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Solar Discussion Brings Crowd to Monroe City Yesterday
A good size crowd packed into the Blue Jeans Center in Monroe City yesterday for a public hearing on future solar projects in Knox County. The meeting was held yesterday at the request of Knox County Commissioners' president TJ Brink. The main topic of discussion was a recommended 300-foot setback for any future solar ...
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Work on White River Bridge on SR 61 Starts Tomorrow
The Indiana Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures on State Road 61 in Pike and Knox Counties are scheduled to begin on or around Tuesday. The lane closures will allow for a bridge deck overlay project on the bridges over the White River. ...
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KImball Incorporated in Jasper Honored for Workplace Safety Innovation
Indiana Governor Mike Braun recognized four Hoosier companies and three individuals for exemplary workplace safety practices during the annual Governor's Workplace Safety Awards event. Workplace Safety Awards were awarded in the categories of education and out...
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VU Pre-VU Days Set for March 20th, April 10th
Vincennes University invites prospective students and their families to PreVU on Friday, March 20th, or Friday, April 10th, at 9 a.m. Eastern Time on the Vincennes Campus. The free event is an opportunity to get a sneak peek at campus life and acad...
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SR 57 in Greene County to See Road Closure
The Indiana Department of Transportation advises that State Road 57 near Switz City in Greene County is scheduled to be closed on or around Tuesday, March 10th for the completion of a bridge deck overlay. State Road 57 will be closed between County...
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Indiana Sheriffs Worried About Impact of New Homeless Law
The Indiana Legislature has advanced a bill that would in a sense criminalize some homeless people across the state. The bill would make it a misdemeanor for homeless individuals to camp out on state property. The bill recently cleared the Indiana House. However, Knox County Sheriff Doug Vantlin says the vote was by...
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Storm Spotter Classes Coming to Area
The National Weather Service will conduct three months of storm spotter classes across the area. Among the classes are one on March 23rd from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Greene County Fairgrounds, 45-03 State Road 54 in Bloomfield, and another from 6:...
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Restoration to Memorial Bridge Could Start in Aoril
Restoration work on the Vincennes Memorial Bridge could happen this spring. The work would place restored façade back on the bridge. Officials at the National Park Service are overseeing the work, through the nearby Gorge Rogers Clark National Park. The dismantling of the Memorial Bridge facade happened a coup...
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VITA Over, but Library Still a Go-To for Taxes
The Knox County Public Library continues it work of helping people with various assistance tools this tax season. The Library was the hub for the just-completed dropoff service for VITA- or Volunteers in Tax Assistance. Library director Emily Bunyan reminds everyone the program is a partnership with the United Way of ...
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Phase Two of Bridge Deck Resurface Coming to Vincennes
A week from tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10th, lane closures will begin on US 50 over Fort Knox Drive in Vincennes. The closures are part of Phase 2 of a bridge deck replacement project. During this phase, eastbound lanes will be closed with westbound ...
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NK Lady Warriors Coach Steve Meurer to REtire from Coaching
After 18 years heading the North Knox Lady Warrior program, head coach Steve Meurer is planning to step down as the team's leader. The letter spelling out his intentions has been sent to the North Knox School Board for their potential acceptance. Meurer will retire with 445 overall wins in 30 years of coaching at Nort...
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Boys High School Basketball Action Report
In high school boys basketball action it was barr-reeve defeating bloomfield 49 to 45
Feb 28, 2026
Thursday Night Basketball on the Horizon Tonight for 3 Area Teams
The North Knox Warriors host Senior Night tonight, as they face the Loogootee Lions. Tip time is 7:30; hear it on 92.1 WZDM and live streaming on tocsportsnetwork.com. The South Knox Spartans will travel TO Oakland City to play the Wood Memorial Trojans. Tip time is 8 pm on 105.7, WUZR. The Rivet Patriots hit the roa...
Feb 27, 2026
ASn 0 for 3 Night for Knox County Boys Teams, as Sectionals Loom Next Week
The North Knox Warriors lost their final game of the regular season at home to Loogootee, 52-39. Rylan Oxby ed a balanced North Knox scoring attack with nine. The Warriors next face West Vigo in North Knox Sectional play on Tuesday evening. The South Knox Spartans were defeated by 20 by Wood Memorial on the road, 62-...
