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The Weekend Vincennes Water Crisis Explained
Vincennes City officials have responded to a weekend boil order for what was reported to be a high level of E-Coli in some water samples. The test result resulted in a boil order from Friday into Saturday. That was in place for both Vincennes and Knox County Water customers, since they both use the water drawn by Vinc...
23m ago
VCSC Sets Special Session
Vincennes Community Schools will hold a special public session tomorrow evening at six at the Corporation Administration building. The meeting will concern possible hiring of personnel for the Corporation. That meeting is open to the public. Before the special session, a closed executive session will happen at four-3...
29m ago
Daviess County Road Work Continues Today
The Daviess County Highway Department says contractors will be paving County Road 950 South from County Road 1125 East to the County Line today. Use caution when driving in the area.
29m ago
Daviess County Arrests
Washington Police arrested a Washington man on a warrant for Dealing in Marijuana and Dealing in Marijuana with Intent. 22-year-old Cody Mathew Doezema is being held on $50,000 bond in the Daviess County Security Center. Washington Police arrested 18-year-old Dravin Maurice Perkins of Washington for Possession of a Fir...
29m ago
Veterans' Court Working for Veterans in Need
The Knox County Council is working toward helping fund the new Knox County Veterans' Court. The process is under the umbrella of Knox Circuit Court, and Circuit Court Judge Monica Gilmore. Council president Mike Morris says the assistance is still in the process. Morris also believes the Knox County Veterans' Service ...
29m ago
Vincennes Drug Take Back Day /Today
Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes will host a drug take back day from 4:00 until 7:00 pm under the awning at the 6th street entrance. The event gives the public a chance to safely dispose of unwanted medications and take an active part in preventing potential drug abuse and misus...
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May 4th Starts Work on US 41 Near and South of Vincennes
The Indiana Department of Transportation has announced lane closures in both directions on U-S 41at and south of Vincennes. The work will stretch from just north of the Wabash Avenue overpass to a half-mile south of State Road 241. The work will be done on weekdays from six a-m to nine p-m. It will run from May fourt...
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May Weekend Set for Salute to WW II
Coming off a successful Salute to World War One, the Indiana Military Museum is planning a Salute to World War Two. That one will be held the first weekend in May at the Museum site on South Sixth Street in Vincennes. Duane Chattin is with the Museum. He says the Museum is changing all the time to keep visitors inter...
Apr 20, 2026
Trump Targeting Primary Races Concerning Redistricting Foes
A new report reveals President Trump is ramping up his influence in Indiana by backing challengers against Republican lawmakers who opposed his redistricting plan. After Senate Republicans rejected his proposal, Trump and allies increased campaign spending, making low-profile state r...
Apr 20, 2026
Powerball Jackpot Rolls Back Over for Tonight
There was no Grand Prize winner in Saturday night's Powerball drawing. The estimated jackpot for tonight's drawing (Monday) increases to $87M. The cash option for a single winner is $39.7M. No one matched a...
Apr 20, 2026
Knox County Sports Round 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...
1h ago
Knox County Sports Round 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...
1h ago
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...
1h ago
Knox County Sports Round 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...
1h ago
Knox County Sports Round 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...
1h ago
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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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....
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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
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
Dorothy Bray, 88, Vincennes
Dorothy Ann Bray, age 88, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on March 24, 1938, in Connersville, Indiana. Dorothy carried herself with grace and strength throughout her years, and she will be remembered with love by all who knew her. Dorothy graduated from Connersville High School and wen...
Apr 09, 2026
John Luking, 81, Vincennes
John R. Luking, age 81, a Vincennes native, passed away April 6, 2026 at his home with his family by his side. He was the loving husband of Sharon (Sue) Seitzinger Luking of 61 years. Born October 29th, 1944, John was the son of the late Herman and Frances (Zeabart) Luking. Early on, John worked as a crane operator at ...
Apr 08, 2026
Virginia Burger, 83, Washington
Virginia "Moore" Burger, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on December 29, 1942, in Washington, Indiana, Virginia, lived a life defined by quiet strength, deep compassion, and a kindness that left a lasting imprint on all who were fortunate enough to know her. Virgi...
Apr 07, 2026
Stephen Michael Cox, 67, Washington
Steven "Stevie" Michael Cox, age 67, was welcomed into his heavenly home, surrounded by his loving family, on the beautiful morning of April 2, 2026, at St. Vincent's Ascension Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. Stevie was a lifelong resident of Washington, Indiana, and a proud graduate of Washington High Schoo...
Apr 07, 2026
Zola Junkin, 94, Vincennes
Zola Faye Junkin, 94, Vincennes, Indiana went to be with the Lord on April 4, 2026. She was born in Russellville, Illinois on April 6, 1931, to the late William "Pete" and Mary Painter. She graduated from Fritchton High School in 1949. Zola married the love of her life, James R. "Bob" Junkin, on May...
Apr 07, 2026
William Haynes, 82, Washington
William Warder "Bill" Haynes, age 82, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on March 28, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on January 6, 1944, to Orville Ray and Josephine "Aikman" Haynes. Bill graduated from Washington High School in 1962 and later attended Vincennes University. He proudly served hi...
Apr 03, 2026
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Deadly shooting at historic tourist site leaves one dead, several injured as motive unclear
12 hours ago
A shooting at Mexico's Teotihuacan pyramids left a Canadian woman dead and multiple tourists injured, according to Mexican officials and security reports.
Who is Ahmad Vahidi? Iran’s new IRGC chief tied to global attacks and ‘Death to America’ ideology
15 hours ago
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16 hours ago
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Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 20, 2026
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Apr 19, 2026
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The Weekend Vincennes Water Crisis Explained
Vincennes City officials have responded to a weekend boil order for what was reported to be a high level of E-Coli in some water samples. The test result resulted in a boil order from Friday into Saturday. That was in place for both Vincennes and Knox County Water customers, since they both use the water drawn by Vinc...
23m ago
VCSC Sets Special Session
Vincennes Community Schools will hold a special public session tomorrow evening at six at the Corporation Administration building. The meeting will concern possible hiring of personnel for the Corporation. That meeting is open to the public. Before the special session, a closed executive session will happen at four-3...
29m ago
Daviess County Road Work Continues Today
The Daviess County Highway Department says contractors will be paving County Road 950 South from County Road 1125 East to the County Line today. Use caution when driving in the area.
29m ago
Daviess County Arrests
Washington Police arrested a Washington man on a warrant for Dealing in Marijuana and Dealing in Marijuana with Intent. 22-year-old Cody Mathew Doezema is being held on $50,000 bond in the Daviess County Security Center. Washington Police arrested 18-year-old Dravin Maurice Perkins of Washington for Possession of a Fir...
29m ago
Veterans' Court Working for Veterans in Need
The Knox County Council is working toward helping fund the new Knox County Veterans' Court. The process is under the umbrella of Knox Circuit Court, and Circuit Court Judge Monica Gilmore. Council president Mike Morris says the assistance is still in the process. Morris also believes the Knox County Veterans' Service ...
29m ago





