The Consumer Product Safety Commission says about 50,000 FitRx Adjustable Dumbbells sold at Walmart are being recalled due to an impact hazard from weight plates detaching during use. There have been over 115 reports of loose plates and at least six injuries.

The CDC says public health officials are investigating a multistate outbreak of Salmonella illnesses. The agency says the illnesses are linked to contact with backyard poultry, which can carry Salmonella. As of April 13th, 34 people infected with the outbreak strain of Salmonella have been reported in 13 states, includ...

Knox County election officials are reporting a bit heavier numbers than normal for early voting, with one week left until Election ay. As of Monday, over 11-hundred 50 voters have cast early ballots. The Knox County Clerk's office has also reported 153 mail ballots have been sent out, with 95 returned. They have also...

The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says an Oakland City man is facing drug dealing charges following the search of a room Sunday at the Diplomat Motel in Oakland City. That search turned up Methamphetamines, Marijuana, and a large amount of money. 55-year-old Todd Sloan, a resident of the motel, was taken into custody ...

The City of Vincennes will use extra C-C-M-G funding to do needed road work in parts of the City later this year. Road improvement projects are scored on the state-mandated PASER system. That is to ensure the roads most in need of help will get the state C-C-M-G funds.

The City of Vincennes has agreed to lower the speed limit on Wabash Avenue near Franklin Elementary School. The speed limit will drop from 35 normally, and 25 with children present, to a normal 30 miles an hour and 20 with children present. Vincennes City Engineer John Sprague made the announcement at the Vincennes Bo...

The Loogootee Water Department will be flushing water mains throughout this week. Work will take place nightly between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM each overnight to reduce daytime disruption. Water customers may notice low pressure or cloudy water. Customers should check their water before cooking, drinking, or doing laundry....

      The Indiana Military Museum in Vincennes will hold its 6th Annual Spring World War 2 Days event this Saturday and Sunday. (May 2nd and 3rd)       There will be two full days of both Axis and Allied reenactor troops, vehicles, living history, and a possib...

The Vincennes City Council approved a Downtown Outdoor Refreshment Area, or DORA, on a five-two vote at last night's session. Councilmen Ryan Lough and Ed Gornall cast the no votes. Lough and Gornall wanted to send the issue to the Public Safety Committee for more public discussion. At last night's session, Lough cal...

A group of downtown merchants appeared before Vincennes City Council to oppose the current location of the proposed Firehouse Flats location. The merchants believe the loss of the parking lot near Vigo Street between Third and Fourth Streets would lead to a loss of businesses on Main Street. In response, Council presi...

Roberta Bohomme Dunn, 97, went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2026. She was born in Knox County on February 14, 1929, to the late Frank and Julia (Wetzel) Bonhomme. Roberta graduated from Lincoln High School in 1947. She married the love of her life, Charles Richard Dunn, on April 15, 1950. Roberta worked for many ye...

Carlos Lyndon Phillippe, 85, of Vincennes, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on August 10, 1940, to Carlos Dewey and E. June (Preston) Phillippe. Lyndon lived a life rooted in service-to his country, his community, and the people he cared about m...

Maurice J. Vieck, 102, of Vincennes, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026. He was born in Vincennes on October 4, 1923, to Christopher and Cecilia (Kaiser) Vieck. He graduated Lincoln High School, Class of 1942, and continued his education at Vincennes University and Purdue University. Maurice was a lifelong farmer...

Mary Ann "Johnson" Cress, age 68, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1957, in Cannelton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a steady faith that guided her throughout her years. Mary Ann attended the business college in...

Judith K. "Judy" Strate, 89, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Robert Paul and Golda Alice Black. Judy was a proud graduate of Patoka High School, the Valedictorian of the class of 1955, and has remained actively involved in alumni events throughout...

Steven Bruce Alton, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 18, 2026, at his residence in Vincennes. He was born on February 17, 1949, to the late John & June Alton in Vincennes. Steven was a 1967 graduate of Lincoln High School, and following high school, he served his country before being honorably discha...

