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A Different Set of Tire Donation Coming to Vincennes Township Fire Officials Today

A different type of agricultural presentation is going on this afternoon at the Knox County Fair. The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company is giving the Vincennes Township Fire Department the tire set as part of a pilot program. The award will be highlighted at four this afternoon at the Knox County Fairgrounds. The tires...

Livestock Auction Heads Up Day Five of Knox County Fair

The annual 4-H Livestock Auction is the big event during tonight's Knox County Fair. The Fair continues through tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Bicknell. The annual auction is where various businessmen and others bid on the various livestock exhibits shown during Fair Week. The amount bid goes to the participant showin...

Bridge Facade Work Continues in Downtown Vincennes

Work continues on re-placing the stones on the façade of the Memorial Bridge in downtown Vincennes. The cleaning and restoration work kicked into high gear earlier this year, as part of that landmark's renovation. G-R-C chief ranger Joe Herron reminds everyone the stones will not be pristine when they are put b...

Stuff the Trailer Supply Drive Starts Today

Back-to-school season can be stressful for teachers facing rising supply costs. To help, The Salvation Army will host a three-day "Stuff the Trailer" event at the Vincennes Walmart where shoppers can donate school supplies for local classrooms. Today's Stuff the Trailer event takes place from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m...

Today's the Day for Lane Closures in I-69 Near Bloomfield, SR 45 in Greene County

The Indiana Department of Transportation says lane closures on I-69 in Greene County are scheduled to begin today for a bridge deck overlay project, new approaches, and other repairs. The lane closures, in both directions, will begin near Bloomfield between U.S. 231 and State Road 45 over Black Ankle Creek. One lane of...

Back to School? Don't Forget About Construction

Back to school activities start next week in many school districts across the area. It is also construction season on area highways, with restrictions and closures all across the area. Knox County Sheriff Doug Vantlin reminds everyone restrictions are in place on a couple of the County's main highways-- including U-S ...

INDOT to Close Lanes on SR 58 at I-69

The Indiana Department of Transportation will close some lanes on State Road 58 at the I-69 interchange. The work will begin Monday, with alternating lanes closed for that work. The lane closures will be for minor patching and bridge deck overlay work. One lane of traffic will be open in both directions during the ov...

Martin State Forest to Expand into Greene County

Indiana has acquired 51 acres in Greene County, expanding Martin State Forest to 9,735 acres. The DNR says the acquisition will strengthen long-term conservation efforts and expand outdoor recreation opportunities in southern Indiana. The $270,000 purchase was funded by the President Benjamin Harrison Conservation Trus...

Obituaries

Ted Hazel, 77, Vincennes

Ted Hazel, age 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family. Ted served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam with the 716th Military Police and worked for the Pro...

Jim Coleman,95, Vincennes

ames "Jim" Lorel Coleman, 95, entered peacefully into the arms of his Lord and savior on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and devoted caregivers. Born in New Albany, Indiana, on September 24, 1930, to Lorel "Coke" and Helen (Cooper) Coleman, Jim grew up in southern Indiana between ...

Lt. Col. Sam Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN

Samuel "Sam" B Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN passed away in Beaufort, SC on July 24, 2026. Friends may visit with Sam's family from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home, 2020 State Street, Washington, IN 47501. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:...

Ellen Salmon, 68, Huntingburg

R. Ellen Salmon, age 68, of Huntingburg, Indiana, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1958, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and an uplifting spirit. Ellen graduated from high school and went on to dedicate much of her working life to caring for others. She w...

Timothy Burris, 62, Washington

Timothy James Burris, known to many as Timmy, passed away on July 26, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 62. He was born on January 23, 1964, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a steady, kind presence that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Timmy was a...

Virginia Mincey, 72, Vincennes

Virginia Elizabeth "Parish" Mincey, age 72, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 20, 2026, in the same city where she was born on August 30, 1953. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a...

Edward Marando, 87, Vincennes

Edward Gerald Marando, age 87, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 19, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1938, in Washington, D.C., and lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, and service. After school, Edward served in the U.S. Air Force, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and patriotism. F...

Bon Behme. 91, Evansville

Robert J. Behme passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, innovation, and love for his family and community. Bob was born on July 1935, in Evansville, IN the son of Joseph and Mary (Allard) Behme. He married Colleen Adams on June 15, 1963, and she preceded him in death on Septe...

James Blake, Jr., 63, Evansville

James Riley Blake Jr., known to many as Jimmy, passed away on July 16, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 63. He was born on May 13, 1963, in Bedford, Indiana, and lived a life marked by creativity and an appreciation for the simple joys that made each day meaningful. After attending school, Jimmy went on to b...

Janet Morgan, 85, Washington

Janet "Montgomery" Morgan, age 85, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on July 9, 2026, in Jasper, Indiana. She was born on November 10, 1940, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Janet graduated from high sch...

Local Sports

Clint Roesler Moves from Mitchell to V-U As an Assistant

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

An OVR Sweep by Southeast Lexington at Cub League Complex

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

Ohio Valley Regional Plan Begins Today at the Cub League Complex in Vincennes

The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from today through Sunday. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. The Vincennes 10 and under team will begin play Campbellsville Kentucky at Joe Bilskie Senior Fie...

Cub League Complex to Host Another Set of Cal Ripken Ohio Valley Regional Games

The Vincennes Cub League will host the Ohio Valley Regional championships for 9 and 10 year-old teams from July 16th to 19th. The two tournaments will be played separately but during the same dates on the same fields. Around ten to 12 teams will be involved, with two Vincennes host teams included in the two fields. T...

