Local News
KC Assessor Discusses Property Valuation Rise
Knox County Assessor Woody Woodward has made a public statement regarding an increase in assessed property values-and related property taxes. In a statement, Woodward reports the State of Indiana revised the cost tables for property. That has made what he calls a "substantial" increase in assessments. Among ...
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Another Grant from Daviess County Group
Daviess County's Our Community Foundation has awarded a $250 second-semester Teaching Innovator Grant to Washington Catholic Schools to support Stem Challenge Stations: Building Imagination Through Hands-On Learning. Washington Catholic Teacher, Jodi Pickett, accepted the award and was named a Teaching Innovator. The S...
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Four Students Win Homemaker Awards in Daviess County
The Homemakers' Association has awarded its 2026 Homemakers Scholarship awards. This year's scholarship winners are Morgan Scheutz (SHEETS), Austin Clark, Blake Boyd, and Meredith Bean. The award is presented to Daviess County students through the offices of Purdue Extension-Daviess County. The four winners received s...
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Indiana Early Voting Continues in Area
Early voting continues at your area Indiana county Clerk's Office Hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. This Saturday, in Knox County, the early voting will be in the former Knox County Jail garage across from the Knox County Courthouse, at the Firehouse in Bicknell, and in the Blue Jeans Center in Monroe City. Early voti...
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Progress Strong on Two County Projects
Strong progress continues on Knox County's newest building projects. Both the Amazon distribution center and Bierhaus Flats complex are both making great progress. Commissioners' president T-J Brink says construction crews put the four walls up on the proposed center in one day. Brink also says significant progress is...
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City of Vincennes Measuring the After-Effects of Boil Order
The City of Vincennes is sifting through the after-effects of the boil order issued over the weekend. The order was issued Friday, and stay in effect until clear samples were found Saturday afternoon. Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum highlights to important issues from the weekend's boil order. One of those was the use of C...
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May 8th Deadline Set for Extending Gas Tax Suspension
Indiana's sales tax on gasoline is set to increase by 6.1 cents per gallon in May if Governor Mike Braun does not extend the temporary suspension. The Indiana Department of Revenue determines the tax amount monthly based on the statewide retail gas cost average. The current rate of 17.2 cents per gallon will rise to 23...
Apr 22, 2026
Library Looking to the Future
The Knox County Library Board is considering plans for two upcoming Library endeavors. The first is the three-year strategic Library plan from this year through 2028. The long-range plan is set up to clarify goals and ways to reach them over the next three years. More on the actual ideas will be mentioned in the mont...
Apr 22, 2026
Obituaries
Maurice Vieck, 102, Vincennes
Maurice J. Vieck, 102, of Vincennes, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026. He was born in Vincennes on October 4, 1923, to Christopher and Cecilia (Kaiser) Vieck. He graduated Lincoln High School, Class of 1942, and continued his education at Vincennes University and Purdue University. Maurice was a lifelong farmer...
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Mary Ann Cress, 68. Bicknell
Mary Ann "Johnson" Cress, age 68, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1957, in Cannelton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a steady faith that guided her throughout her years. Mary Ann attended the business college in...
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Judy Strate, 89, Patoka
Judith K. "Judy" Strate, 89, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Robert Paul and Golda Alice Black. Judy was a proud graduate of Patoka High School, the Valedictorian of the class of 1955, and has remained actively involved in alumni events throughout...
Apr 22, 2026
Steven Alton, 77, Vincennes
Steven Bruce Alton, 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 18, 2026, at his residence in Vincennes. He was born on February 17, 1949, to the late John & June Alton in Vincennes. Steven was a 1967 graduate of Lincoln High School, and following high school, he served his country before being honorably discha...
Apr 21, 2026
Thomas Bennington, 78, Washington
Tommy P. Bennington, 78 years old of Washington, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at his home in the early morning hours of April 18th, 2026. Tommy was born on November 6th, 1947, in Washington, Indiana, to Hoyt P. and Vera Jean (Stuffle) Bennington. Tommy was a 33-year auditor for the state of Indiana....
