Local News
Dugger Woman Speaks on Coal at White House Event
Sullivan County coal mine truck driver Kayla Blackford was invited to the White House recently as part of a ceremony for signing of a coal-related executive order. Blackford represented Sullivan County's Bear Run Coal Mine at the event. She is a resident of Dugger. Blackford joined 45th District State Representative Br...
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Michelle Smith Continues Road to KC Chamber Director March 1st
Incoming Knox County Chamber of Commerce director Michelle Smith is preparing for her transition March first as new director. Smith currently runs the Knox County Solid Waste Management District, and will stay there through the end of the month. Smith knows there are still a few loose ends to tie up with the S-W-M-D be...
10h ago
College Goal Sunday Set for This Sunday
Financial aid professionals will assist Indiana students and families with filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, at 34 locations during College Goal Sunday, held at 2 PM (local time) on February 22nd. The event is free, and...
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Pantheon Business Theatre to Open Commercial Kitchen Later This Month
The Pantheon Business Theatre will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for its new commercial kitchen at 11:30 on Tuesday, February 24th. The commercial kitchen space will support food entrepreneurs across Knox County. The facility is designed to help culinary business owners to successfully start new food-based businesses....
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"Flock Cams" Coming for Knox County's Heavy Traffic Areas
Installation is expected soon on a set of 'flock cams" across heavily-traveled areas in Knox County. The mounted caneras will help Sheriff's deputies with law enforcement issues. Knox County Sheriff Doug Vantlin says the placement will be along state and U-S highways across the county. One thing the camera will no...
11h ago
Primary Races A-Plenty in Knox County This May
Knox County Republican voters will be busy casting votes in May for various primary election candidates. The registration deadline expired at noon Friday. The top Knox County Republican race is for Sheriff, with four men running. The candidates include Mike Fisher, Dan Short, Paul Jones, and John Fuller. Brian Hagen is...
11h ago
President's Day Means Office Closures in Area
All Vincennes City Government Offices will be closed today for Presidents' Day. Recycling will not be picked up and will resume on Monday, February 23rd. Trash pick-up will remain on schedule for the week.
11h ago
Immigration Bill in Indiana Legislature Advancing
An immigration bill in Indiana that strengthens state support for immigration enforcement and penalizes employers who hire unauthorized workers is one step closer to becoming law. The bill faced debate in the House, with lawmakers proposing amendments that ultimately did not pass. Critics argue that the bill could forc...
Feb 15, 2026
Obituaries
Donald Goforth, 88 Evansville
Donald Eugene Goforth, a loving family man and respected community member, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 88 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 18, 1937, in Henryville, Indiana, he lived a full and vibrant life, treasured by all who knew him. Don graduated from high school and went on to master the ...
Feb 15, 2026
Jeff Kolb, 74, Vincennes
Jeffrey Barnes Kolb, 74, of Vincennes, IN, died on February 7, 2026, in Indianapolis, IN, following heart surgery. He was born in Fort Meade, MD, on May 28, 1951, to Joe and Norma (Schumacher) Kolb. He was married to Deborah (Nosko) Kolb for 52 years and together they had three children: Justin, Joanna, and John. Jeff,...
Feb 12, 2026
Marilyn Smith,89, Vincennes
Marilyn Louise (Martindale) Smith, 89, passed away February 7, 2026 at Gentle Care Nursing Home. She was born April 13, 1936 to the late John and Jennie (Church) Martindale in Vincennes, IN. She graduated from Monroe City High School in 1954 and married Orison (John) Smith on October 30, 1954. The couple lived in Hanau...
Feb 09, 2026
Kiara Schuckert-Jones, 39, Vincennes
Kiara Joy Schuckert-Jones, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on February 2, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, at the age of 39. Born on March 10, 1986, in Massillon, Ohio, Kiara's loving spirit and warm heart touched the lives of all who knew her. Kiara is survived by her children, Skyla Lopez, Aly...
