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Expected Flooding Now Hear on Area Rivers

Flood levels are reaching above flood stage on area rivers, with flooding expected well above flood stage throughout the next week. The Wabash River at Vincennes is forecast to top out at six feet over flood stage a week from today, at 22 feet. That is six feet over flood stage. At Mount Carmel, the Wabash will hit 12 ...

Illinois Counter-Measure Patrols in Lawrence County

Illinois State Police will conduct Alcohol Countermeasure Enforcement patrols in Lawrence County throughout this month. ACE patrols allow the ISP to focus on preventing, detecting, and taking enforcement action in response to violations associated ...

State Road 358 Near Elnora to Close for Two Days for Work

The Indiana Department of Transportation will have a two-day paving closure starting Monday on State Road 358 just south of Elnora. The closure will shut down part of 358 between State Roads 57 and 58, INDOT plans to do some repairs and re-patches on that part of the road. The detour will use State Roads 57 and 58. Loc...

Water Line Flushing Planned for Daviess County

Daviess County Rural Water Systems says spring flushing begins Monday and will continue until completed. Flushing in the south area we will start at Bussard Road and continue south. In the north area, flushing wi...

Ribbon Cutting Tomorrow for New Gibson County Detention Facility

A ribbon cutting ceremony and open house will be held Saturday from 1:00 until 4:00 PM for Gibson County's new Sheriff's Office and Detention Facility The new facility is located at 119 East Brumfield Avenue in Princeton. &e...

Nest Week Now Set for Paving on Hamlin Chapel Road

The Knox County Highway Department has reset its paving work on Hamilne Chapel Road to next week. The paving on that South Knox area road will now be done Monday through Wednesday of next week. Also next Wednesday, work will take place on Overhead Road from Anson Road to Wheatland Road. After those projects are done, c...

Obituaries

Dorothy Johnson, 96, Vincennes

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Dorothy M. Johnson. Beloved mother, friend, and community member, left us peacefully at the age of 96 on March 31, 2025. Dorothy was born in Ragsdale, IN on March 14, 1929 the daughter of Oda R. and Bertha (Funcannon) Pitcher. She married Louis Johnson on October 25, 1953 a...

James noble, 49, Vincennes

James Erwin (Jay) " Woodchip" Noble 49 Bruceville In. passed away suddenly on Sunday March 30th, 2025, at Good Samaritan Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Jay was born on December 21st, 1975, to the late Cindy Rainey and James (Jim) Noble of Michigan.On July 24. 2004 Jay married the love of his life S...

Janet Early, 86, Vincennes

Janet Earley, 86, a cherished mother, grandmother and dedicated educator, passed away on March 23, 2025, at Bridge Pointe Health Campus leaving behind a legacy of kindness and commitment to her community. Janet was born on March 16, 1939, the daughter of Charles Donald and Wilma (Dunn) Wittenmyer. She married Paul Earl...

Andrew Hostetler, 34, Vincennes

Andrew Jacob Hostetler, a cherished son, brother, nephew, uncle, cousin, and loyal friend, passed away in Pensacola, Florida, on March 23, 2025, at the age of 34. Born on April 2, 1990, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to Bumper and Lori "Roberts" Hostetler, Andrew grew into a man of kindness, creativity, and friendl...

Donald R. Hatcher Jr., 68, Vincennes

Donald R. Hatcher Jr., aged 68, a long-time resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on March 24, 2025, in Evansville, IN. He was born on September 11, 1956, to the late Donald Ray Hatcher Sr. and Linda Hatcher and was the beloved brother of Julie Dillon, who preceded him in death, along with grandsons David Reel and Ant...

Thomas L. Johnson, 77, Monroe City

Thomas L. "Tom" Johnson, 77, of Monroe City, IN, passed away Sunday March 23, 2025 at 6:36 PM with his family at his bedside aiding him in his final journey. Tom was born September 10, 1947 in Vincennes the son of Norman "Jake" and Irma Jean Rinehart Johnson. He was a 1965 graduate of Lincoln High S...

Wendell L. Perkins, 84, Vincennes

Wendell Lee Perkins, a cherished patriarch and friend to many, passed away on March 22, 2025, at the age of 84, in Evansville, IN. Born on February 13, 1941, in Sumner, IL, he lived a vibrant life characterized by dedication, love for his family, and a passion for simplicity. Wendell graduated from high school, laying ...