Apr 21, 2026
Mary Jane Smith, 86, Biucknell
Mary Jane Smith, 86, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026. She was born on November 10, 1939, and lived a life rooted in faith, love, and devotion to her family. Mary Jane retired from the Indiana Department of Corrections, where she worked in the Chaplain's office. Her strong faith was a guid...
Apr 19, 2026
William Clinkenbeard, 88, Bruceville
William Eugene Clinkenbeard, age 88, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. He was born on June 30, 1937, in Bicknell, Indiana, and lived a life marked by faith, hard work, devotion to family, and a deep appreciation for the simple blessings of each day. William graduated from Freelandville High School ...
Apr 17, 2026
Rich Cummins, 60, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Richard P. Cummins, better known as Rich. Rich left us on April 14, 2026, at the age of 60. Born on July 17, 1965, in Vincennes, Rich was the son of Raymond Paul, Sr. and Nancy (Chambers) Cummins. Rich had a passion for the great outdoors. Whether he was out fishi...
Apr 17, 2026
Ronnie Ikemire Sr, 59, Vincennes
Ronnie Dee Ikemire Sr., 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 12, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. He was born on August 8, 1966, in Vincennes, Indiana, to the late Mildred Jeffries Ikemire and Charles Ikemire Sr. Ronnie lived his life in the community he called home and was known by those who loved him as a hard...
Apr 16, 2026
Donda Coomes, 64, Vincennes
Dronda Sue "Peach" Coomes, age 64, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 11, 2026, in her hometown. She was born on August 17, 1961, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived her life with a warm heart, a strong spirit, and a deep devotion to the people and things she loved most. Dronda attended high school and ...
Apr 15, 2026
Local Sports
LHS Names Illinois Hall of Famer to be Next Head Basketball Coach
A 2017 Illinois Basketball Hall of Fame coach has been named as the new head coach at Vincennes Lincoln. Rob Flanigan will take over for Dave Mahurin has the basketball coach at L-H-S. Flanigan comes to Vincennes after a long and successful career at Richland County High School in Olney. He led the Tigers to a 577-29...
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Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
In baseball: The Rivet Patriots scored 11 runs in the first and third, en route to a 25-0, five inning win over Shoals. Brody Shots pitcked a five-inning no-hitter as part of the win. The Patriots are 8-3 on the year. Next up is a trip to Shakamak tonight to face the Lakers. The North Knox Warriors gave up seven run s...
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Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: The Vincennes Lincoln Alices were defeated at Evansville Mater Dei 8-4. The Wildcats scored seven in the first two innings, and held on to win it. Colton Wonning took the loss on the mound for the Alices. Nash Ransom was the top hitter for the Alices, with a triple and 3 RBI in the game. Overall, L-H-...
Apr 22, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices lost at Washington last night 5-3.The Alices could not come back from a 5-0 deficit after two innings. Cooper Collins and Colton Wonning led the Alices with two hits each. Nash Ransom took the loss fdor the Alices. The Rivet Patriots scored seven in the first two innings to win 13=0 at Re...
Apr 21, 2026
Vincennes Cub League to Start Season Tonight
Vincennes Cub League will open its 69th season of play tonight with an opening ceremony at 6 pm at Joe Bilskie Senior Field. The Cub League complex is at Bambino Drive, just off 15th Street in Vincennes. Starting after the ceremony, teams in various leagues will play over 400 games in that facility this eason. The fa...
Apr 20, 2026
Knox County Sports for Friday
Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player development, leadership, and program-building. Athletic Director Larry Cochren clai...
Apr 17, 2026
New Head Boys Basketball Coach at Washington HS
Boyd named New Washington High School Boys' Basketball Head Coach Jds 4-17-2026 Washington Community Schools has named Alex Boyd as the new head coach of Washington High School boys' basketball. Boyd is a Washington alum and former student-athlete. The school corporation says Boyd brings strong experience in player dev...
