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Zasby's Now Open for Business

The latest Vincennes restaurant is now open, as Zaxby's started serving customers around ten this morning. About half an hour before opening, Vincennes dignitaries along with Zaxby's crew members joined together for a ribbon cutting, to welcome the new store to Vincennes. The new location is in the former Steak and Sha...

Daviess County Road Work Planned for Today, Conditions Permitting

Starting today, 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 should see traffic control with some lane restric...

KCIEDC Using "Deliberate" Growth Strategy in Knox County

The Knox County Indiana Economic Development Corporation is focusing on job retention as a strategy for job growth, along with job attraction. K-C-I-E-D-C director Chris Pfaff calls it a deliberate, targeted approach to grow the County from within-a strategy that some counties lack. Pfaff says the goal is to grow Knox ...

May 30th Set for Daviess Health Fair

Daviess Community Hospital and the Daviess County Chamber of Commerce will present the 2025 Daviess County Health Fair on Friday, May 30th, from 7 to 10 a.m. in the hospital's main lobby, located at 1314 East Walnut Street in Washington. Open to the public, the event encourages all members of the community to take a pr...

Lane Work Planned on I-69 Thursday

The Indiana Department of Transportation says lane closures are scheduled to begin on or around Thursday on I-69 near Petersburg in Pike County. The alternating lane closures will occur in both north and southbound lanes and will allow for a bridge...

"Nuisance Bars" In Crosshairs of State Law Enforcement

Indiana Governor Mike Braun has announced a collaboration between police agencies to address the issue of "nuisance bars" that attract crime, drugs, and disturbances. The joint effort between Indiana State Police and the Alcohol & Tob...

Obituaries

Ted Mayo, 66, Vincennes

Theodore Scott Mayo, 66, passed away Audubon Hospital in Louisville, KY. Ted was born on September 20, 1958 in Vincennes and is the son of George and Bernadine Mayo. He married Susan Elizabeth Stodghill on June 14, 1990. Ted was a 1976 graduate of Vincennes Lincoln High School and worked for General Electric in Louisvi...

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

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...

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...

Local Sports

Knox County Sports Calendar for Monday

On the local sports scene for today.. The Lincoln Baseball team plays host to Washington at 5:15pm today. You can hear hear the game On WZDM and watch the live-stream at wzdm.com. The Lincoln girls team plays at South Knox at five. The Lincoln Softball team visits North Central at 5:30. South Knox Baseball team hosts L...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

Entertainment News

Fox World News

Pope Francis' connection to Hollywood included meetings with Mark Wahlberg and Angelina Jolie

During his 12 years as the head of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, who died on April 21 at the age of 88, met many stars, including Mark Wahlberg and Angelina Jolie.

Von Erich wrestling family calls out ‘Iron Claw’ movie’s 'heart-wrenching' inaccuracies: docuseries

Kevin Von Erich chose to correct inaccuracies depicted in "The Iron Claw" in a new episode of "Hollywood Demons." The last surviving Von Erich brother shared the family's history.

James Gandolfini's son banned from 'Sopranos' set, which drove him 'crazy'

James Gandolfini's son Michael was not allowed to see his dad work as Tony Soprano on the hit drama series when he was a kid. By the time Michael was 8, the "Sopranos" aired its final episode.

Kimberly Williams-Paisley's sudden health symptoms left actress unable to speak for 2 years

"Farmer Wants a Wife" host and actress Kimberly Williams-Paisley detailed the sudden symptoms she experienced before losing her voice for two years.

Elizabeth Hurley hints at Billy Ray Cyrus romance with sweet kissing snap

Elizabeth Hurley, 59, and Billy Ray Cyrus, 63, made things Instagram official on Easter Sunday with a kissing photo shared on her social media platform.

Charlie Sheen's daughter Sami takes aim at actor's past, says they haven’t spoken in a year

Charlie Sheen's daughter, Sami, took to social media to slam her dad's past drug addiction and explain why their relationship took a turn for the worse.

Savage Garden singer suffered 'terrible accident' two months after his mother passed away

Savage Garden singer Darren Hayes revealed an extensive injury to his jaw on social media, explaining he suffered a fall last month, just two months after his mother died.

Prince William, Kate Middleton miss Easter services with royal family for second year in a row

Prince William and Kate Middleton missed their second Easter service in a row, just as the disgraced Duke of York, Prince Andrew, attended with his family.

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.

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.

Theologian on 'Conclave' accuracy, expectations for next secretive event after Pope Francis' death

International theologian says "Conclave" film "fairly accurate" to what is expected at a real papal conclave. Pope Francis died on April 21, 2015.

Trump, world leaders react to the death of Pope Francis

Reactions from world leaders poured in following the news that Pope Francis had passed away. Vice President JD Vance and others commented on the news

Pope Francis revealed burial wishes just days after becoming pope in 2013

Pope Francis revealed the Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore as his final resting place just days after becoming pope in 2013.

What is the papal conclave: Inside the ancient process of choosing the next pope

After a pope dies – or in very rare cases, resigns – the Catholic Church chooses its next leader through an ancient electoral process called the papal conclave. Here's how it works.

Pope Francis' funeral will be simplified version of past papal funerals, per his change of papal funeral rites

Pope Francis' upcoming funeral will be slightly different than past papal funerals after he chose to revise the rules and end certain traditions that are typically honored during these ceremonies.

Who could be the next pope?

With the death of Pope Francis, discussions on who could be slated to lead the Catholic Church commence. Here are six leading candidates.

Where will the next pope come from? Analysts say it could be Africa's time

Christianity is booming in Africa, leading analysts to tell Fox News Digital that it could be time for the next pope to come from the continent

PHOTO GALLERY: Pope Francis Obituary

Pope Francis dead at 88, Vatican says

Pope Francis was the 266th pontiff having taken over from Pope Benedict in 2013. Francis made history as the first pope coming from the Jesuit order and also from Latin America.

Pope Francis has died at 88, Vatican camerlengo says

Pope Francis died Monday morning at the age of 88, according to Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo. Ferrell said Francis returned to the house of the Father at 7:35 a.m.