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Indiana Property Taxes Continue As a Legislative Priority This Session
Lawmakers rest assure that they will tackle the issue of property tax relief this legislative session. But, what that will look like remains to be seen. Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston says right now property taxes is the job of the State Senate. However, in any measure that comes about, Huston wants to strike the ri...
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Renovation Coming to Shoals Town Library
A groundbreaking ceremony for the expansion and renovation of the Town of Shoals' Carnegie Library is scheduled for Friday January 31st at Noon. The library says the project is being made possible thanks to a grant modification and support from the community. The groundbreaking will be held on the east side of the libr...
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Generations Latest Recipient of Duke Energy Grant
The Duke Energy Foundation has given a five-thousand dollar grant to the group Generations for its nutrition program. The effort provides home-delivered meals for those who are disabled and can't leave their homes. The goal is for clients to stay healthy, and maintain both their nutrition and independence. The grant is...
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The Cold Blast Continues...
The National Weather Service has started a Cold Weather Advisory this year for overall cold conditions like what we are seeing now. That is a step up for from previously stand-alone wind chill advisories, when those value drop below ten below zero. A Natiohnal Weather Service forecaster says the overall cold weather ad...
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MLK Day Program Set for Wednesday at VU
Martin Luther King Day was celebrated yesterday-but Vincennes University will have a presentation in his honor this Thursday. The event will be a program to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. It will be held in the University's Student Recreation Center at 1800 Short Street at 11 am on Thursday. The program will fe...
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Courage House Narcan Session Set for Wednesday
The Courage House in Knox County is taking action against the opioid crisis by offering a Narcan training class to equip the public with life-saving skills. The class will teach participants how to administer Narcan, or naloxone, which reverses the effects of opioids for up to two hours. Courage House administrator Mar...
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Obituaries
Bob Wininger 76, Huntingburg
Robert "Bob" Wininger, 75 of Huntingburg, IN passed away January 18, 2025. He was born in Vincennes, IN on August 6, 1949, to the late Harlan "Jock" and Amy (Knox) Wininger. Bob attended Lincoln High School and was a member of the 1967 graduating class. He married the love of his life, Janet Morgan,...
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Brenda Pruitt, 76, Vincennes
Brenda Colleen Pruitt 76 of Vincennes, Indiana passed away at home Monday January 20, 2025. She was born Brenda Colleen Kelly on October 29, 1948 in Vincennes Indiana to Ralph and Ruby Kelly. She attended St. Johns Catholic School, Decker Chapel, Mount Olympus and graduated from Princeton High School. She met Robert Pr...
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Nola Gordon, 88, Washington
Nola Mae Gordon, 88, of Washington, IN went to be with the Lord on January 15, 2024. She was born in Mt. Vernon, KY on April 6, 1936, to the late James T. and Flossie (Bullock) Payne. Nola attended Brodhead High School and was a member of the 1953 graduating class. She continued her education at Vincennes University, w...
Jan 19, 2025
Kimberly Bond, 65, Vincennes
Kimberly Ann Bond, 65, passed away at 4:17 am on January 15, 2025 at Good Samaritan Hospital with her husband by her side. Kim was born on August 29, 1959 in Crawfordsville, IN. Kim worked and retired from the Vincennes Community School Corporation as the cafeteria manager. She mostly worked at Washington Elementary Sc...
Jan 19, 2025
Melissa Russell, 39, Bicknell
Melissa Ann "Vachon" Russell, beloved mother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on January 13, 2025, in Evansville, IN, at the age of 39. Born on November 15, 1985, in Washington, IN, Melissa's radiant spirit and loving nature left an incredible mark on everyone she met. Melissa was a proud graduate of Wa...
Jan 19, 2025
Sondra Wininger, 77, Vincennes
It is with deep affection and fond remembrance that we celebrate the life of Sondra Joan Wininger, who passed away on January 14, 2025, in Newburgh, IN. She was born on August 29, 1947, in Vincennes, IN, and departed this life leaving a legacy of love and warmth that will be cherished by all who knew her. Sondra's life...
Jan 16, 2025
Connie "Birdie" Pritchett, 68, Vincennes
Connie Marie Pritchard "Birdie",68, passed away peacefully with her loving husband by her side. Connie a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, was born in Sullivan, Indiana, on February 5, 1956, and is the daughter of Robert and Hazel (Butler) Wright. Connie brought joy and warmth to everyone she enc...
Jan 15, 2025
Betty Burnett, 68, Vincennes
Betty A. Burnett, a beacon of love and kindness, passed away on January 14, 2025, in Vincennes, IN, at the age of 68. Born on April 7, 1956, in Owensboro, KY, Betty's early years brimmed with curiosity and joy. Her life was a testament to the strength of familial bonds, surrounded by loved ones who will cherish her mem...