Feb 06, 2026
Charles Terrell, 88, Shoals
Charles E. (Charlie) Terrell, Sr., of Shoals, age 88, went to his heavenly home on February 4, 2026. Born April 12, 1937, in Martin County, he was the son of Charlie Terrell and Bertha Mae (Owens) Terrell. He was the 11th child of 12 and the last living member of his family. He married the love of his life, Wilma Taylo...
Feb 06, 2026
Drayven Tate, 7, Vincennes
Drayven Alias Tate passed away at the tender age of 7, on February 1, 2026, in Vincennes, IN. Born on September 22, 2018, in Newburgh, IN, to Joseph Edward Schlumpf Jr. and MiKayla Marie Tate, Drayven's vibrant spirit and smile brightened the lives of all who knew him. From a young age, Drayven's personality shown thro...
Feb 05, 2026
Norma Ruth Archer, 90, Oaktown
Norma Ruth "Hoover" Archer, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in Oaktown, IN, on February 3, 2026. Born on April 4, 1936, in Fairland, OK, near the Lake of the Cherokee, to the late James Virgil and Maggie Lee "Chancellor" Hoover, Norma grew to becom...
Feb 05, 2026
Betty Mathias, 92, Washington
Elizabeth "Betty" Mathias, 92, of Washington, Indiana went to be with the Lord on January 31, 2026. She was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 28, 1933, to the late Theodore "Ted" and Mary Murphy. Betty graduated from Washington Catholic School in 1951. She began her career with Southern Bell, l...
Feb 05, 2026
Jacqueline Wininger, 64, Bridgeport
Jackqueline L. Wininger, 64, of Bridgeport, IL passed away on January 25, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on January 20, 1962, to John and Elizabeth Spangle. Jackqueline worked for many years as a cook. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time at home with her family and tending to her chickens. She will be...
Feb 04, 2026
Shirley A. Smith, 90, Vincennes
Shirley A. Smith, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister who dedicated her life to her family and work, passed away on February 2, 2026, in her hometown of Vincennes, IN, where she was born on August 3, 1935. Embraced by her community, Shirley led a life marked by kindness and a strong work ethic....
Feb 04, 2026
Local Sports
North Knox, Washington Knox Get Semi-State Directions
The North Knox Lady Warriors will head to Greencastle this Saturday for the 2-A Girls' Basketball Semi-State at Greencastle. They will face Pekin Eastern High School around noon on Saturday. Game 1 features Heritage Christian and Parke Heritage; that tips off around ten a-m. You can hear that North Knox-Pekin Eastern g...
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Girls and Boys High School Basketball Action Report!!!!
HS Girls Regional Basketball Evansville Christian defeated White River Valley 73 to 32 North Knox took out Mater Dei 48 to 42 In Boys HS Basketball South Knox handled Shoals 59 to 37 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Wood Memorial 62 to 55
Feb 15, 2026
Boys Basketball Tonight; Girls' Regional Coverage Tomorrow
Knox County basketball gets back in full swing tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alics step out of conference tonight to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. The game at the Glover Gym begins at 7:30; hear it on 92.1, WZDM/ The South Knox Spartans will entertain the Barr-Reeve Vikings in a key Blue Chil Conference matchup. Tip ...
Feb 13, 2026
Rivet, South Knox Head Up Boys' Basketball This Evening
The Rivet Patriots will face the Clay City Eels tonight at the Holscher Gym in downtown Vincennes. Tip time is 7 pm; hear the game on 97/7, WAOV. It is a Blue Chip Conference matchup tonight for the South Knox Spartans, as they face Loogootee at Jack Butcher Arena. Tip time is 7:30; that one will be on 105.7, WUZR.
Feb 10, 2026
North Knox, Washington Preparing for Regional Action at Boonville Saturday
Regioual round matchups are set, including an area doubleheader Saturday at Boonville. Game 1 features the North Knox Warriors vs. the Mater Dei Wildcats in a 2-A regional. That tip is set for 2 pm Saturday; you can hear it on 105.7, WUZR. Game 2 is for a 3-A Regional title; that will go at five Saturday afternoon, as ...
