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Washington Police & Daviess County Sheriff's Office to Increase Patrols to Target Distracted Driving and Speeding April 4th- April 13th
The Washington Police Department and the Daviess County Sheriff's Office are partnering with the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute to increase patrols aimed at reducing speeding and distracted driving on Indiana roadways. As part of the Comprehensive Highway Injury Reduction Program, an ICJI initiative that provides f...
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New Public Pool in Boonville Expected to Open by Memorial Day
Boonville is building a new public pool with water slides, splash pads, and an Olympic-size pool, aiming to open by Memorial Day. The city is replacing the old Richard's public pool, which has been closed for years, to create a space that serves all of Warrick County. Construction crews poured concrete for the pool, si...
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ISP-cold case progress
Indiana State Police are making progress in solving some of the state's oldest unsolved crimes thanks to new funding and a dedicated forensic investigative genetic genealogy unit. Recent breakthroughs include arrests in cases dating back to the 1970s, highlighting the impact of advances in forensic technology. The stat...
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Vincennes University Summer Camps
Vincennes University is bringing back its summer camps for students from elementary school through high school. The camps give students a chance to explore careers such as surveying and culinary arts. Some programs include overnight stays in campus housing. Laura Carie is the director of university events and special...
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Braun-healthcare improvements
Governor Mike Braun is highlighting a new wave of healthcare wins aimed at lowering costs for Hoosiers. The Governor signed measures to protect families from aggressive medical debt collection, requiring hospitals to offer financial assistance before sending bills to collectors. Braun's plan also tackles rural doctor s...
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Court decision lauded
A bipartisan duo in Congress is calling for stricter federal laws following a negligence verdict against Meta and YouTube. Representatives Erin Houchin of Indiana and Jake Auchincloss of Massachusetts say while the court victory is a win for child safety, litigation isn't enough. They are pushing for a federal age assu...
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Washington Community Schools Receive $250 Teaching Innovator Grant
Washington Community Schools received a $250 second-semester Teaching Innovator Grant for the project "That's Not My Monster. The grant was provided by Daviess County's Our Community Foundation. Kim Conder, Washington Elementary Art Teacher, accepted the award and was named a Teaching Innovator. First-grade art s...
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Public Test of Daviess Co. Voting Machines to be Held March 31st
There will be a public test of voting machines in Daviess County on Tuesday, March 31st at 11:30 a.m. The test will be conducted in the Election Room on the middle floor of the Daviess County Courthouse. The test is open to the public.
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Vincennes Getting the Memo-- More Housing Needed
Vincennes City officials continue the process toward new home construction to attract more residents to the area. City Council president Brian Grove reminds everyone the need was laid bare in a recent Knox County survey. Grove also realizes the move toward more City housing is the next logical step following the surv...
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Vincennes BPW Tentatively Awards CCMG Bid to E and B Paving
The Vincennes Board of Works has approved E and B Paving's bid of just over 823-thousand dollars for street paving for this year. The Board received two bids, with E and B Paving's being the lower of the two. The other bid was Milestone's offer of just under 929-thousand dollars. The bid was awarded pending a review b...
Mar 27, 2026
John Schulze, 66, Vincennes
John C. Schulze, 66, passed away peacefully at his home on March 6, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on November 12, 1959, in Vincennes, Indiana, John was the son of William "Bill" and Selma (Deem) Schulze. He graduated from Rivet High School in 1978 and Vincennes University in 1980. On July 2...
Mar 27, 2026
Dorothy Williams, 85, Washington
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy J. Williams, 95 Washington, IN. Dorothy passed away at 11:55 am on March 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born on January 11, 1931, in Washington, IN the daughter of Ernest and Ruth (Kelly) Kramer. She married Willis Williams, Jr. on...
Mar 26, 2026
Howard Hatcher, 82, Vincennes
Major Howard William Hatcher, a pillar of the Vincennes community and a man who was larger than life but insisted he was "joe average", passed away at the age of 82 on March 21, 2026. Born in Vincennes, Indiana, on March 24, 1943, Howard dedicated his life to his family, his country, and his hometown. Howard ...
Mar 24, 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
State Finals Set for Saturday
The state championships in boys' basketball are now set for this Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianpoalis. Among the teams playing are the 27-1 Barr-Reeve Vikings. The Vikings defeated Hauser Saturday night to win the 1-A Southern Semi-State. They will face 25-3 Triton for the state title at 10:30 Saturday m...
Mar 23, 2026
IU Athletics Announces State Wide CFP Trophey Tour
Indiana University Athletics has announced a statewide tour for the College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship trophy to celebrate the Hoosiers' historic 16‑0 season. Beginning March 24, the tour will visit multiple cities across Indiana, including Richmond, Gary, Indianapolis, Evansville, Fort Wayne, and N...
