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Bill To Invite Illinois Counties to Join Indiana Heads to Governor's Desk
A bill inviting over two dozen Illinois counties to join Indiana is heading to Governor Mike Braun's desk. The Indiana House voted to concur with the Senate version of House Enrolled Act 10-08 on Thursday. This c...
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Tabletop Gaming Convention Happening in Indianapolis This Weekend
A convention focused on tabletop gaming is happening in Indianapolis this weekend. Who's Yer Con 2025 kicked off at the Indianapolis Marriott East Friday. There will be board games and card games available for attendees to play as well as a vendor ...
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Washington Township Volunteer Firefighter Honored for Lifesaving Efforts
The Indiana Volunteer Firefighters Association honored Washington Township volunteer firefighter Fletcher Rhoads Thursday by presenting him with an I.V.F.A. Life Saving Award. Rhoads assisted a neighbor with getting his disabled wife out of their s...
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Paving Preservation Project Begins Monday in Daviess Co.
The Daviess County Highway Department says that beginning Monday, weather permitting, RejuvTec will begin Daviess County's 2025 pavement preservation program by treating roads with Reclamite. Work will be done between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm. Motorists...
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Road Closure Planned for State Road 158 in Lawrence County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 158 near Silverville in Lawrence County is scheduled to be closed on or around Monday for a bridge replacement project. State Road 158 will be closed near Graded Road, over the Silverville Br...
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Projected Revenue Drops By $2 Billion
Indiana's projected revenue for the next budget cycle is two-billion-dollars lower than the last forecast by economists. The new forecast was released Wednesday and shows the 2025 fiscal year is 400-million-dollars short. &e...
Apr 19, 2025
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Obituaries

Redy Mullins, 88, Bicknell
Reda Jean "Cary" Mullins, a cherished pillar of her community and a pillar of love and respect to her family, passed away peacefully in Bicknell, IN, on April 16, 2025, at the age of 88. Born on July 17, 1936, in Decker, IN, she was the beloved daughter of Roy and Adda "Huffer" Cary. Reda attended h...
Apr 18, 2025
Lynn McEllhiney, 87, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ann Lynne McEllhiney, beloved mother and friend, who left us peacefully on April 17, 2025, at the age of 87. She was born on December 28, 1937 in Decatur, Indiana. She is the daughter of Benjamin and Bernice (McLellan) Marhenke. Lynne married Charles G. McEllhiney...
Apr 18, 2025

Glenna WEstfall, 87, Vincennes
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Glenna Westfall, a beloved mother, friend, and member of the Vincennes community, who was called to her heavenly home on April 14, 2025, at the age of 87. Glenna was a shining light in the lives of all who knew her, her warm smile and kind spirit lighting up every...
Apr 16, 2025
Donna McCarty, 91, Decatur IL
Donna Jeane McCarty, a cherished sister, aunt, and friend, passed away on April 10, 2025, at the age of 91 in Decatur, IL. Born on August 3, 1933, in Vincennes, IN, to the late Leo and Georgia "Hill" McCarty, her spirit was one of love and intellect. Donna dedicated her life to education, shaping young minds ...
Apr 14, 2025
Marjorie Pinnick, 95, Oaktown
Marjorie Ann "Utt" Pinnick, aged 95, passed away peacefully in her hometown of Oaktown, IN on April 11, 2025. Born on March 5, 1930, in Oaktown to John and Josephine "Morning" Utt, Marjorie lived a life marked by devotion to her family and her community. Marjorie was a graduate of the local high sch...
Apr 14, 2025

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...
Apr 13, 2025

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 ...
Apr 10, 2025
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...
Apr 08, 2025
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...
Apr 07, 2025

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...
Apr 07, 2025
Local Sports

Knox County Sports for Friday
Cooper Collins scored on a walk-off wild pitch, as the Vincennes Lincoln Alices defeat the Reiz Panthers 4-3 yesterday at Hill Field. The eith 8 hits, along with 2 each from Cooper Collins and Luke Hall. Collins' lead-off triple in the bottom of the 7th put him in positions to score the winning run three batters later....
Apr 18, 2025

Knox County Sports for Thursday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices withstood a late rally, and defeated the North Plsey Vikings 8-5 last night at Hill Field. The Alices got another good offensive game from Luke Hall, as he hit two doubles as part of an eight overall team performance. Colton Wonning took the win on the mound, with Brady Anderson gaining the...
Apr 17, 2025

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices outscored Evansville Bosse 18-2 last night at Bosse Field in Evansville. Luke Hall led the Anices with 3 hits-including a double and two singles; it was part of an 18-hit performance for LHS. Justice Johnson got the win for the Alices on the mound. LHS is back in action tonight at home agai...
Apr 16, 2025

LHS Names Two New Soccer Coaches; Rivet Wins Fourth Straight
The Vincennes Community School Board has named new head coaches for both boys and girls' soccer. Caleb Merrifield will move in to take over the L-H-S girls' program, while Noble Boger will become the new boys' head coach. Both men will begin their new positions with preseason practice late this summer, and the first ga...
Apr 15, 2025