Anthony Beaman, 44, Vincennes

Anthony Ryan Beamon, a spirited soul and beloved father, passed away at the age of 44 on March 16, 2025, in Vincennes, IN. He was born on February 27, 1981, in Indianapolis, IN, to his parents James McCarthy of Jasper, IN, and Sandra "Peach" Beamon of Vincennes, IN. Anthony was an adventurous individual with ...

Roger Snyder, 61, Edwardsport

Roger Lee Snyder Sr., aged 61, a resident of Edwardsport, IN, passed away on March 16, 2025 surrounded by his loved ones. Roger, known for his loving nature and kind spirit, was born on October 19, 1963, to the late Gerald and Betty "Wampler" Snyder. Roger worked for Hammelman Nitrate and later worked as a tr...

JOhn Hardy, 71, Washington

John Robert Hardy III, a beloved father, grandfather, son, brother, and friend, passed away on March 16, 2025, in Evansville, IN, at the age of 71. Born on November 16, 1953, in Washington, IN, John lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his work, and his passion for sports and horticulture. Survived by his m...

Local Sports

Knox County Sports for Wednesday

The Vincennes Lincoln Baseball team opened its season with an impressive 10-0 / 6 inning win over Southridge. What a day for the Alices Brady Anderson. Anderson went the distance, allowing only two hits while striking Out 13. Anderson also had five hits and drove in three runs. Cooper Collins was a perfect 4 for 4 and ...

Spring Sports Calendar Starts Today

On the local sports scene for today... The Vincennes Rivet Baseball team kicks off its season at home tonight against Princeton. Game time is 6pm and you can watch the game live-streamed at waovam.com. The South Knox Baseball team gets things started at Sullivan. Game time is 5:30. The Lincoln girls softball team is on...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday

The season came to an end last night for the Vincennes University men's basketball team. Panola College eliminated the Blazers 75-68 in The National Quarterfinals at Hutchinson, Kansas. LeBron Thomas and Travelle Bryson led VU with 17 points each. The Blazers now out at 25-7. The Lincoln girls softball team lost its se...

Softball Pre-Season Rankings Out

Gibson Southern is number one in the Class 3-A SCAI softball preseason rankings. Others ranked include Castle is 5th in 4-A. Tecumseh is 6th in 2-A and Barr-Reeve 8th in class A. The Vikings will host Vincennes Lincoln on Wednesday night. Heritage Hills is honorable mention in Class 3-A.

V-U Wins Again Last Night; They move to Quarterfinals Tomorrow Night

Vincennes University is on to the NJCAA Quarerfinals, after n 85-71 wi o over Number 3 seeded Indian Hills College of Ottumwa, Iowa. Five scored ikn double figures for V-U, with Hussein El-Maraghy leading with 20 points for the Blazers-a new career high. Lebron Thomas and Bryan Akanmu added 15 and 14 respectively, Dayt...

VU in Tournament Action Tonight; Spring Scrimmages Planned for This Week

The 14th seeded Vincennes University men's Basketball team square off against third seeded Indian Hills Community College As the NJCAA National Tournament hits the round of 16 tonight. VU advanced after taking care of 19th seeded Three Rivers Community college on Saturday. Tip off from Hutchinson Kansas is set for nine...

All-SIAC Honors for LHS' Joel Sanders

Congratulations goes out to Vincennes Lincoln High School Senior Joel Sanders, who was named to the 2nd team All SIAC boys basketball team. Sanders averaged 14.6 points and 6.7 points a game for the Alices, who finished 14-12 on the season and 3-6 in conference play. Memorials Luke Ellspermann was named player of the y...

Baseball Rankings out: LHS Honorable Mention in 3-A

Vincennes Lincoln is an honorable mention in the Class 3-A IHSBCA preseason baseball poll. Other honorable mentions in 3-A include Jasper, Evansville Memorial, Princeton, and Gibson Southern. In class 2-A, Barr-Reeve is fourth, North Posey 5th and Forest Park 9th. Mater Dei is an honorable mention. In Class A, Tecumseh...

Semi-State Pairings Set for Saturday

The pairings are set for this Saturdays boys basketball semi-states. At the Class 2-A Southern Semi-state at the Hatchet House in Washington, game one at 10:30 has 24-4 Park Heritage taking on 19-6 Forest Park. Game two features 18-9 University against 21-6 Linton. At the Class A Southern Semi-state at Seymour, at 10am...

After 50 Years; Gene Miiller Retires from Coaching

One of the most successful boy's basketball coaches in Indiana history is calling it a career. Gene Miiller announced on Wednesday he will be retiring from coaching after 50 seasons. Miiller was 779-391 in his career and will retire the fourth all-time winningest coach. Only J.R Holmes, Jack Keefer and Jack Butcher hav...

