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Planting Season is Here for Area Farmers

Area farmers are expected as a whole to hit their fields in the next couple of weeks for planting season. Experts expect soybeans to be planted first, with corn to follow. Purdue University's Shawn Casteel says the rule of thumb for planting is for soil temperatures to be at least 50 degrees. Casteel also reminds farme...

Gibson County: Beware of Scammers After EF-1 Tornado Hits Princeton

Following Thursday's EF-1 tornado in the City of Princeton, officials are warning residents ofA storm scams. As the city deals with storm damage, scammers are poised to exploit the situation, targeting residents with fraudulent repair offers and deceptive schemes. &...

Medicaid Work Bill Passes in Legislature

The Indiana House has approved a bill to require Medicaid recipients to work or volunteer 20-hours a week. The bill does have exceptions for the disabled and caregivers. Pass Republican Representative Brad Barret...

Speeding, Distracted Driving Crackdown Continues

Police across Indiana will be on high alert in April as they participate in an annual traffic safety campaign looking for people speeding or driving while distracted. Distracted driving and speeding caused over 17,000 thousand crashes across Indiana in 2024, resulting in 230 deaths. ...

INDOT: Work on Sixth Street Near Downtown Starts Today

The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 441, or 6th Street, in Vincennes is set for closure today between Vigo and Willow Streets. The closure will be for patching and resurfacing work. This portion of the project is expected to last through the beginning of May, dep...

Indiana AG Part of Robocall Request

52 Attorneys General, including Indiana's, have notified nine voice service providers that they may be violating state and federal laws by continuing to route allegedly unlawful robocalls across their networks. In addition to sending these warning notices and demanding that the...

Obituaries

Paula Winter, 53, Washington

Paula Winter, age 53, a beacon of warmth and care in her community, peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 9, 2025, in Washington, Indiana. Born on November 11, 1971, in Garland, Texas, to the loving Paul Winter and Linda Kaufman Winter, Paula grew up to embody the kind-hearted spirit that was instilled in her f...

Janice Downen, 96. Ocala, Florida

Janice "BeDell" Downen, age 86, of Ocala, Florida, passed away on January 3, 2025. Born on December 15, 1938, in Knox County, Indiana, to Edward Lawrence and Irma Trotter DeBell, Janice carried the warmth of her childhood throughout her life and spread it generously to everyone she met. Janice graduated from ...

Joye Taylor, 92, Vincennes

Joye Taylor, 92, a resident of Colonial Assisted Living, passed away on Friday, April 4th, 2025 at 7:11 PM. Joye was a lifetime resident of Vincennes and was proud to be a Hoosier. She and her husband co-owned The Hitching Post Antique Shop until retirement. Joye was a member of the Central Church of Christ. She also t...

Martha Cooner, 102, Vincennes

Martha LaVaughn Coomer, 102, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025, with her beloved sister by her side. Born on June 15,1922, in Illinois, Martha was the daughter of Theodore and Estella (Allee) Konton. Martha lived a very full life marked with Christ's love, compassion, and an unwavering com...

Robert Osmon, 75, Washington

Robert L. Osmon, 75, of Washington, IN, passed away on April 2, 2025. Born on July 31, 1949, in Washington, IN, to Robert and Betty Osmon, Bob's life was defined by hard work, unwavering dedication, and a sincere commitment to those he loved. A proud graduate of Washington High School, class of 1967, Bob went on to ear...

Dianna Rusk, 91, Vincennes

Diana Sue Rusk, a beloved mother, wife, and friend, passed away on April 2, 2025, at the age of 91, in Washington, IN. Born on April 1, 1934, in Vincennes, IN, Diana's life was marked by her caring nature and an unwavering commitment to her loved ones. A proud graduate of Vincennes-Lincoln High School, Diana excelled a...

Ellena Bridgewater, 87, Bloomington

Ellena A. Bridgewater, a cherished soul whose warmth and laughter touched many, passed away on April 2, 2025, at the age of 87 in Bloomington, Indiana. Ellena was born on April 21, 1937, in Brazil, Indiana to her parents Alfred and Lucy "McCullough" Rader. Upon graduating from Brazil High School, Ellena devot...

Mitchell Eaton, 70, Vincennes

Mitchell Joseph Eaton, a beloved father, brother, and son, died peacefully in Terre Haute, Indiana, on March 29, 2025, at the age of 70. Mitch was born on June 11, 1954, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Robert E. Eaton and Peggy D. (Carter) Eaton. He was the third of four siblings and lived a childhood full of friends and fam...

Richard Russell, 71, Vincennes

Richard Alan Russell was born to James Russel Sr. and Beatrice I. "McCraney" Russell on May 10, 1953, in Washington, IN. Richard attended South Knox High School and earned his associate's degree in education at Vincennes University in 1973. He achieved his bachelor's degree in secondary education at the Unive...

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...

Local Sports

Six in 6th Give Rivet a Baseball Victory

Vincennes Rivet erupted for six runs in the 6th inning and went on beat Loogootee 12-10 in a game that had over an hour lightning delay. Miles Hulka banged out two hits and drove in three runs for the Patriots. Brody Shots and Bracey Morron added a pair of hits as Rivet moves to 2-2 overall, 2-1 in conference play.

Adam Schenk Tied for 38th After One Round of the Masters

South Knox native Adam Schenk is currently tied for 38th after one round of the Masters in Augusta, Georgia. Schenk fired a one-over pay 73 to trail the leader by 8 shots after one round. He will tee off in his second round at Augusta National today. Schenk tied for 12th in last year's Masters. Justin Rose leads the Ma...

