Today is the first day of early voting across Indiana, as Hoosier voters prepare to select candidates for the May fifth primary election. In Knox County, early voting will happen in the sally port of the old Knox County Jail on 8th Street, across from the Knox County Courthouse. As for the actual May fifth election da...

Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum plans to end an agreement with Knox County to take their dogs at the Vincennes Animal Shelter. The two sides have had an interlocal agreement for the City to take County animals for a fee per animal. A recent incident with a dog found at the Melon Patch brought the issue to a head. Vincenne...

Washington Police arrested a Martinsville man Sunday on a warrant for Auto Theft and Leaving the Scene of an Accident. 35-year-old Tyler Eugene Egan was released from the Daviess County Security Center on $10,000 bond. Washington Police arrested 34-year-old Jordan Robinson of Washington Sunday for Operating a Vehicle W...

On Blazers Give Day, the Vincennes University Foundation announced a $300,000 gift from Chris and Tom Ernst to establish The Legacy Fund. Launched in honor of VU's historic 225th anniversary, The Legacy Fund is an unrestricted endowment that helps the University's mission, providing the VU Foundation with the flexibili...

A longtime camp destination for Knox County Salvation Army youth will get a facelift-but needs your help to finish the job. The Salvation Army is launching a major renovation of its Hidden Falls Camp thanks to a three-million-dollar matching grant from Lilly Endowment. The funds will build a new year-round gymnasium an...

Knox County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Bicknell woman overnight on various charges. Deputies pulled over 46 year-old Megan Smith on State Road 67 near Fairview Drive. Authorities claim she was driving recklessly when stopped. A further investigation claims she was operating while intoxicated. A search also turned...

The Vincennes Police Department has started a patrol blitz to deter distracted driving and speeding. The campaign is being sponsored by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, or I-C-J-I. The speeding and distracted driving targeted campaign will run for the next week-until Monday, April 13th. The group will pay for p...

 Spring hydrant flushing begins in Washington this Saturday, and runs through Friday, April 17th. The flushing will happen systematically across the week throughout Washington. Those in flushing areas could see a temporary drop in water pressure, or some discolored water, while flushing is happening

   After a year of research, product development and real-world business experience, seven Knox County high school entrepreneurs will present and sell their products and services at the annual CEO Trade Show this Sunday, April 12th.       The event runs from noon to 3 p.m. i...

      Oakland City University has notified the state it could conduct a mass layoff at the facility on June 1st.       In a WARN Notice filed with the state, the university says a sixty-day notification was given to workers on Wednesday, with the estimated fir...

In baseball last night: The North Knox Warriors win at home 8-5 over Pike Central. The Warriors lifted seven hits and two homers in the game-one each by Korbon Jones and Kason Oxby. Rylan Oxby pitched three and two-thirds innings for the victory. The Warriors even their overall record at 1-1. Heritage Hills scored 17 ...

In baseball last night: The North Knox Warriors win at home 8-5 over Pike Central. The Warriors lifted seven hits and two homers in the game-one each by Korbon Jones and Kason Oxby. Rylan Oxby pitched three and two-thirds innings for the victory. The Warriors even their overall record at 1-1. Heritage Hills scored 17 ...

In baseball last night: The North Knox Warriors win at home 8-5 over Pike Central. The Warriors lifted seven hits and two homers in the game-one each by Korbon Jones and Kason Oxby. Rylan Oxby pitched three and two-thirds innings for the victory. The Warriors even their overall record at 1-1. Heritage Hills scored 17 ...

In baseball last night: The North Knox Warriors win at home 8-5 over Pike Central. The Warriors lifted seven hits and two homers in the game-one each by Korbon Jones and Kason Oxby. Rylan Oxby pitched three and two-thirds innings for the victory. The Warriors even their overall record at 1-1. Heritage Hills scored 17 ...

In baseball last night: The North Knox Warriors win at home 8-5 over Pike Central. The Warriors lifted seven hits and two homers in the game-one each by Korbon Jones and Kason Oxby. Rylan Oxby pitched three and two-thirds innings for the victory. The Warriors even their overall record at 1-1. Heritage Hills scored 17 ...

Vincennes Lincoln beat South Knox 4-3 after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at three in the top of the seventh when Emma Cunningham singled, scoring one run. South Knox were the first to get on the board in the second when Kadie Lafferty doubled, scoring one run. Grace Archer, Braelyn Gladish Lexi B...

Vincennes Lincoln beat South Knox 4-3 after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at three in the top of the seventh when Emma Cunningham singled, scoring one run. South Knox were the first to get on the board in the second when Kadie Lafferty doubled, scoring one run. Grace Archer, Braelyn Gladish Lexi B...

Vincennes Lincoln beat South Knox 4-3 after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at three in the top of the seventh when Emma Cunningham singled, scoring one run. South Knox were the first to get on the board in the second when Kadie Lafferty doubled, scoring one run. Grace Archer, Braelyn Gladish Lexi B...

Vincennes Lincoln beat South Knox 4-3 after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at three in the top of the seventh when Emma Cunningham singled, scoring one run. South Knox were the first to get on the board in the second when Kadie Lafferty doubled, scoring one run. Grace Archer, Braelyn Gladish Lexi B...

Vincennes Lincoln beat South Knox 4-3 after taking the lead late in the game. The game was tied at three in the top of the seventh when Emma Cunningham singled, scoring one run. South Knox were the first to get on the board in the second when Kadie Lafferty doubled, scoring one run. Grace Archer, Braelyn Gladish Lexi B...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Carol M. Twitty, 77, of Bicknell, Indiana passed away on March 31, 2026. She was born in Vincennes, Indiana on April 17, 1948, to the late Will and Irene Woodsmall. Carol worked many years with Johnson Control and continued her career with Lewis Bakery until her retirement. Carol was an incredibly hard worker and fierc...

Alan T. Leonard, age 50, of Jasper, Indiana, passed away on March 31, 2026, in Jasper, Indiana. He was born on September 16, 1975, in Washington, Indiana, to Barbara Lamb Leonard and the late Gary Leonard. Alan lived a life marked by kindness, quiet strength, and a deep love for the people around him. He was a devoted ...

Louise "Wagler" Hunter, age 76, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on March 27, 2026, in Evansville, IN. She was born on October 11, 1949, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, steady work, and the simple joys that brought her happiness each day. Louise attended school an...

John R. Little, 89, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away on March 29, 2026. He was born in Troy, Indiana on June 9, 1936, to the late John A. and Leona G. Little. John graduated from Troy High School in 1954 and continued his education at Vincennes University. John married, the love of his life, Delores Little on March 30...

Martin "Marty" Dale Smith, 65, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 29th, 2026. Marty was born January 23, 1961, in Terre Haute, IN, to John and Marilyn (Martindale) Smith. Marty graduated from Rivet High School, where he ran track and cross country and even set some school records. Marty served in the Un...

Dennis L. Hamm, 76, of Vincennes, Indiana went to be with the Lord on March 28, 2026. He was born in Washington, Indiana on July 2, 1949, to the late Grover and Louise Hamm. He graduated from Washington High School in 1967 and continued his education at Vincennes University obtaining his associates degree. Dennis marri...

John Eugene Cameron, a beloved husband, father, brother, and cherished member of the community, passed away in Bicknell, IN, on March 25, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on May 22, 1946, in Johnstown, IN, John lived a life filled with adventure, love, and service to others. John grew up proud of his family, with his paren...