Indiana has acquired 51 acres in Greene County, expanding Martin State Forest to 9,735 acres. The DNR says the acquisition will strengthen long-term conservation efforts and expand outdoor recreation opportunities in southern Indiana. The $270,000 purchase was funded by the President Benjamin Harrison Conservation Trus...

The Indiana Department of Transportation will close some lanes on State Road 58 at the I-69 interchange. The work will begin Monday, with alternating lanes closed for that work. The lane closures will be for minor patching and bridge deck overlay work. One lane of traffic will be open in both directions during the ov...

Back to school activities start next week in many school districts across the area. It is also construction season on area highways, with restrictions and closures all across the area. Knox County Sheriff Doug Vantlin reminds everyone restrictions are in place on a couple of the County's main highways-- including U-S ...

Back-to-school season can be stressful for teachers facing rising supply costs. To help, The Salvation Army will host a three-day "Stuff the Trailer" event at the Vincennes Walmart where shoppers can donate school supplies for local classrooms. Today's Stuff the Trailer event takes place from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m...

The Indiana Department of Transportation says lane closures on I-69 in Greene County are scheduled to begin today for a bridge deck overlay project, new approaches, and other repairs. The lane closures, in both directions, will begin near Bloomfield between U.S. 231 and State Road 45 over Black Ankle Creek. One lane of...

Knox County Indiana Economic Development officials are about to start a new study-this time about added hospitality space in the county. The process toward starting the new study is already underway. K-C-I-E-D director Chris Pfaff says the hotel study will cover a range of topics dedicated to expanding the county's lo...

The annual 4-H Livestock Auction is the big event during tonight's Knox County Fair. The Fair continues through tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Bicknell. The annual auction is where various businessmen and others bid on the various livestock exhibits shown during Fair Week. The amount bid goes to the participant showin...

Work continues on re-placing the stones on the façade of the Memorial Bridge in downtown Vincennes. The cleaning and restoration work kicked into high gear earlier this year, as part of that landmark's renovation. G-R-C chief ranger Joe Herron reminds everyone the stones will not be pristine when they are put b...

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has awarded some area lakes funding as part of planned improvement projects for the next year. Sullivan Lake was awarded two contracts-one for 70-thousand dollars for shoreline stabilization, and one for 75-thousand dollars for sediment removal. West Boggs Lake on the Davies...

Another day of animal judging will kick off Day Four of the annual Knox County Fair. The event continues through Saturday at the Fairgrounds in Bicknell. The judging today includes the first of two days of horse and pony judging. Also, the llama and alpaca judging is planned for today. Tonight, the 4-H Round Robin com...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

Ted Hazel, age 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family. Ted served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam with the 716th Military Police and worked for the Pro...

ames "Jim" Lorel Coleman, 95, entered peacefully into the arms of his Lord and savior on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and devoted caregivers. Born in New Albany, Indiana, on September 24, 1930, to Lorel "Coke" and Helen (Cooper) Coleman, Jim grew up in southern Indiana between ...

Samuel "Sam" B Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN passed away in Beaufort, SC on July 24, 2026. Friends may visit with Sam's family from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home, 2020 State Street, Washington, IN 47501. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:...

R. Ellen Salmon, age 68, of Huntingburg, Indiana, passed away on July 25, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1958, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and an uplifting spirit. Ellen graduated from high school and went on to dedicate much of her working life to caring for others. She w...

Timothy James Burris, known to many as Timmy, passed away on July 26, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 62. He was born on January 23, 1964, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a steady, kind presence that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Timmy was a...

Virginia Elizabeth "Parish" Mincey, age 72, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 20, 2026, in the same city where she was born on August 30, 1953. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a...

Edward Gerald Marando, age 87, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 19, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1938, in Washington, D.C., and lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, and service. After school, Edward served in the U.S. Air Force, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and patriotism. F...

Robert J. Behme passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, innovation, and love for his family and community. Bob was born on July 1935, in Evansville, IN the son of Joseph and Mary (Allard) Behme. He married Colleen Adams on June 15, 1963, and she preceded him in death on Septe...

James Riley Blake Jr., known to many as Jimmy, passed away on July 16, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 63. He was born on May 13, 1963, in Bedford, Indiana, and lived a life marked by creativity and an appreciation for the simple joys that made each day meaningful. After attending school, Jimmy went on to b...

Janet "Montgomery" Morgan, age 85, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on July 9, 2026, in Jasper, Indiana. She was born on November 10, 1940, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Janet graduated from high sch...

Miketta Hope Kirby, age 25, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on July 8, 2026, in Bicknell. She was born on October 21, 2000, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to those she cherished most. Miketta was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, granddaughter, and friend whose presence b...

Albert Lee Bement Jr., age 63, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away on July 2, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1962, in Linton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work and devotion to his family. Albert served his country in the United States Army, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and commitment. Followin...