Local News
More Money Coming to Area Communities from CCMG
The City of Vincennes and Knox County have both received additional funding from the Community Crossings Matching Grant. Knox County got a million dollars in added funding, while Vincennes gets over 41-thousand, 500 dollars in added CCMG road and bridge repair grants. Also, Daviess County received one-million dollars...
6h ago
Boonville Woman Runs Red Light, Arrested for Drug Possession
The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says a Boonville woman is facing drug charges following a traffic stop late Sunday night for running a red light at US 41 and State Road 168. A deputy began a roadside investigation after observing possible criminal behavior inside her vehicle. 34-year-old Latisha Jackson was taken in...
7h ago
Floodwater Crossing Leads to Otwell Man's Arrest
An Otwell man is facing a charge of Operating a Vehicle While Intoxicated after attempting to drive through floodwaters on State Road 64 in Gibson County. The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says 57-year-old Ryan Powell was taken into custody after he drove past the high-water barricades and into the high water.
7h ago
Jasper Strassenfest to Raise Funds for V-U Jasper Campus
Jasper Strassenfest's Half Pot event is back this year with a new way to purchase tickets in addition to traditional booth sales. Strassenfest committee and VU Jasper representatives will have set hours beginning tomorrow at their Big Red Booth located in front of Ruler Foods in Jasper. Tickets are also now available f...
7h ago
50 Year-old Time Capsule Opening Possible
The celebration of America's 250th birthday in Vincennes, in part, will pay respects to the nation's 200th birthday. Officials at George Rogers Clark National Park plan to unearth and open a time capsule buried 50 years ago, in 1976. G-R-C chief ranger Joe Herronis glad to have had some officials from back then to he...
7h ago
Drowning Claims Life of Oakland City Youth
A 17-year-old boy died after drowning at New Lake Campground near Oakland City. Indiana DNR officials say crews were called to the campground around 5:25 p.m. Monday after a report of a person missing in the water. Patoka Township Fire, Oakland City Police, the Gibson County Sheriff's Office, Indiana DNR and the Evansv...
7h ago
July 6th Closure on Intersection Planned
IN-DOT says the intersection of U.S. 41 and Industrial Park Boulevard near Vincennes is scheduled for closure on Monday, July 6th. This closure will also include the closure of the Industrial Park Boulevard approach to U.S. 41. The closures are part of an intersection improvement project. When complete, the intersectio...
7h ago
Gov. Braun to Use Caution in Gas Tax Suspension Discussion
Indiana Governor Mike Braun announced he'll wait until before his gas tax suspension expires before he decides whether to extend it. Braun's current order expires July 7, but he says he doesn't want to make a decision too soon. He added he is still monitoring the situation in the Middle East and will decide just before...
7h ago
Obituaries
Jan Marie Wonder, 76, Washington
Jan Marie "Christensen" Wonder, age 76, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 27, 2026, in Washington, Indiana. She was born on March 12, 1950, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Kenneth and JoAnn "Grimes" Christensen. Jan lived a life marked by devotion, kindness, and steady care for the people aro...
8h ago
Teresa Reedy, 55, Carlisle
Teresa A. Ready, age 55, passed away on June 15, 2026, in Evansville, IN. She was born on July 28, 1970, in Sullivan, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion to family, and a warm spirit that touched many. Teresa was the beloved daughter of Rebecca "Land" Ready and the late Larry Ready. She was...
8h ago
Dale Hancock, 73, Vincennes
Dale Rubia "Hancock" Linneweber, age 73, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 24, 2026. She was born on February 19, 1953, in Linton, Indiana, to Robert and Ruth "Carrico" Hancock. Dale fought a gallant battle against cancer with nothing less than a positive attitude. Dale lived her life with ...
Jun 28, 2026
Terry Opell, 81, Vincennes
Terry W. Opell, 81, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the Opell clan he loved so dearly. Terry was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Agnes (Gordon) Opell, and his father-in-law, Carl Krumwiede. He is survived by his mother-in-law, Louise (Fritchley) Krumwiede; his beloved wife of 60 years,...