Apr 16, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices gave up five runs in the first two innings, as they lose to North Posey on the road 6-2. Cooper Collins led for the Alices with three doubles and both LHS runs batted in. Paxton Smith took the loss for the Alices. The Rivet Patriots were down 7-0 after three innings at Bloomfield, but the...
Apr 16, 2026
Knox County Sports Update for Wednesday
The South Knox Spartans baseballers scored five in the botton of the 7th to defeat Eastern Green 10-9. They were also down 9-1 in the 4th before starting the comeback to win it. Cole Worland drove in three in the win, while Mac Harmon added two drive in. The Spartans improve to 3-4 with the victory. It was perfectio...
Apr 15, 2026
Knox County Sports roundup for Tuesday
The Rivet Patriots scored three in the third and three in the fifth as part of an 8-1 win yesterday over Evansville Bosse. Brody Shots had three hits-including two doubles and a single. Cale Bezy and Henry Holka also doubled in the win. The victory on the mound went to Hunter Biskie. The North Knox Warriors and Bloom...
Apr 14, 2026
Entertainment News
Fox World News
Sarah Ferguson's former dresser convicted of murder back in spotlight as case resurfaces
Natalie Dormer stars in BritBox's "The Lady," a series about Sarah Ferguson's ex-dresser Jane Andrews, who was convicted of murdering her boyfriend Thomas Cressman.
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Nicole Scherzinger marks Earth Day in zebra-print bikini with Hawaiian heritage message
Nicole Scherzinger marked Earth Day with breathtaking nature photos in a zebra-print bikini and a message tied to her Hawaiian heritage.
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'Sopranos' star Jamie-Lynn Sigler fled Hollywood for Texas where she no longer feels 'watched'
Jamie-Lynn Sigler reveals why she moved her family from Los Angeles to Austin, Texas, citing her multiple sclerosis diagnosis and desire for normalcy.
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Darrell Sheets, 'Storage Wars' star known as 'The Gambler,' dead at 67
Darrell Sheets, who appeared in over 160 episodes of A&E's "Storage Wars," has died at 67. Lake Havasu City police say the death is under investigation.
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Pat Sajak's daughter finds romance with viral baseball star after 'boyfriend application'
Maggie Sajak, daughter of Pat Sajak, reveals her new relationship with Savannah Bananas player Jackson Olson in a Disney-themed social media post.
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Jack Nicholson's daughter calls out Hollywood's status-chasing elite in scathing new essay about modern LA
Jack Nicholson's daughter Lorraine takes aim at Hollywood's clout chasers in a satirical W Magazine essay about LA's status-obsessed culture.
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Marie Osmond shares brother Alan's final words to her before his death at 76
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Bob Odenkirk says heart attack wiped his memory for a week, daughter stepped in to help
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Denise Richards calls late ex-boyfriend Patrick Muldoon her 'best friend' in emotional tribute
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Reality star Dr Pimple Popper ignored stroke warning signs and urges fans not to make her mistake
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Hezbollah disarmament deadlock risks civil war, analysts say, as US prepares for Israel-Lebanon talks
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Former Mexican beauty queen found shot dead as investigators examine possible family involvement: reports
Prosecutors investigate the death of Carolina Flores Gómez, a former Mexican beauty queen found shot in her Mexico City apartment in the Polanco area.
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Landlords allegedly posting 'Muslim-only' apartment ads in violation of country's equality act: report
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Iran agrees not to execute eight women tied to anti-regime protests after Trump's public appeal
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Freed hostage Rom Braslavski details abuse, starvation during 738 days in Gaza captivity
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Trump envoy to Turkey doubles down after backlash, pushes 'peace through strength' policy
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Voice for kids: 11-year-old Israeli boy uses social media to battle antisemitism
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Iran reportedly fires on three ships in Strait of Hormuz
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Tokyo theme park worker dies after being trapped inside ride mechanism during routine maintenance
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Apr 22, 2026
Pope Leo urges Africans to stay and 'serve your country' instead of migrating as displacement climbs
Pope Leo XIV urged African youth to stay and improve their own countries rather than migrate while speaking to university students in Cameroon's capital.
Apr 21, 2026
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