Jan 15, 2025
Gary Meade, 84, Washington
Gary Lee Meade, 74, of Daviess County, IN, passed away on January 14, 2025, in Washington, IN. Born on November 28, 1950, to Warren Harding Meade and Agnes Ellen "Veale" Meade, he was a soul known for his loving nature, humorous spirit, and remarkable handiness. A proud high school graduate, Gary spent his pr...
Jan 15, 2025
Joshua Williams, 40, Vincennes
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Joshua Ryan Williams, a beloved father, husband, son, brother and friend, who left this earth way too soon. Josh passed away peacefully on January 11th, 2025 at the young age of 40 at IU Methodist Hospital surrounded by loved ones. Josh was an amazing young man whose infect...
Jan 14, 2025
Local Sports
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
In girls' basketball: The North Knox Warriors used a 21-1 third quarter to defeat North Posey last night 66-32. Baylee McClure led the Lady Warriors with 16; Brynna Collins added 13, along with six steals. Overall, the Lady Warriors had 12 steals on the night. With the win, North Knox is now 11-6 on the year. The South...
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Saturday Sports News
In High School Boys Basketball action... Vincennes Lincoln beat Sullivan 48-39. Luke Hall paced the 9-4 Alices with 18 points. South Knox lost to Bloomfield 41-33. Justin Siewers led the 3-7 Spartans with 14 points. North Central downed Vincennes Rivet 66-48. Brody Shots led the 2-9 Patriots with 14 points. In girls ac...
Jan 19, 2025
Friday Sports Recap
In boys basketball action... Vincennes Lincoln held on to beat Evansville North 53-50. Joel Sanders led the 8-4 Alices with 16 points and went over the one-thousand career point mark. North Knox trimmed Shoals 39-35. The win moves the Warriors to 4-8 on the season. Camden McCrory led the Warriors with ten points.
Jan 18, 2025
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Basketball Games Around the Area Tonight
In boys basketball action tonight... 7-4 Vincennes Lincoln plays host to 5-4 Evansville North. JV is at 6:30 with the varsity at eight and you can hear the game here on WZDM and watch the Live stream at wzdm.com. 3-8 North Knox plays host to 4-7. JV is at six with the varsity at 7:30 and you can hear the game on WUZR 1...
Jan 17, 2025
Knox Cuonty Sports for Friday
Girls Basketball Action last night.. Vincennes Lincoln rallied to beat Linton 48-45. Grace Archer led the 11-5 Alices with 12 points. Lincoln won the JV contest 33-30. Vincennes Rivet downed Loogootee 61-26. Natalie Early paced the 11-6 Patriots with 22 points. Mary Herman added 15 points and Senior Lexi Frey went over...
Jan 17, 2025
Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
In girls basketball action...Class 3-A number four Evansville Central outscored Vincennes Lincoln 19-8 in the third quarter And pulled away for a 69-49 win. Grace Archer led the 10-5 Lady Alices with 16 points while Kahre McCrary added 15. In boys basketball action...Loogootee beat Vincennes Rivet 62-35. Brody Shots le...
Jan 16, 2025
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In girls basketball action last night, South Knox is now 15-2 on the season after rolling past Wood Memorial 81-40. What a night for senior Bren Hill who poured in a career high 32 points. Ella Bobe added 22 points and Delaynee Coomes scored nine and set the record at South Knox for 3 pointers made in a career in girls...
Jan 15, 2025
Knox County Local Sports for Tuesday
On the local sports scene for today.... In Girls Basketball Action... Class 2-A number one South Knox will play host to Wood Memorial. The Spartans are 17-2 while The Trojans are 9-7. It's varsity only at 6:30 and you can hear the game on WUZR 105.7fm. 6-7 Linton makes the trip to Holscher gym to face 9-6 Vincennes Riv...
Jan 14, 2025
LHS Proposes to Move Conferences from SIAC to WIC; South Knox Still 2A Number 1 for Girls Basketball
Vincennes Lincoln is one step closer from making a conference change. This morning, the Vincennes Community School Board voted 4-0 to apply for admission to join the Western Indiana Conference for athletics. The move would end a nearly five year stay with the Southern Indiana Athletic Conference. The Recommendation was...
Jan 13, 2025
Elks Hoop Shoot Planned Tomorrow at Vincennes YMCA
The annual Vincennes Elks Hoop Shoot is tentatively set for tomorrow at the Vincennes YMCA. At this time though, the event is weather permitting. As of now, registration is set for nine tomorrow morning, with the shoot itself starting at ten. Three groups of both boys and girls will compete to move onto district compet...
