It appears the flu season is getting off to an early start. The CDC says flu hospitalizations have reached the highest level for this time of the year in 16 years. The agency notes that flu case numbers are either growing or likely growing in 44 states and that flu season is nearly a month ahead of schedule. The CDC re...

A dispute over campaign finance complaints is drawing attention in Indiana's secretary of state race. Lincoln Party candidate Greg Ballard asked Governor Mike Braun to call a meeting of the Indiana Election Commission before Election Day. Braun declined, saying the legal conditions for calling a special meeting had not...

Area municipalities and counties have fared well in the latest give out of Indiana's Community Crossings Matching Grant funds. In Knox County: The City of Vincennes received just over 219-thousand dollars in grants. The City of Bicknell got even more, with over 303-thosuand more dollars going to work there. Knox Coun...

The 2026 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is saving Illinois families millions of dollars. Governor Pritzker announced that the holiday provided more than 11-million-dollars in savings for families in the state. That exceeds the 10-million-dollar savings estimate. The tax holiday took place in August, reducing the stat...

The City of Vincennes will close its offices on Tuesday of next week for Electoin Day. Trash collection normally handled on Tuesday will be collected with the Wednesday collection. Recycling pickup will not be affected by the Election Day closure on Tuesday, November third. Also, all Washington city offices and depart...

The Knox County Salvation Army is currently accepting applications for its Christmas assistance programs. The assistance includes coats donated by the community during the "Coats for Kids" drive, hosted by TOC Direct Media. Knox County Salvation Army commander Joey Gates says the coats will be given out whe...

A 20-year-old Texas man is in the Gibson County Detention Center after deputies say he was trespassing at a home in the rural Johnson area. It happened on Tuesday afternoon around 2 p.m. in the 11000 block of West 875 South. 20-year-old Tekou Chi of Stafford, Texas was found in an SUV parked on the property. After a br...

Election Day is less than a week away. Early voting continues in Indiana through noon on Monday. You can vote early weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at your county's designated early voting location. Special early voting hours will be held again this Saturday. In Knox County, early voting will happen from 8 am to 3...

Knox County Sheriff's deputies arrested two men last night following a warrant service at Vincennes University's French Quarter housing complex. Deputies served the warrants on 19 year-old Elisha Goodwin of Westfield, and 18 year-old Isiah Barnett of Indianapolis. Both are charged with a Knox Superior Court Two warran...

The Vincennes City Council has approved on first reading only a bond issue for the Firehouse Flats project. The issue is part of a plan to construct the downtown apartment complex project on the municipal parking lot along Vigo Street between Third and Fourth Streets. The first reading was passed 6-1, with Councilman ...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

Some Knox County athletes have been named to the Blue Chip All Conference teams in boys' soccer and tennis. In soccer, two South Knox players got on the team, with Tucker Mahan and Levi Loudermilk named as all-conference. Other Knox County players on the team include Miles Holka of Vincennes Rivet, and Tayveon Smith o...

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

The South Knox Boys Tennis team received Academic All-State recognition by the Indiana High School Tennis Coaches Association. To qualify, the varsity tennis players' average GPA must be equal to or greater than 3.6 on a 4.0 scale.

Homero Lopez, age 38, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on October 28, 2026. He was born on December 3, 1987, in Acámbaro, Guanajuato, Mexico, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, strong work ethic, and a deep love for the simple joys that brought his loved ones together. Homero built his life ar...

Jean Sandefer, 75, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026. Born in Vincennes on August 3, 1951, to the late Frank and Betty Jo Dupire, Jean grew up with a steadfast compassion and an unwavering work ethic that defined her entire life. A proud graduate of North Knox High School, she pursued her...

It is with deep sorrow that Carleen and Kay announce the passing of Paul Edward Turner, age 82, of Wheatland, Indiana, on October 17th, 2026. Paul was a storyteller whose humor and memories will be treasured by all who knew him. Paul was born on June 4th, 1944, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Winfield Scott and Lena (Spoonmo...

Dr. Charles "Charlie" Vieck DDS, 93, of Vincennes passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026. Born June 17, 1933, to Christopher and Cecilia Vieck, Charlie attended St. Thomas Elementary School and Central Catholic High School, where he was a three-year varsity basketball player. Following graduation in 1951, he...

Willard L. Riggle, 79 of Washington, Indiana passed away on October 19, 2026. He was born in Washington, Indiana on April 3, 1947, to the late Elmer and Lucille Riggle. Willard graduated from Washington High School in 1965. He married the love of his life, Karen Hall, on November 22, 1967. Willard is a lifelong farmer ...

Larry E. Gartner, 81, of Lawrenceville, IL, passed away Friday October 16, 2023, at 12:34 AM at the Good Samaritan Hospital with his family at his bedside. Larry was born on January 9, 1945, in Vincennes, IN the son of Don and Dorothy (Frey) Gartner. He was a graduate of Central Catholic High School and was a lifelong ...

Donald "Freddy" Lee Robbins, 80, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was born on September 9, 1946, in Linton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, loyalty, and a deep love for family, friends, and the outdoors. Donald was the son of Elizabeth Medcalf Robbins and Carl Robbins. ...

Kimberly Meek left us in the early morning hours on Friday, October 16, 2026. She went in her sleep after her fight with cancer. Kim was a strong, independent woman. She was a bit stubborn and loved to speak her mind. Kim was a very talented woman she liked landscaping she loved baking cookies and decorating cake cakes...

Hazel Marie Fisher, age 102, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on October 11, 2026, in Evansville. She was born on July 19, 1924, in Bicknell, Indiana, to Algustus and Nella Jeffris. Hazel graduated from Bicknell High School in 1942 and carried the values of hard work, faith, and family throughout her long life. Duri...

Kaida Cheilynn Fox, age 14, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana. Born on June 5, 2012, Kaida was a beloved daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece, cousin, and friend whose spirit touched the lives of many. Kaida will be remembered for the warmth, laughter, and light she brought to those who knew her....

Seth Ryan Martin, age 33, of Petersburg, Indiana, passed away on October 7, 2026, in Petersburg, Indiana. He was born on February 11, 1993, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, service to his country, and hard work in his trade. Seth was a loving son, father, brother, and friend wh...

Aileese Tucker, a precious daughter, beloved child of God, honor student, gifted young woman, and faithful soul whose earthly journey ended far too soon at just age 19. How someone so young, so full of promise, so filled with life, could be taken from us. Just weeks ago, she was celebrating her high school graduation a...