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.
Apr 11, 2025

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...
Apr 11, 2025

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 ...
Apr 11, 2025

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 ...
Apr 10, 2025

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...
Apr 08, 2025

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
Apr 07, 2025
Entertainment News
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Grateful Dead's 'Hell in a Bucket' duck got drunk on set, pal points to who likely made it happen
Filmmaker Lenn Dell'Amico, who befriended Grateful Dead singer Jerry Garcia in the 1980s, directed the 1987 music video "Hell in a Bucket," which appeared frequently on MTV.
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Mel Gibson warned Jesus actor in 'Passion of the Christ' role could cost him Hollywood career
"The Passion of the Christ" star Jim Caviezel said this week that director Mel Gibson warned him that doing the epic movie could hurt his career.
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'RHOC' alum Lydia McLaughlin 'devastated' after brother shot dead by police officer during traffic stop
"The Real Housewives of Orange County" alum Lydia McLaughlin is mourning the loss of her brother Geoffrey Stirling, who died at the age of 45 after he was shot by a police officer during a traffic stop.
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Jelly Roll shares one habit that 'annoys' wife Bunnie Xo 'to no end': 'I feel bad for her'
Jelly Roll revealed that one of his habits "annoys" his wife Bunnie Xo "to no end." On Friday, Jelly Roll and Luke Bryan appeared on "The Jennifer Hudson Show" where they discussed "American Idol."
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Michael J. Fox supported by country stars Sheryl Crow, Kelsea Ballerini at Nashville gala: PHOTOS
Kelsea Ballerini and other big country stars supported Michael J. Fox at the fundraising event, “A Country Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson’s," this week.
Apr 19, 2025

'American Pickers' star Mike Wolfe makes ‘tough decision’ to shutter Nashville store
"American Pickers" star Mike Wolfe made the decision to leave Nashville for Iowa as he shuttered his antique store after 15 years.
Apr 19, 2025

Bruce Willis' wife's initial reaction to actor's dementia diagnosis
Bruce Willis's wife Emma Heming aimed to shed a light on the Hollywood actor’s critical health condition, as she unveiled the photo cover of her new book.
Apr 19, 2025

Trump, Vince Vaughn spoof 'Wedding Crashers' with photo of star's visit to White House
"Wedding Crashers" star Vince Vaughn posed with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office in an unexpected photo op.
Apr 19, 2025

Fox News Entertainment Newsletter: Gene Hackman evidence released, Haley Joel Osment arrested at ski resort
The Fox News Entertainment Newsletter brings you the latest Hollywood headlines, celebrity interviews and stories from Los Angeles and beyond.
Apr 19, 2025

Teddi Mellencamp tears up over losing time with her kids as she battles Stage 4 cancer
In a recent interview, Teddi Mellencamp discussed how her Stage 4 cancer diagnosis led to her missing out on time with her three children.
Apr 19, 2025

Fears remain this Easter that Christians in Nigeria are being ‘wiped out' by Muslim extremists
Christians in Nigeria face ongoing Islamist violence this Easter. One expert is urging the U.S. to label Nigeria a "country of particular concern" and halt aid.
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Skyrocketing antisemitism in Canada sparks concern for country's Jews ahead of election
Antisemitic incidents in Canada have surged 124.6% since 2022, affecting its Jewish community of roughly 400,000, which is estimated to be the fourth-largest in the world.
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Ukraine's Zelenskyy skeptical of Putin's Easter ceasefire, says previous truce proposal by US was ignored
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday balked at Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of an Easter ceasefire, saying air raid alerts were still sounding in the country.
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At least 148 people die after boat catches fire in Congo: reports
At least 148 people were reportedly killed after a boat caught fire and capsized in the Democratic Republic of Congo; officials estimate that hundreds of people are still missing.
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American pastor kidnapped in South Africa thanks God after being rescued
American pastor Josh Sullivan says his "personal relationship with Jesus" helped him survive terrifying kidnapping ordeal that he calls "the worst experience."
Apr 19, 2025

Putin announces temporary Easter ceasefire in Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a temporary Easter ceasefire which was met with apparent skepticism from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as air raid alerts continue.
Apr 19, 2025

Escaped California inmate who killed leader of elite Mexican police unit while on the run has been arrested
An escaped California inmate wanted for killing the leader of an elite Mexican police unit while on the run was arrested in Tijuana, Mexico.
Apr 19, 2025

Iran's long trail of deception fuels skepticism over new nuclear deal as talks continue
After Iran’s declaration that it will not make concessions on its illegal nuclear weapons program, a second round of talks between the U.S. and Tehran get underway in Rome.
Apr 19, 2025

Crews restore power to nearly all customers after island-wide blackout hit Puerto Rico
Following an island-wide blackout that hit Puerto Rico earlier in the week after a transmission line failed, power was restored on Friday to more than 98% of customers.
Apr 18, 2025

Trump says US will 'take a pass' on Ukraine peace efforts if Russia refuses to play ball
The Trump administration made clear it will abandon peace attempts for Ukraine if Russia fails to adhere to any terms, but the president did not say whether there would be consequences.
Apr 18, 2025