Jan 10, 2025
Entertainment News
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Former 'Bachelorette' star left 'cutthroat' Hollywood for 'quiet' family life in Nashville
"Bachelorette" star Ali Fedotowsky-Manno told her agent she was "done" with Hollywood and left LA for a quieter life in Nashville with her husband and two kids.
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Justin Baldoni claims unedited 'It Ends With Us' footage refutes Blake Lively's sexual harassment accusations
Justin Baldoni's team has released unedited footage they claim refutes Blake Lively's accusations of sexual harassment. The "It Ends With Us" co-stars are locked in a legal battle.
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Billy Ray Cyrus explains Trump inaugural ball performance that concerned fans
After a shaky performance at President Donald Trump's inaugural ball that sparked concern among fans on social media, Billy Ray Cyrus said his onstage mishap was just part of “rock 'n' roll."
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Judi Dench's vision loss prevents her from going out alone
Dame Judi Dench, 90, shared on a podcast that she needs to always be accompanied by a person since she cannot see and "will walk into something or fall over."
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Lauren Sanchez tones down look after backlash for racy inauguration outfit
Children’s book author, pilot and former journalist Lauren Sanchez turned heads in a more modest ensemble Monday night after she received backlash for her racy outfit at President Donald Trump's inauguration.
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Trump inauguration: Jewel surprises MAHA Inaugural Ball with performance
Jewel surprised President Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. supporters Monday with a performance at the MAHA Ball at the Waldorf Astoria, Washington, D.C.
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Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: President Donald Trump's star-studded inauguration weekend
The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.
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Royals plan to visit President Donald Trump in 2026 in hopes of reinforcing a 'special relationship': report
King Charles, Queen Camilla and other senior members of the royal family are gearing up to visit President Donald Trump in the US in 2026, according to reports.
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Garth Hudson, The Band's last surviving member, dead at 87
Musician Garth Hudson passed away Tuesday. The keyboardist was the last surviving member of Canadian-American rock group, The Band. Hudson was 87.
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John Sykes, Whitesnake and Thin Lizzy guitarist, dead at 65
John Sykes died from cancer at age 65. The guitarist played for both Thin Lizzy and Whitesnake before joining Blue Murder with Tony Franklin and drummer Carmine Appice.
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Putin, Xi vow to 'deepen' alliance hours after Trump re-enters the White House
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video call hours after President Donald Trump re-entered the White House and pledged to "deepen" their partnership.
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Russia sounds off on Trump's threat to retake the Panama Canal
Russia’s foreign ministry has called on Trump to reaffirm the current international agreement surrounding the Panama Canal and to leave it in control of the nation of Panama.
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Israeli military chief steps down over October 7 Hamas massacre: 'Weighs on me every day'
IDF Chief Herzi Halevi announced his resignation, citing responsibility for Oct. 7 attack failures. His departure intensifies calls for accountability, placing pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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World leaders react as Trump re-enters the White House
Leaders across the globe reacted to Donald Trump once again entering the White House, with some nations issuing messages of congratulations while others took issue with his inaugural comments.
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What was in the brown bags handed to Israeli hostages released by Hamas?
Freed Israeli hostages Emily Damari, Romi Goren and Doron Steinbrecher were seen holding paper "gift bags" as they were greeted by IDF soldiers upon their return home.
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66 dead after fire erupts at popular ski hotel in Turkey
At least 66 people died and 51 others became injured in a fire that broke out at a Turkish ski resort hotel on Tuesday. Over 200 guests were staying at the hotel when the disaster struck.
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Israeli intel indicates Hamas held hostages at new Gaza hospital as UN health agency criticized for inaction
The IDF recently completed a major raid at the Kamal Adwan Hospital in the northern Gaza Strip, arresting some 240 terrorists. Fox News Digital has learned that hostages were reportedly held there.
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Israeli military launches large-scale counterterrorism operation in West Bank city
The Israel Defense Forces announced an operation in the West Bank city of Jenin, which is a stronghold for terror organizations backed by Iran.
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Israeli president calls Trump a 'true friend' on Inauguration Day, praises his work to release hostages
Israeli President Isaac Herzog is praising Donald Trump as a "true friend" of Israel, thanking him for his "commitment to bringing all our hostages home."
Jan 20, 2025
Freed Israeli hostage speaks out for first time, says she has 'returned to my life' following Hamas captivity
Emily Damari, one of the first hostages freed by Hamas in the cease-fire agreement, is speaking out for the first time following her release.
Jan 20, 2025