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Seven Award Winners Named for Annual Koox County Chamber Honors
The Knox County Chamber of Commerce has named its seven award winners to be honored at its annual Awards Dinner a week from tonight. The Large Business of the Year is Ewing Printing, with Trent Auto Sales as Small Business of the Year, and the First City Music Festival as non-profit of the year. Individual winners incl...
50m ago
Duke Energy Foundation Grant Goes to Heart to Heart Ministries
The Duke Energy Foundation has donated five-thousand dollars to Heart to Heart, Incorporated. The funding will assist Heart to Heart's ministry to help with education programs and infant care items for parents in need. The award was presented by Duke Energy's Kurt Phegley to Heart to Heart Executive Director Paige Wil...
51m ago
Charges Follow Knox Cou8nty Traffic Stop
A Vincennes man is facing a drug charge following a traffic stop for an equipment violation late Tuesday night at the intersection of Highland Road and Middle Hart Street Road in Knox County. The Knox County Sheriff's Office says K9 Blast alerted deputies to the presence of illegal narcotics in the vehicle. A search tu...
52m ago
United Way of KC Working on Directives
This is the season for assistance for the United Way of Knox County, as the group is giving funds to help non-profits serve the community. United Way of Knox County director Scott Charleston says their assistance will focus on three directives-- health, education, and financial stability. Charleston says one educatio...
1h ago
ISP Arrest One Following U-S 50 Crash
Indiana State Police arrested a Washington man Tuesday in connection with a two-vehicle crash near the site of an earlier fatal crash on U.S. 50 at Anson Road in Knox County. Police say 62-year-old Allen Walton of Washington crossed the center line and struck a car driven by Ashlee Miller of Montgomery. Walton's car th...
1h ago
Utility Work to Start on Washington Avenue Phase Two
The latest hurdles are being cleared in the continuing work on Washington Avenue Phase Two. That will will cover Washington Avenue from Emison Avenue up to, and including, Saint Clair Street. Vincennes City Engineer John Sprague says all the land they needed to acquire for right-of-way issues are in the City's hands....
1h ago
Gas Prices Over Four Dollars a Gallon
The average price of gas in Indiana is back above $4.00 per gallon. The Triple A Motor Club says the state's average price on Wednesday was $4.09 per gallon, 10¢ higher than Tuesday, but 14¢ lower than Wednesday's national average of $4.23 per gallon. It was also $1.05 higher than a year ago. Vincennes gas p...
1h ago
VPD Issues Scam Warning
Vincennes Police are warning the public about a telephone scam in which the caller claims to be a detective with department. The caller tells the intended victim they have been flagged by Homeland Security and attempts to obtain personal information from them. The VPD says legitimate law enforcement agencies and govern...
1h ago
Collapse Shuts Down Part of Bicknell Road
Knox County Highway Department crews are still working in a collapsed part of Bicknell Road between Evans Road and Summers Road. The collapse was reported yesterday on that stretch of what is commonly known as the Bicknell-Wheatland Slab. That part of Bicknell Road will be closed until firther notice, while the collap...
Apr 29, 2026
Part of SR 54 to Close in Sullivan County for Repairs
The Indiana Department of Transportation says State Road 54 in Sullivan County is scheduled to be closed on or around Monday, May 4th for bridge maintenance operations on two separate bridges. The closure will occur near Sullivan between St. Clair Street and South County Road 200 East. Work is expected to last through ...
Apr 29, 2026
Knox County Sports for Thursday
In baseball: For the second time in two days, the North Knox Warriors hold off a late rally to win-this time over Rivet, 5-4, at Saint Vincent Field. Three runs in the fourth inning lead the Warriors to victory. Levi Pahmeier gets the win on the mound, with Rylen Oxby getting the save. Jayden Thacker took the loss fo...
2h ago
Knox County Sports for Thursday
In baseball: For the second time in two days, the North Knox Warriors hold off a late rally to win-this time over Rivet, 5-4, at Saint Vincent Field. Three runs in the fourth inning lead the Warriors to victory. Levi Pahmeier gets the win on the mound, with Rylen Oxby getting the save. Jayden Thacker took the loss fo...
2h ago
Knox County Sports for Thursday
In baseball: For the second time in two days, the North Knox Warriors hold off a late rally to win-this time over Rivet, 5-4, at Saint Vincent Field. Three runs in the fourth inning lead the Warriors to victory. Levi Pahmeier gets the win on the mound, with Rylen Oxby getting the save. Jayden Thacker took the loss fo...
2h ago
Knox County Sports for Thursday
In baseball: For the second time in two days, the North Knox Warriors hold off a late rally to win-this time over Rivet, 5-4, at Saint Vincent Field. Three runs in the fourth inning lead the Warriors to victory. Levi Pahmeier gets the win on the mound, with Rylen Oxby getting the save. Jayden Thacker took the loss fo...
2h ago
Knox County Sports for Thursday
In baseball: For the second time in two days, the North Knox Warriors hold off a late rally to win-this time over Rivet, 5-4, at Saint Vincent Field. Three runs in the fourth inning lead the Warriors to victory. Levi Pahmeier gets the win on the mound, with Rylen Oxby getting the save. Jayden Thacker took the loss fo...