Entertainment News

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George Clooney explains why wife Amal skipped star-studded premiere of his Broadway show

George Clooney celebrated the Broadway opening of his play, "Good Night, and Good Luck" without wife Amal by his side. The Oscar-winning actor gave a relatable reason why.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs hit with new sex trafficking charges a month before trial

Sean 'Diddy' Combs faces new sex trafficking charges, expanding his indictment to five counts. Prosecutors allege coercion and transportation for prostitution.

Bill Murray snaps at man in New York movie theater, accuses him of assault

Legendary actor Bill Murray accused a man of assaulting him in a New York movie theater in a video that's been going viral on social media.

Justin Baldoni slams Ryan Reynolds as Blake Lively's ‘co-conspirator,’ rips actor’s request to dismiss lawsuit

Justin Bladoni this week accused Ryan Reynolds of being Blake Lively's "co-conspirator" in a new filing asking a judge to deny Reynolds' motion to be dismissed from the suit.

Russell Brand charged with rape, sexual assault

Comedian Russell Brand was charged Friday with rape and sexual assault. The charges came after an investigation by British police into complaints made by multiple women.

'NYPD Blue' star Kim Delaney's felony arrest caps alcoholism battle spanning decades

From multiple run-ins with the law to a couple stints in rehab, former "NYPD Blue" actress Kim Delaney's latest felony assault arrest caps her long battle with alcoholism.

'X-Files' star David Duchovny debunks government conspiracy theories in search for the truth

David Duchovny starred as agent Fox Mulder in the hit TV series "The X-Files" from 1993 to 2002. He's now producing and hosting a new History Channel series.

'Battlestar Galactica' star says show's AI warnings more timely as sci-fi fantasies come to life

"Battlestar Galactica" actress Tricia Helfer, who played the humanoid Cylon Number Six on the series, warned AI is a "slippery slope."

Tom Hanks’ daughter gets candid about 'violence, deprivation' at hands of late mom

Tom Hanks' only daughter, E.A. Hanks, has written a book about her late mother Susan Dillingham's mental health issues and "violence" she experienced.

Val Kilmer's family breaks silence on star’s death, pays tribute to 'extraordinary' actor

"Top Gun" star Val Kilmer was remembered as "extraordinary" by his family, who said they were "so proud" of him. Kilmer died Tuesday in Los Angeles.

US will know in 'matter of weeks' if Russia is serious about peace or using 'delay tactic': Rubio

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says the U.S. will know within weeks whether Russia is serious about a ceasefire with Ukraine or if it's time to rethink U.S. policy.

India's parliament passes bill that would change Muslim land endowments

India's parliament passes a bill amending Muslim land endowments, sparking protests over concerns it undermines minority rights and could lead to property confiscation.

Luxury cruise ship caught in 40-foot waves while traveling through Drake Passage

Passengers on Quark Expeditions' Ocean Explorer ship got rocked with waves up to 40 feet on a recent cruise, rocking those onboard.

Experts warn Iran's nuclear double-talk designed to buy time, undermine US pressure

President Donald Trump is sending both carrots and sticks towards Iran, stepping up military assets in the Middle East while also signaling talks are still on the table.

Houthis shoot down 3rd US reaper drone as Trump administration continues daily airstrikes

The Houthis shot down another U.S. Reaper drone, the third one that has been destroyed by the terror organization since early March.

In warning to Turkey, Israel hits strategic targets in Syria amid rising tensions

Israel targets Syrian airbases to warn Turkey against interference, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces protests at home and ramps up efforts to expand influence in Syria and region as a whole.

South Korean president removed from office four months after declaring martial law

South Korea’s impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol was removed form office Friday, four months after he declared martial law, sending the East Asian country into chaos.

Trump urged to review UN immunity, lax visa rules amid national security concerns

As the U.S. weighs U.N. funding cuts, experts urge the Trump administration to review the world body's visa process and staff immunity over continued security concerns.

Russia calls Trump threats to bomb Iran 'illegal and unacceptable'

Russia is pushing back against threats from President Donald Trump to bomb Iran over how it handles its nuclear program, calling them "illegal and unacceptable."

World leaders react to Trump's sweeping tariffs: 'tumultuous times' ahead

World leaders had varied reactions to President Donald Trump's tariff announcements, with many pledging counter measures, while others hope to negotiate a removal of the import taxes.