South Knox's Hayden, Harrington Named All-District

South Knox tennis players Alli Hayden and Reagan Harrington have been named as All-District tennis players for Indiana's District Seven. That covers 39 tennis-playing schools in this part of southern Indiana. Both were also named as honorable mention All-State tennis performers. Hayden was 21-3 this year at Number 1 ...

South Knox's Alli Hayden Ends Tennis Career With Statewide Showcase

South KNox Senior Alli Hayden participated in the North vs. South Girls Tennis All-Star Match in Pendleton, IN on Sunday, June 14th with 25 other seniors. The match consisted of three rounds, and points were accumulated for either the North or South based on scores. In the first round, Alli played doubles with Ally Mc...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Monday

The North Knox School Board named Doug Boyd as the Warriors new head coach on Friday afternoon. Boyd moves to Knox County after spending many years as an assistant coach for Sullivan. He will replace Josh Adams as the Warriors' head coach. South Knox tennis player Alli Hayden has been named to the South squad for the...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday

The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. The Blue Chip All-Conference baseball team has been named fo...

KC Sports Roundup for Thursday

The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...

NK Ousted from Linton Sectional Yesterday; Sullivan Wins Title

It took two swings of the bat-- a two run homer in the third, and a grand slam in the fourth--to eliminate the North Knox Warriors, 7=4, at the hands of the Sullivan Golden Arrows. Hunter Mason got the win for Sullivan, while Kason Oxby took the loss for the Warriors. Kason Oxby was relieving for Rylan Oxby; he was st...

Entertainment News

Fox World News

Justin Trudeau can't keep his hands off Katy Perry during romantic South of France getaway

Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau enjoyed a romantic sunset boat cruise in the South of France, where the former PM applied sunscreen on his girlfriend.

Country singer Ruston Kelly commits to sobriety after relapsing on drugs following freak golf cart crash

Ruston Kelly reveals he relapsed after a golf cart accident left him with a broken arm and a month-long Percocet prescription that spiraled quickly.

Monica Lewinsky has one request for critics nearly 30 years after White House scandal

Monica Lewinsky wishes critics would get new jokes after nearly three decades, sharing on a podcast how she reshaped public perception of her own story.

Ryan Gosling's family-first philosophy reshaped his Hollywood career: experts

From "Barbie" to "Ghost Rider," Ryan Gosling's pivot toward blockbuster franchises traces back to a deliberate family-first philosophy he embraced as a dad.

Kate Middleton is 'indispensable' to royal family as slimmed-down monarchy faces mounting pressure: expert

Royal expert Katie Nicholl calls Kate Middleton "the monarchy's greatest asset," revealing how her cancer journey forged a deeper bond with King Charles.

Jessica Simpson celebrates turning 46 in bikini and reveals her children have never seen her perform

Jessica Simpson shared a bikini selfie while tanning on her 46th birthday, staying true to her self-described identity as a lifelong "sun lover."

Chris Hemsworth shares terrifying footage from 'crazy' plane ride through lightning and severe turbulence

Video from Chris Hemsworth's Costa Rica family vacation captures a terrifying lightning storm mid-flight that he called a "crazy" moment.

Reality TV stars clash over what really destroyed their marriage after shocking bedroom confession

Amanda Batula revealed sex disappeared from her marriage to Kyle Cooke years before their split, citing his Loverboy obsession and lack of dates.

'Knots Landing' icon Donna Mills joins OnlyFans at 85 to connect with fans 'on her own terms'

The 85-year-old "Knots Landing" actress says fans can expect behind-the-scenes glimpses and moments from her daily life on the new platform.

'Lord of the Rings' star Sean Astin had to sell his home after negotiating 'small' salary for hit movie

Sean Astin reveals he had to sell his house after negotiating a surprisingly small salary for the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy with no residuals.

Spain deploys military after thousands of migrants overwhelm border enclave, at least 18 dead

Video shows thousands of migrants overwhelming Ceuta's Tarajal border as Spain deploys its military and at least 18 people die during crossings.

White House blasts Spanish government as thousands of migrants surge from Morocco, emergency request denied

Video captured thousands of migrants stampeding through Ceuta as Spain's government denies the enclave president's request for a national emergency.

NATO member scrambles fighter jets as Russian attack on Ukraine kills 8

Poland scrambled fighter jets after a suspected Russian Kh-101 missile entered its airspace during a massive barrage of over 70 missiles and 280 drones.

Trump retaliates after Iran attack as expert warns regime is growing more dangerous

Trump vowed to hit Iran hard after CENTCOM confirmed all ballistic missiles targeting U.S. forces in Jordan were intercepted with no casualties reported.

Russia launches ballistic missile attack on Kyiv hours after Zelenskyy warns of major strike

Multiple explosions rocked Kyiv after Russia launched ballistic missiles, hours after Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of a massive overnight assault.

Sudan's forgotten war leaves millions hungry as global attention remains elsewhere

El Fasher and El Obeid remain flashpoints as UN reports detail war crimes, mass rape, and genocide conditions in Sudan's escalating civil war.

Antisemitic violence reaches deadliest level since 1994, new global report finds

The J7 report reveals 20 people were killed in antisemitic attacks in 2025, marking the deadliest year since 1994 with a 97% rise in violence.

China, Russia, Iran and North Korea form 'axis of aggressors' that could overwhelm US, book warns

A new report documents 616 instances of security cooperation among China, Russia, Iran and North Korea, warning of a dangerous simultaneity problem.

French man discovers 5 dead babies hidden in boxes in his home after argument with wife: prosecutors

A husband in France found five decomposing babies in cardboard boxes after arguing with his wife, who had given birth at home to a baby boy the day before.

Iran inmates sew lips shut in mass hunger strike at notorious US-sanctioned jail: report

Over 1,000 inmates at Ghezel Hesar Prison enter a third week of hunger strike against Iran's executions, with some sewing their lips shut in protest.

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