where Abu Dhabi unveiled ambitious AI partnerships with ADNOC and G42.

Melania Trump called the Oleshky ceasefire "a spark in a world of darkness" as Russian and Ukrainian envoys praised the deal at a rare White House event.

An estimated 270,000 people joined nationwide strikes and protests across France on Thursday, putting pressure on President Emmanuel Macron's government.

At least 11 planes from cities, including Dublin, Madrid, and Warsaw, were diverted or grounded over bomb threats that have been determined to be unfounded.

A U.S. Marine with the 3rd Marine Division died during a training exercise at Camp Schwab in Okinawa, and the incident remains under investigation.

Jennifer Balcarras and Selah Reed went missing on a hiking trail minutes from their Bella Coola home before a suspected grizzly bear attack.

King Charles III was left drenched after aides failed to provide an umbrella during a downpour in Antigua, while Queen Camilla was quickly sheltered.

Tim McGraw reveals the "most dangerous parts" of a long marriage and why rediscovering Faith Hill during their toughest moments matters most.

Bridget Fonda was spotted out in Los Angeles 24 years after her last on-screen role, having previously told paparazzi she has no plans to return to acting.

Brooks Nader turned heads at the CFDA Fashion Awards in a sheer black-and-white metallic hooded dress ahead of her upcoming "Baywatch" reboot.

Vince Neil's girlfriend Rain Andreani was arrested on domestic assault charges in Tennessee after allegedly striking the Mötley Crüe frontman.

Dustin Hoffman reveals in a new essay that he felt "unworthy" and feared being fired every day while filming "The Graduate" with Mike Nichols.

Nicolas Cage says his words were taken out of context after telling a Comic Con interviewer he was homeless due to his Malibu sinkhole situation.

Christopher Atkins reveals how fatherhood drove his sobriety journey nearly 40 years ago and why his grandchildren keep him committed today.

Macklemore claims Madison Square Garden and the Kia Forum are among nine major U.S. venues that denied his Free Palestine tour benefit shows.

Michael Sanft, the Las Vegas attorney who defended Duane Davis in the Tupac Shakur murder trial, was reportedly found dead days after filing an appeal in the case.