Mar 22, 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
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Ugandan military chief vows to back Israel against Iran in viral social media barrage
Uganda's military chief Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba claims Uganda could enter the Iran-Israel war on Israel's side, posting a series of pro-Israel statements on X this week.
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Inside Iran's military: missiles, militias and a force built for survival
Experts say Iran's military is built to survive, not win conventionally, as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps retains missiles, proxies and naval threats despite U.S. strikes.
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The race against time to destroy Iran's illicit nuclear weapons program heats up amid fresh strikes
The IDF says it struck Iran's Arak heavy water plant, a key plutonium site, as experts warn Natanz and Isfahan still hold highly enriched uranium.
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Russian man who assaulted woman during Barron Trump FaceTime call sentenced to 4 years
Russian MMA fighter Matvei Rumiantsev was sentenced to four years for assaulting a woman in London in an attack Barron Trump witnessed on FaceTime.
Mar 27, 2026
Rubio meets G7 ministers in France as US leads on Iran - allies under fire for tepid response
Secretary of State Marco Rubio heads into the G7 foreign ministers meeting in France saying U.S. priorities come first, as European allies push for a diplomatic solution on Iran.
Mar 27, 2026
Zelenskyy says US will only guarantee Ukraine's security if Kyiv agrees to give up Donbas
Zelenskyy says U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine are tied to ceding Donbas to Russia, warning the proposal could weaken Kyiv and European security.
Mar 26, 2026
Zelenskyy claims US tied Ukraine security guarantees to giving up Donbas, White House denies
Zelenskyy claimed U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine are tied to ceding Donbas to Russia, but the White House says those claims are false.
Mar 26, 2026
Israel says Iranian leader who ordered Strait of Hormuz closure killed in targeted strike
Israel has eliminated Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy Commander Alireza Tangsiri in a strike, Israel's Minister of Defense Israel Katz indicated.
Mar 26, 2026
Over 90% of Iranian missiles intercepted, but a critical vulnerability is growing, report warns
Experts say Iran's cheap drones and missiles are depleting allied interceptor stockpiles, raising questions about long-term air defense sustainability.
Mar 26, 2026
US troops brace for 'hit-and-run' guerilla attacks as 82nd Airborne deploys to Iran, military analyst warns
The 82nd Airborne Division deployment to the Middle East is intended to pressure Iran into accepting U.S. ceasefire terms, military analyst Michael Eisenstadt says.
Mar 25, 2026
New York heiress Belle Burden says ex-husband refused to give their 12-year-old a bedroom after divorce
Belle Burden says her ex-husband, Henry Davis, stripped his parenting time from their custody agreement, leaving their youngest daughter without a bedroom at his home.
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Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: David Spade slams Newsom and Bass, Howie Mandel calls out Kelly Ripa
The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.
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Trump critics Kathy Griffin and Rosie O'Donnell 'threw it all away' to fight president, Adam Carolla says
Adam Carolla says Rosie O'Donnell and Kathy Griffin threw away their comedy careers to fight Trump, with Dr. Drew calling the fixation unhealthy.
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From Hollywood headlines to Heartland buzz: Are you on the pulse?
Test your knowledge of entertainment with this quiz on celebrities, trends, and headline-making moments. Featured this week: star-studded scandals and guess the celebrity photo.
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Orlando Bloom selling $12M Malibu mansion he transformed into 'resort-like' estate
Orlando Bloom listed his Malibu mansion for $12 million, a major jump from the $2.5 million he paid for the oceanfront property nearly 15 years ago.
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'Goodbye California' anthem sparks firestorm as country star hits back at critics: 'Right is right'
Country star Annie Bosko addresses backlash over her new song "Goodbye California," defending her heartbreak ballad about the state's changes.
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Inside the royal family's secret 'Balmoral Test' that makes or breaks potential brides
The "Balmoral Test" is a high-stakes royal audition where newcomers are quietly judged on manners, country life skills and loyalty to the royal family.
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Taylor Sheridan says Hollywood didn't believe in Yellowstone, now it's a TV empire
Taylor Sheridan reveals "Yellowstone's" rocky road from HBO rejection to hit TV show, as new spin-off Dutton Ranch starring Cole Hauser gets announced.
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Chuck Norris learned of secret daughter nearly 30 years after brief affair
Chuck Norris revealed in his 2004 memoir "Against All Odds" that a letter from his unknown daughter Dina changed his life after nearly 30 years apart.
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'Dukes of Hazzard' star John Schneider says Democrats secretly rely on Trump policies they publicly attack
"Dukes of Hazzard" star John Schneider accused Democrats of benefiting from Trump's policies while opposing them, calling the party an "embarrassment."
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