Feb 09, 2026
High School Basketball Action!!!
HS Boys Basketball action Evansville Mater Dei defeated Pike Central 72 to 31 Barr Reeve bested Rivet 46 to 41 HS Girls Basketball Action White River Valley beat Shakamak 43 to 40 North Knox defeated Linton 55 to 46
Feb 08, 2026
Girls High School Basketball!!!
White River Valley defeated Bloomington lighthouse 57 to 22 Shakamak took out Clay City 61 to 24 Loogootee narrowly defeated north davies 35 to 34 North Knox put a beat down on South Knox 72 to 48 Washington handled Vincennes Lincoln 67 to 37
Feb 07, 2026
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Boys Basketball Recap for Friday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices lost a close one last night, 55-52, to the Washingotn Hatchets at Alice Arena. The Alices were led in scoring by Leyton Battles with 20. The 7-13 Alices are back in action when the travel to the Glover Gym a week from tonight, to face the Bloomfield Cardinals. A two-point third quarter did ...
Feb 06, 2026
Knox County Basketball Recap for Thursday
The Rivet Patriots were eliminated last night in the North Daviess sectional, as they lost to Loogootee, 40-17. The Lady Patriots end the season at 10-13. In the other game at North Daviess last night, the homestanding North Daviess Cougars move to 18-6 as they defeat Washington Catholic, 65-10. All four Knox County bo...
Feb 05, 2026
Basketball Roundup for Wednesday
Kendal Hill led South Knox with 19 points and ten boards, as they eliminate Sullivan 43-32 in the 2=A Sectional at Eastern Greene. The Lady Spartans took command of the game in the third quarter, and were in complete control from then on. The South Knox Lady Spartans next face the North Knox Lady Warriors on Friday nig...
Feb 04, 2026
Entertainment News
Fox World News
Rihanna suffers wardrobe malfunction at New York Fashion Week
Rihanna suffers wardrobe malfunction at A$AP Rocky's AWGE fashion show during New York Fashion Week. The back slit in the singer's jacket opened wider than intended, exposing her backside.
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'Godfather' star Robert Duvall dead at 95
Robert Duvall, Academy Award-winning actor known for roles in "The Godfather" and "Apocalypse Now," died at 95, his wife confirmed in heartfelt tribute.
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'Tehran' co-creator Dana Eden, 52, dies suddenly in Greece filming Israeli spy show's new season
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Jane Seymour says she's 'never on a diet,' reveals simple routine that's kept her a size 4 for decades
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Prince William deliberately distanced himself from Prince Harry as he prepares for the throne: butler
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy says he met with Democratic senators, thanked US for support
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Paris police raid Arab World Institute in connection with Epstein investigation
French authorities searched the headquarters for the Arab World Institute in relation to a Jeffrey Epstein investigation on Monday.
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UK, German defense officials defend military buildup under Russian threats
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Australia Hanukkah terror attack suspect seen for first time in prison
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Taiwan 'will not escalate, but will not yield' to Chinese intimidation, foreign minister warns
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Iran says US must 'prove they want to do a deal' on nuclear talks in Geneva
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Man who burned Quran in London may get US asylum as case draws Trump administration attention
Free speech controversy erupts as the U.K.'s Crown Prosecution Service appeals the overturned conviction of Hamit Coskun, who burned a Quran outside the Turkish Consulate in London.
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2 skiers killed in avalanche on popular Mont Blanc skiing route near French-Swiss border
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Zelenskyy ally arrested trying to flee Ukraine as massive corruption probe deepens
Ukrainian authorities detained former energy minister Herman Halushchenko in the Operation Midas probe investigating alleged $100 million kickbacks.
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Doctors Without Borders reduces operations at Gaza hospital over security concerns
Doctors Without Borders halted noncritical operations at Gaza's Nasser Hospital, citing security concerns.
Feb 15, 2026
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