Feb 27, 2026
Three KC Teams in Action Tonight
Vincennes Lincoln will wrap up its regular season tonight in Switz City against White River Valley. Tip time for varsity action will be around 7:30; hear that game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors are at home tonight, as they face Wood Memorial in a Blue Chip Conference matchup. Tip time is around 7:3; you can ...
Feb 24, 2026
Boys and Girls High School Basketball Action!!
Boys HS Basketball North Daviess Defeated White River Valley 61 to 39 Eastern Greene Beat Shakamak 58 to 39 Washington bested South Knox 67 to 42 Lincoln defeat the Evansville Memorial 48 to 35 And, it was Bloomfield defeating North Knox 87 to 46
Feb 21, 2026
Three Knox County Schools in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices return to Alice Arena tonight to face the Memorial Tigers. Tip time is 8 pm on 92.1, WZDM, and live streamed on tocsportsnetwork.com. The North Knox Warriors head to the Glover Gym to play the Bloomfield Cardinals. Game time there is 7:30 on 97.7, WAOV. The South Knox Spartans will travel t...
Feb 20, 2026
Three Knox County Boys' Basketball Teams in Action Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices are back in action tonight, as they will travel to Newburgh to play the Castle Knights. Tip time is 8 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. Two Knox County feams face off, as the Rivet Patriots will host the South Knox Spartans at the Holscher Gym. Tip time is 7 pm; you can hear the game...
Feb 17, 2026
North Knox, Washington Knox Get Semi-State Directions
The North Knox Lady Warriors will head to Greencastle this Saturday for the 2-A Girls' Basketball Semi-State at Greencastle. They will face Pekin Eastern High School around noon on Saturday. Game 1 features Heritage Christian and Parke Heritage; that tips off around ten a-m. You can hear that North Knox-Pekin Eastern g...
Feb 16, 2026
Girls and Boys High School Basketball Action Report!!!!
HS Girls Regional Basketball Evansville Christian defeated White River Valley 73 to 32 North Knox took out Mater Dei 48 to 42 In Boys HS Basketball South Knox handled Shoals 59 to 37 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Wood Memorial 62 to 55
Feb 15, 2026
Brenda Stanczak, 85, Freelandville
Brenda J. "Roach" Stanczak, age 83, passed away on February 27, 2026, in Freelandville, IN. Born on May 6, 1942, in Vincennes, IN, Brenda's life was one marked by love, devotion, and the warmth of family and friends that surrounded her. Brenda spent her formative years in the community of Vincennes, where she...
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Shari Hagemeier, 92, Edwardsport
Sharron "Walton" Hagemeier, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on February 26, 2026, at the age of 92, surrounded by her family in Edwardsport, IN. Born on October 20, 1933, in Gibson Co., IN, Sharron's spirit and loving nature left a lasting impression on all ...
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Barbara Jean Gauger, 67, Oaktown
Barbara Jean Gauger, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and sister, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Oaktown, Indiana, at the age of 67. Born on November 1, 1958, in Alva, Oklahoma, Barbara was a radiant light in the lives of all who knew her. Throughout her life, Barbara was known for her compassion...
Feb 26, 2026
Lavena Jean Wampler, 97, Washington
Lavena Jean "Evans" Wampler, a cherished beacon of compassion and warmth in her community, passed away on February 23, 2026, at the age of 97 in Washington, IN. Born on January 20, 1929, in Shoals, IN, to Cresy and Mae "Collins" Evans, Lavena's life was a testament to her loving, kind, and generous ...
Feb 26, 2026
Bill Carie, 86, Vincennes
William "Bill" Joseph Carie, 86, went home to his Lord and Savior on February 20, 2026 - exactly one month after the passing of his beloved wife, Judith "Lynn" Carie - gently reminding his family that the Lord's timing is perfect and His plans are always unfolding, even when we cannot yet see them. ...
Feb 24, 2026
Richard Biggs, 96, Vincennes
Donald J Biggs, 96, of Vincennes passed away on February 19,2026 peacefully at his home. He was the son of John Emmett and Helen C. Keller Biggs. Donald graduated from Decker High School and was awarded the Outstanding Decker Alumni award in 2003. He then graduated from Purdue University with a BS in Civil Engineering....
Feb 22, 2026
Rev. Dr. Richard Beesley, 95, Vincennes
Rev. Dr. Richard V. Beesley, age 95 of Vincennes, passed away at 12:55 pm on Thursday, February 19th at Good Samaritan Hospital. He was born on January 27, 1931, in Vincennes to Oscar V. and Ruth I. (Reel) Beesley. He married Naomi Ruth Rehwald on September 4, 1953. Surviving are his wife, Naomi, son Bruce Allyn Beesle...