Jun 25, 2026
Vifginia Biggs, 74, Vincennes
Virginia "Jenny" Fredrick- Biggs, 74, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 21, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, devotion, and quiet strength that touched the lives of all who knew her. She was born on April 16, 1952, in St. Francisville, Illinois, to the late James Edward and Ma...
Jun 23, 2026
Judy Kontz, 81, Vincennes
Judy Kay Koontz, age 81, passed away on June 19, 2026, one day after celebrating her 60th wedding anniversary, with her family lovingly at her side. Born in Greensburg, Indiana, to Kathleen and Ronald Busse, Judy lived a life filled with joy, compassion, and an endless smile that warmed every room she entered. She was ...
Jun 23, 2026
Tom Cazzell, 78, Bicknell
Tommy "Tom" Cazzell, age 78, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on June 18, 2026, at his home. He was born on June 10, 1948, in Phoenix, Arizona, and lived a life marked by hard work and devotion to family. Tom served in the United States Army. He remained proud of his service and of the values he upheld. Afte...
Jun 22, 2026
Shelby Fall Jr., 87, Vincennes
Shelby Joseph Fall Jr., 87, of Vincennes, IN, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026, at St. Vincent Hospital in Evansville. He was born on November 8, 1938, to the late Shelby Fall Sr. & Carrie (Babineaux) Fall in Lawtell, Louisiana. Shelby spent his childhood and adolescence in Lawtell and graduated from Lawtell Hi...
Jun 22, 2026
Gene Timmel, 94. Sevierville, TN
Gene "Paul" Timmel, 94 of Servierville, TN passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June17,2026. He was born March 13,1932 in Petersburg, IN to the late Robert Paul and Mary Elizabeth Timmel. My Dad was an amazing man. He was an intelligent, devoted, strong, supportive, loving Husband, Father...
Jun 21, 2026
Jane Wineman, 94, Vincennes
God sent His angels to bring Jane Elizabeth Reed Wineman to be home with Him on June 13, 2026. Jane married her one great love on June 13, 1953. How like God in His perfect way to bring them together in glorious heaven on their 73rd wedding anniversary, and to give this loving comfort to their daughters. Jane, 94, was...
Jun 21, 2026
Local Sports
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 ...
Jun 17, 2026
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...
Jun 15, 2026
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...
Jun 08, 2026
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...
Jun 05, 2026
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...
Jun 04, 2026
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...
Jun 02, 2026
NK Baseballers Set for Afternoon Baseball Semifinal at Linton
One Knox County team is still alive in baseball sectional play, as the North Knox Warriors play Sullivan at one this afternoon in the Linton Sectional. The Warriors were defeated by Sullivan when the two played early in the year. You can hear the game this afternoon on 105.7, WUZR. The winner plays tonight at six in ...
Jun 01, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
In baseball: A single run in the seventh was enough for the North Knox Warriors to defeat the host Linton Miners 3-2 at the Linton baseball sectional. Two wild pitches allowed Carter Becher to score the eventual winning run in the top of the seventh. Levi Pahmeier turned in a stellar complete game outing, as he allowe...
May 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Thursday
In baseball tournament action: Vincennes Lincoln's Brady Anderson came up with a one-hitter, as the Alices advance to the Jasper Sectional semifinals by defeating the host Wildcats 2-0. Anderson struck out eight in the win. The Alices scored in the first and in the seventh to get the victory. Nash Ransom and Tyson G...
May 28, 2026
Area Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The South Knox Lady Spartans were defeated in Sullivan sectional play by the Linter Miners 12-4. Linton led 10=0 before the Spartans scored two in the sixth, and two in the seventh, to extend the game to the full seven innings. Braelyn Gladish set a new single-season hits record with a first inning do uble, as she rec...
May 27, 2026
Entertainment News
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Taylor Swift's rumored Madison Square Garden wedding faces one massive hurdle, celebrity planner warns
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding of the year: Everything we know so far
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Jun 30, 2026
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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce's prep for rumored wedding rolls on days ahead of reported MSG nuptials
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Country star Morgan Wallen showcases Christian faith with Bible verse on cast during concert
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Trump's Turkey arms sale proposal sparks congressional questions before NATO summit
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Pope Leo pleads with breakaway Catholic group not to commit 'sin of extreme gravity'
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