2h ago
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln broke a scoreless extra inning tie at home with a run in the 9th inning, and defeated Castle 1-0. A successful squeeze bunt by Paxton Smith brought in Cooper Collins with the winning run. Colton Winning pitched the final two innings, and got the win, following a scoreless seven-inning o...
Apr 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln broke a scoreless extra inning tie at home with a run in the 9th inning, and defeated Castle 1-0. A successful squeeze bunt by Paxton Smith brought in Cooper Collins with the winning run. Colton Winning pitched the final two innings, and got the win, following a scoreless seven-inning o...
Apr 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln broke a scoreless extra inning tie at home with a run in the 9th inning, and defeated Castle 1-0. A successful squeeze bunt by Paxton Smith brought in Cooper Collins with the winning run. Colton Winning pitched the final two innings, and got the win, following a scoreless seven-inning o...
Apr 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln broke a scoreless extra inning tie at home with a run in the 9th inning, and defeated Castle 1-0. A successful squeeze bunt by Paxton Smith brought in Cooper Collins with the winning run. Colton Winning pitched the final two innings, and got the win, following a scoreless seven-inning o...
Apr 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesday
In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln broke a scoreless extra inning tie at home with a run in the 9th inning, and defeated Castle 1-0. A successful squeeze bunt by Paxton Smith brought in Cooper Collins with the winning run. Colton Winning pitched the final two innings, and got the win, following a scoreless seven-inning o...
Apr 29, 2026
James Boyd, Sr., 83, Vincennes
James J. Boyd Sr., 83, of Vincennes, IN passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on April 26, 2026. He was born in Vincennes, IN on March 31, 1943, to the late Samuel and Mary Boyd. James attended Lincoln High School and Olney Central College. He worked for many years as a controlman for Texaco Oil Re...
Apr 28, 2026
Brenda Peach, 76, Vincennes
Brenda J. "Wilkerson" Peach, age 76, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 17, 2026. She was born on March 27, 1950, in Gibson County, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family and the simple joys that brought her happiness. Brenda attended many schools throughout her life and carried w...
Apr 28, 2026
Roberta Dunn, 97, Vincennes
Roberta Bohomme Dunn, 97, went to be with the Lord on April 25, 2026. She was born in Knox County on February 14, 1929, to the late Frank and Julia (Wetzel) Bonhomme. Roberta graduated from Lincoln High School in 1947. She married the love of her life, Charles Richard Dunn, on April 15, 1950. Roberta worked for many ye...
Apr 27, 2026
Carlos Phillippe, 85, Vincennes
Carlos Lyndon Phillippe, 85, of Vincennes, passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, Indiana. He was born on August 10, 1940, to Carlos Dewey and E. June (Preston) Phillippe. Lyndon lived a life rooted in service-to his country, his community, and the people he cared about m...
Apr 24, 2026
Maurice Vieck, 102, Vincennes
Maurice J. Vieck, 102, of Vincennes, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026. He was born in Vincennes on October 4, 1923, to Christopher and Cecilia (Kaiser) Vieck. He graduated Lincoln High School, Class of 1942, and continued his education at Vincennes University and Purdue University. Maurice was a lifelong farmer...
Apr 23, 2026
Mary Ann Cress, 68. Bicknell
Mary Ann "Johnson" Cress, age 68, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on April 16, 2026. She was born on June 11, 1957, in Cannelton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a steady faith that guided her throughout her years. Mary Ann attended the business college in...
Apr 22, 2026
Judy Strate, 89, Patoka
Judith K. "Judy" Strate, 89, passed away on April 20, 2026. She was born on January 12, 1937, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Robert Paul and Golda Alice Black. Judy was a proud graduate of Patoka High School, the Valedictorian of the class of 1955, and has remained actively involved in alumni events throughout...
Apr 22, 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...
Apr 21, 2026
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....
Apr 21, 2026
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
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Seven Award Winners Named for Annual Koox County Chamber Honors
The Knox County Chamber of Commerce has named its seven award winners to be honored at its annual Awards Dinner a week from tonight. The Large Business of the Year is Ewing Printing, with Trent Auto Sales as Small Business of the Year, and the First City Music Festival as non-profit of the year. Individual winners incl...
50m ago
Duke Energy Foundation Grant Goes to Heart to Heart Ministries
The Duke Energy Foundation has donated five-thousand dollars to Heart to Heart, Incorporated. The funding will assist Heart to Heart's ministry to help with education programs and infant care items for parents in need. The award was presented by Duke Energy's Kurt Phegley to Heart to Heart Executive Director Paige Wil...
51m ago
Charges Follow Knox Cou8nty Traffic Stop
A Vincennes man is facing a drug charge following a traffic stop for an equipment violation late Tuesday night at the intersection of Highland Road and Middle Hart Street Road in Knox County. The Knox County Sheriff's Office says K9 Blast alerted deputies to the presence of illegal narcotics in the vehicle. A search tu...
53m ago
United Way of KC Working on Directives
This is the season for assistance for the United Way of Knox County, as the group is giving funds to help non-profits serve the community. United Way of Knox County director Scott Charleston says their assistance will focus on three directives-- health, education, and financial stability. Charleston says one educatio...
1h ago