Knox County Sports for Friday

On the local sports scene for today... The Lincoln Baseball team plays at Loogootee at 5:30. The Lincoln softball team hosts Heritage Hills. You can watch the game live streamed at six on wzdm.com. The Lincoln tennis team entertains Rivet At 4:45. The North Knox softball team will host South Knox at five. You can hear ...

Knox County Sports for Thursday

The 19th rated Vincennes Lincoln golf team beat Washington, South Knox and Rivet in its season opener. Dusty Taylor and Preston Wendel of Lincoln tied for Medalist honors with a 38. Jordan Allen of South Knox also fired a 38. Other Lincoln scores we're Josua Clegg and Landon Davis a 39 and Luke Lindsey a 41 North Knox ...

Knox County Sports Recap for Tuesday

The Rivet JV baseball team downed Princeton 7-4. Jayden Thacker drove in three runs for the Patriots while Nash Ransom had two RBI's. Congratulations goes out to Vincennes Lincoln Junior Brady Anderson who was selected Indiana Prep Baseball player of the week. Anderson pitched a two hit shutout and Struck out-13 in a 1...

Knox County Sports Calendar for Monday

On the local sports scene...weather and field conditions permitting.. The South Knox Baseball team will host Heritage Hills The Rivet Tennis team plays at North Daviess The North Knox Track teams run at Linton The North Knox Baseball team visits Pike Central

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.

Entertainment News

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Meghan Markle sent her lifestyle products to King Charles in bid to end royal rift: experts

Meghan Markle previously sent boxes of As Ever products to several celebrity pals, including Kardashian matriarch Kris Jenner and Oscar winner Zoe Saldaña.

'Real Housewives' star Teddi Mellencamp given '50/50' chance of surviving cancer

"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" personality Teddi Mellencamp admitted she was "really scared" now that doctors have given her a 50% chance to survive cancer.

Sofia Vergara begs for summer with cheeky bikini snap

Sofia Vergara stripped down to her swimsuit and showed off cheeky black bikini bottoms while waiting by the pool for the summer season to begin.

'Willow' star and 'Upstairs, Downstairs' co-creator Jean Marsh dead at 90

Jean Marsh, the English actress known for starring in and co-creating "Upstairs, Downstairs" and appearing in films like "Willow" has died at age 90.

'White Lotus' star slams 'SNL' over 'mean' parody

"The White Lotus" star Aimee Lou Wood slammed "Saturday Night Live" for mocking her voice and appearance in a parody sketch about the Trump administration.

'Boy Meets World' stars declare the 'worst' and most 'idiotic' episode of the series

The "Boy Meets World" cast took issue with a later season episode of the show, calling it the worst of the series and "idiotic."

Katy Perry, Lauren Sanchez show off Blue Origin flight suits that bring 'spice to space'

Katy Perry shared images of the flight suits, re-designed in part by Lauren Sanchez, that she and the all-female crew will be wearing for the Blue Origin launch.

Green Day's Coachella set sparks fire at festival, concertgoers express outrage over pyrotechnics use

During their performance at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival on Saturday, Green Day's use of pyrotechnics ignited a fire in a nearby palm tree.

'The Breakfast Club' cast reunites for the first time in 40 years, leaving one star 'very emotional'

The cast of the 1980s film “The Breakfast Club" reunited for the first time in 40 years during a pop culture event in Chicago on April 12.

'Psycho' actress Vera Miles put family before fame, stepped away from stardom on her terms: author

For decades, it's been speculated that Vera Miles and director Alfred Hitchcock had bad blood after Vera Miles turned down a role in "Vertigo" to have her third child.

Ecuador re-elects President Daniel Noboa amid nationwide unease over crime

Conservative Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa, a wealthy anti-crime crusader, was re-elected on Sunday, defeating left-wing lawyer Luisa González.

Trump admin secures release of American missionary held in Tunisia for 13 months: report

American missionary Robert Vieira, detained in Tunisia for more than a year, is set to return home soon after officials secured his release on Sunday, according to Reuters.

Daughter of German-American dissident whose body was mutilated by Iran calls on Trump to nix nuke talks

The daughter of a California man, Jamshid "Jimmy" Sharmahd, who was executed and mutilated by Iran, wants the U.S. to break off nuclear talks with the clerical regime.

Pope Francis makes appearance after Palm Sunday mass at the Vatican

Pope Francis is still recovering from double pneumonia, but the 88-year-old still met with faithful after the Palm Sunday mass at the Vatican on April 13, 2025.

Trump admin makes new move to bring South African refugees to US as president blasts nation's rulers again

As the U.S. begins refugee processing for South African Afrikaners, a group is pushing Washington to support its bid for an autonomous Afrikaner homeland within South Africa.

More than 20 Ukrainians killed by Russian ballistics in Palm Sunday strike

Russia hit the Ukrainian city of Sumy with two missiles as civilian celebrated Palm Sunday, killing more than 20 people and injuring dozens of others, officials said.

Fears of another narco-state rise as Latin American country readies for pivotal vote

Ecuador is headed to a second round of a presidential election in which incumbent President Daniel Noboa faces leftist challenger Luisa González as the nation faces gang violence.

How a penguin in a cardboard box caused a helicopter crash in South Africa

A penguin inside a carboard box led to a helicopter crash in South Africa, the country's Civil Aviation Authority said in a report this week.

Trump team holds 'constructive' face-to-face nuclear talks with Iran, will meet again next weekend

The U.S. and Iran held rare face-to-face nuclear talks in Oman Saturday. The Trump administration is pushing for diplomacy backed by military pressure.

Netanyahu slams Carney's reply to anti-Israel agitator who said there's a 'genocide' in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is demanding Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney "backtrack" his comments after the Canadian leader appeared to agree with a protester who said there's a "genocide" in Gaza.