Tommy P. Bennington, 78 years old of Washington, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at his home in the early morning hours of April 18th, 2026. Tommy was born on November 6th, 1947, in Washington, Indiana, to Hoyt P. and Vera Jean (Stuffle) Bennington. Tommy was a 33-year auditor for the state of Indiana....

Mary Jane Smith, 86, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. She was born on November 10, 1939, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family. Mary Jane retired from the Indiana Department of Corrections, where she worked in the Chaplain's office. Her strong faith was a guid...

William Eugene Clinkenbeard, age 88, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1937, in Bicknell, Indiana, and lived a life marked by faith, hard work, devotion to family, and a deep appreciation for the simple blessings of each day. William graduated from Freelandville High School ...

Ronnie Dee Ikemire Sr., 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 12, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on August 8, 1966, in Vincennes, Indiana, to the late Mildred Jeffries Ikemire and Charles Ikemire Sr. Ronnie lived his life in the community he called home and was known by those who loved him as a hard...

Dronda Sue "Peach" Coomes, age 64, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 11, 2026, in her hometown. She was born on August 17, 1961, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived her life with a warm heart, a strong spirit, and a deep devotion to the people and things she loved most. Dronda attended high school and ...

Dorothy Ann Bray, age 88, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1938, in Connersville, Indiana. Dorothy carried herself with grace and strength throughout her years, and she will be remembered with love by all who knew her. Dorothy graduated from Connersville High School and wen...

In Boys High School Baseball, Rivet defeated Wood Memorial with a 2 run shut out

The Vincennes Lincoln baseball team won a 19-15 slugfest yesterday over Evansville Central at Hill Field in Vincennes. The Alices came up with 12 runs in the first three innings, and secured the game with five runs in the 6th. Cooper Collins led the way with four hits, including two home runs and a triple. He also dr...

A 2017 Illinois Basketball Hall of Fame coach has been named as the new head coach at Vincennes Lincoln. Rob Flanigan will take over for Dave Mahurin has the basketball coach at L-H-S. Flanigan comes to Vincennes after a long and successful career at Richland County High School in Olney. He led the Tigers to a 577-29...

In baseball: The Rivet Patriots scored 11 runs in the first and third, en route to a 25-0, five inning win over Shoals. Brody Shots pitcked a five-inning no-hitter as part of the win. The Patriots are 8-3 on the year. Next up is a trip to Shakamak tonight to face the Lakers. The North Knox Warriors gave up seven run s...

In baseball: The Vincennes Lincoln Alices were defeated at Evansville Mater Dei 8-4. The Wildcats scored seven in the first two innings, and held on to win it. Colton Wonning took the loss on the mound for the Alices. Nash Ransom was the top hitter for the Alices, with a triple and 3 RBI in the game. Overall, L-H-...

The Vincennes Lincoln Alices lost at Washington last night 5-3.The Alices could not come back from a 5-0 deficit after two innings. Cooper Collins and Colton Wonning led the Alices with two hits each. Nash Ransom took the loss fdor the Alices. The Rivet Patriots scored seven in the first two innings to win 13=0 at Re...

Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...

Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player development, leadership, and program-building. Athletic Director Larry Cochren clai...

Boyd named New Washington High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach Jds 4-17-2026 Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player dev...

The Vincennes Lincoln Alices gave up five runs in the first two innings, as they lose to North Posey on the road 6-2. Cooper Collins led for the Alices with three doubles and both LHS runs batted in. Paxton Smith took the loss for the Alices. The Rivet Patriots were down 7-0 after three innings at Bloomfield, but the...

The South Knox Spartans baseballers scored five in the botton of the 7th to defeat Eastern Green 10-9. They were also down 9-1 in the 4th before starting the comeback to win it. Cole Worland drove in three in the win, while Mac Harmon added two drive in. The Spartans improve to 3-4 with the victory. It was perfectio...

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King Charles and Queen Camilla begin their first U.S. visit as monarchs with a White House tea, a state dinner and a historic address to Congress.

King Charles and Queen Camilla begin their first U.S. visit as monarchs with a White House tea, a state dinner and a historic address to Congress.