Feb 22, 2026
Walter Roy Jr., 57, Washington
Walter Roy Jr., affectionately known as Jr. to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on February 15, 2026, in Washington, IN. Born on April 4, 1968, in Madison, IN, Jr. lived a life marked by kindness, laughter, and an unwavering dedication to those he loved. Jr. was the beloved son of the late Walter and Sue ...
Feb 19, 2026
Della Strate, 87, Vincennes
Della Mae Strate, age 87, a lifelong resident of Vincennes, IN, passed away on February 15, 2026, in her hometown. Born on March 5, 1938, to the late Floyd and Irene "Huffer" McCormick, Della cultivated a life that was a testament to her kindness and enduring spirit. Della graduated from the local high school...
Feb 19, 2026
Robert Grigsby, 92. Freelandville
Robert Niles Grigsby, born on January 23, 1934, in Bruceville, Indiana, passed away at the age of 92, with his devoted wife of 70 years by his side in Freelandville, Indiana, on February 14, 2026. Robert spent his many years of life enriching those around him with his loving spirit and the joy he found in the simple pl...
Feb 17, 2026
Cheryl Reeder, 75, Vincennes
Cheryl Reeder, 75, of Vincennes, Indiana passed away February 14, 2026. She was born in Bedford, Indiana on July 21, 1949, to William Barlow and Joann Ryder. Cheryl worked as a server for many years and at the Harmony Club for 13 years. In her free time, she enjoyed cooking, baking, crafting, crocheting, and spending t...
Feb 17, 2026
Donald Goforth, 88 Evansville
Donald Eugene Goforth, a loving family man and respected community member, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the age of 88 in Evansville, Indiana. Born on April 18, 1937, in Henryville, Indiana, he lived a full and vibrant life, treasured by all who knew him. Don graduated from high school and went on to master the ...
Feb 15, 2026
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Horses help heal soldiers amid Israel’s mounting PTSD crisis after Oct 7 attacks
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The founder of the Transcending Trauma Project, Dr. Anita Shkedi, wanted to help Israeli veterans heal from PTSD through equine therapy, honoring her late son's memory.
Gulf states intercept hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones, issue joint condemnation with US
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Gulf states said they intercepted hundreds of Iranian missiles and drones after U.S. and Israeli strikes against Tehran, as regional tensions surged.
US Embassy urges Americans in Iraq to shelter in place until further notice
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The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad told Americans to shelter in place due to violent protests and rising security threats.
Israeli minister outlines Iran mission goals, says Iranian people now have chance to ‘regain their freedom'
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An Israeli official says the joint U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran are targeting existential threats such as ballistic missiles and remaining nuclear components.
Tel Aviv analyst shelters from 30 missile sirens in 48 hours, says Iran won’t 'recover'
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Israeli security analyst calls the past 48 hours a "biblical event" as President Trump vows to continue military operations until objectives are achieved.
US cleared to use British bases for limited strikes on Iranian missile capabilities
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The U.K. has authorized American use of its bases for Iran missile operations, while the Royal Air Force intercepts Iranian drones threatening Qatar and Cyprus.
US Embassy urges Americans in Iraq to shelter in place until further notice
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad told Americans to shelter in place due to violent protests and rising security threats.
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NK Lady Warriors Coach Steve Meurer to REtire from Coaching
After 18 years heading the North Knox Lady Warrior program, head coach Steve Meurer is planning to step down as the team's leader. The letter spelling out his intentions has been sent to the North Knox School Board for their potential acceptance. Meurer will retire with 445 overall wins in 30 years of coaching at Nort...
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Israeli minister outlines Iran mission goals, says Iranian people now have chance to 'regain their freedom'
An Israeli official says the joint U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran are targeting existential threats such as ballistic missiles and remaining nuclear components.
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Jennifer Garner's kids left 'mortified' when friends parents play her hit movie at birthday parties
Jennifer Garner reveals her children were mortified when "13 Going On 30" played at birthday parties, leading to fake headache calls to come home early.
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Jim Carrey's shocking new look ignites online frenzy, prompts 'body double' speculation among fans
Jim Carrey's dramatic new look at the 51st Cesar Awards in Paris sparked fan speculation, with some questioning if it was really him at the ceremony.
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