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November 13th Set as Date for BOGO E-Gift Christmas Cards
The extremely popular Buy One, Get One Chamber gift cards will go on sale n Friday, November 13th. The electronic gift cards are part of the Shop Knox County card program. This year, the maximum card value for the buy one, get one cards will be 100 dollars per purchaser. The program is provided by the Knox County Cham...
8h ago
Beau Bayh Wins SOS Race in Indiana
Democrat Beau Bayh has won the race for Indiana Secretary of State. Bayh defeated Republican Max Engling, with over 51% of the vote, including about 71% of the vote in Marion County. Bayh becomes the first Democrat elected to statewide office in Indiana since 2012. Lincoln Party member Greg Ballard and Libertarian Lau...
9h ago
Knox County's Town, Township Results
Several town and township elections were also decided in yesterday's Knox County elections. Juan Fuller was elected Monroe City Clerk Treasurer. Republicans Jeff Hageman and Michael Johnson and Democrat Clayton Groves were elected to the Monroe City Town Council. Republican Tara Sydow defeated incumbent Democrat Terry ...
10h ago
Kellie Streeter to Represent District 45 in Indianapolis
Freelandville's Kellie Streeter is the new State Representative in District 45. She followed her primary win over incumbent Bruce Borders with an over 2 to 1 victory over Democrat opponent Becky Mayfield. Streeter promises to be an "everyday" State Representative for the people of her district. Streeter als...
17h ago
A 43 Percent Turnout Reported in Knox County for Midterm Election
Heavy early voting turnout was matched by heavy Election Day turnout. Overall, over 43 percent of eligible Knox County voters made their way to the polls for this election cycle. Poll worker Helen Rains worked at the vote center across from the Knox County Courthouse. She says from her perspective, the number of voter...
17h ago
Several New, Returning Officeholders Elected Un-Opposed Yesterday
A good number of Knox County candidates knew their fates at 6:01 last night, since they ran un-opposed for their positions. Both Knox County judges up for election were re-seated on their benches. Judge Gara Lee will return in Knox Superior Court One, and Brian Johnson will stay as Judge in Knox Superior Court Two. P...
17h ago
Dan Short's the Sheriff in Knox County Starting in January
Starting January first, there will be a new Sheriff in town, as Dan Short will take over for Doug Vantlin. Vantlin was term-liminted from running again; the Republican Short defeated Democrat Brian Hagen with 68 percent of the vote in yesterday's election. Short says he will be long on patience, to get a handle on how...
17h ago
Vickie Bottoms Wins KC Recorder's Race
The new Knox County Recorder will be Vickie Bottoms. Bottoms defeated Lisa Ritterskamp by a 2 to 1 margin in yesterday's Election Day voting. All of the winners in Knox County's elections will be seated in their new positions in early January.
17h ago
VCSC, NK Incumbents Win Re-Election
The two incumbents on the Vincennes Community School Board won re=election to new terms. Both Pat Hutchison and Lynne Bobe gained their seats back, as they defeated challenger Breanne Clark. Hutchison was the top vote-getter. Among his top issues the next four years is adjusting to a changing landscape of school fundi...
17h ago
Knox County Seeing Heavier Voting Turnout Than Normal for Midterms Today
Heavy early voting turnout has been matched by heavy Election Day turnout so far. 17 percent of all registered Knox County voters came out in the early vote period that ended at noon Monday. Poll worker Helen Rains is working at the vote center across from the Knox County Courthouse. She says from her perspective, an...
Nov 3, 2026
Rive Patriots Defeat Shakamak to Open Girls' Basketball Season
The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.
9h ago
Rive Patriots Defeat Shakamak to Open Girls' Basketball Season
The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.
9h ago
Rive Patriots Defeat Shakamak to Open Girls' Basketball Season
The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.
9h ago
Rive Patriots Defeat Shakamak to Open Girls' Basketball Season
The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.
9h ago
Rive Patriots Defeat Shakamak to Open Girls' Basketball Season
The Rivet Patriots go to 1-0 on the young basketball season, with a 64-15 win at home over the Shakamak Lakers. Alli Stearns led 3 players in double figures, with 26. Payton Allen notched a double double with 12 points and 13 rebounds, and Kaylee Hawkins added 11 points.
9h ago
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...
Nov 3, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...
Nov 3, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...
Nov 3, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...
Nov 3, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
Girls' basketball season starts in the area tonight, as the Rivet Patriots open up at home with the Shakamak Lakers. Tip time is set for 7:00 from the Holscher Gym. You c an hear them game on WAOV. After tonight, the next team to hit the floor is North Knox. The Lady Warriors open at home Friday night against Washing...
Nov 3, 2026
Brian Patton, 51, Vincennes
Brian Patton, 51, of Vincennes, Indiana, peacefully left his Earthly home in the afternoon of Friday, October 30th in the presence of his family. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend to all. He was preceded in death and welcomed into the home of Our Lord by his father, Ralph Patton; Aunt Dee Anderso...
Nov 3, 2026
Diana Taylor, 72, Montgomery
Diana Rose "Speedy" Taylor, age 72, died Sunday morning at Eastgate Manor Nursing Home. She lived most of her life in Montgomery in her grandmother Janice "Brummett" Fox's house with her husband, Harry Taylor, who has passed away. Diana was a 1971 graduate of North Daviess High School and a member o...
Nov 3, 2026
Donald Myers, 94, Monroe City
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Donald George Myers, who left us peacefully on October 27, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on December 27, 1931, in Monroe City, Indiana, he is the son of Theadore and Mary Alice (Myers) Myers. Donald married Merrydyth Day on October 15, 1949, and she preceded him i...
Nov 2, 2026
Jennifer Durham, 26, Robinson
Jennifer Viola Nicole Durham, age 26, of Robinson, Illinois passed away on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 as a result of a motor vehicle crash. She was born on November 22, 1999 in Lawrenceville, Illinois, the daughter of Christopher Durham and Julia McClure McFarland. Jennifer was a light in a dark world. If you knew her...
Nov 2, 2026
HOmero Lopez, 38, Washington
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...
Oct 30, 2026
Jean Sandefer, 75, Bicknell
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...
Oct 28, 2026
Paul Turner, 82, Wheatland
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...
Oct 22, 2026
Dr. Charles Vieck, 93, Vincennes
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...
Oct 21, 2026
Willard Riggle, 79, Washington
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 ...
Oct 20, 2026
Larry Gartner, 81, Lawrenceville
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 ...
Oct 19, 2026
Donald "Freddy" Robbins, 80, Bicknell
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. ...
Oct 19, 2026
Kimberly Meek, 61, Vincennes
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...
Oct 18, 2026





