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Knox County Budget Preparations Continue
The Knox County Commissioners are busy preparing their budget for Knox County Council review in about a month's time. Council's annual four-day budget session will happen at its traditional time in mid-September. Commissioners' president T-J Brink says the plan is to review future plans with both County departments an...
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Washington City Council Passes Two Taxes, Data Center Moratorium
The Washington City Council voted Monday night to approve a municipal Wheel Tax and Motor Vehicle License Excise Tax, creating dedicated funds for each. The taxes are intended to help fund local road repairs and qualify the city for matching state infrastructure grants. Council also approved a temporary moratorium on d...
8h ago
More Heat Expected in Area Today; Heat Advisory Back in Place
A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon until 9:00 p.m. today forKnox, Daviess, Greene, Martin, Sullivan, Pike, Gibson, and Dubois Counties. Heat index values up to 105 are expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun,...
8h ago
48th District State Senator Darryl Schmitt Sets Town Halls
Indiana State Senator Daryl Schmitt of Jasper is holding a series of town halls to hear from District 48 residents. Meetings begin later this month and continue into September and are scheduled for Chrisney, Derby, Petersburg, Princeton, Marengo and Huntingburg. Dates, times and venues are listed with this story on our...
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KC Council Passes Wheel, Excise Tax Last Night
The Knox County Council approved the minimum required amounts for both wheel and excise taxes for County vehicle owners. The wheel tax will be at $7.50 per vehicle once per year for passenger vehicles, with the excise tax totaling $5.00 for commercial vehicles over 11,000 pounds. Councilman Rich Chattin made the propo...
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SK Enrollment Down Some At Beginning of School Year
South Knox School "Corporation superintendent Jeff Cochren reported a lower of number of Corporation students starting school this year than in 2025. At last night's School Board meeting, Cochren reported a total student population of 1145, compared with 1180 to start the last school year. Of that total, 598 were...
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Former IURC Chair and Member Andy Zay Suing for His Place Back
Fired Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission regulator Andy Zay is suing Governor Mike Braun over his dismissal. Zay is seeking to get his seat back on the powerful IURC before the commission votes on if they should reconsider the 71-million-dollar rate hike approved for AES Indiana. He was fired by Braun after backing ...
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Exploration of DORA Ordinance Re-Approved by Vincennes City Council
The Vincennes City Council has approved a re-submission of their DORA-or Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area-at last night's session. The ordinance will now be forwarded to state authorities for their approval. The first submission was returned for adjustment, following passage on April 27th. Vincennes City Councilma...
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VCSC Tentatively Awards Bid for Locker Room Renovation
Vincennes Community Schools has taken five bids under advisement for a planned locker room renovation at Lincoln High School. The lowest bid among the five offers was from Tabor-Owens for just over 2.3 million dollars. The five accepted bids fell within a 500-thousand dollar range, with the highest bid at a little ove...
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Administrative Error Erases Joe Yochum as State Senate District 39 Nominee
Vincennes Mayor Joe Yochum will not be allowed to run in the November general election for State Senate, District 39. In a n official release, Yochum cited a procedural error from the Indiana Democrat Party will keep him from appearing on the general ballot in November. Mayor Yochum was told about the decision yesterd...
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SK Defeats NK, Clay City in Three Team Girls Golf Meet
South Knox defeated both Notth Knox and Clay City in a three-team girls' golf match yesterday at High Point Country Club near Bicknell. The Lady Spartans had the low score with a 211, followed by Clay City at 229 and North Knox at 238. The Lady Warriors' Addy Nolan was low scorer with a 41. South Knox's low scorer wa...
Aug 11, 2026
SK Defeats NK, Clay City in Three Team Girls Golf Meet
South Knox defeated both Notth Knox and Clay City in a three-team girls' golf match yesterday at High Point Country Club near Bicknell. The Lady Spartans had the low score with a 211, followed by Clay City at 229 and North Knox at 238. The Lady Warriors' Addy Nolan was low scorer with a 41. South Knox's low scorer wa...
Aug 11, 2026
SK Defeats NK, Clay City in Three Team Girls Golf Meet
South Knox defeated both Notth Knox and Clay City in a three-team girls' golf match yesterday at High Point Country Club near Bicknell. The Lady Spartans had the low score with a 211, followed by Clay City at 229 and North Knox at 238. The Lady Warriors' Addy Nolan was low scorer with a 41. South Knox's low scorer wa...
Aug 11, 2026
SK Defeats NK, Clay City in Three Team Girls Golf Meet
South Knox defeated both Notth Knox and Clay City in a three-team girls' golf match yesterday at High Point Country Club near Bicknell. The Lady Spartans had the low score with a 211, followed by Clay City at 229 and North Knox at 238. The Lady Warriors' Addy Nolan was low scorer with a 41. South Knox's low scorer wa...
Aug 11, 2026
SK Defeats NK, Clay City in Three Team Girls Golf Meet
South Knox defeated both Notth Knox and Clay City in a three-team girls' golf match yesterday at High Point Country Club near Bicknell. The Lady Spartans had the low score with a 211, followed by Clay City at 229 and North Knox at 238. The Lady Warriors' Addy Nolan was low scorer with a 41. South Knox's low scorer wa...
Aug 11, 2026
LHS Wins Meet Over County Rivals
The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.
Aug 09, 2026
LHS Wins Meet Over County Rivals
The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.
Aug 09, 2026
LHS Wins Meet Over County Rivals
The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.
Aug 09, 2026
LHS Wins Meet Over County Rivals
The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.
Aug 09, 2026
LHS Wins Meet Over County Rivals
The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices came up with a county win over both Vincennes Rivet and South Knox. The Lady Alices totaled an 18 hole score of 379, compared with 415 for Rivet and 448 for South Knox. Vincennes Lincoln's Mallory Fisher was low scorer for the meet, with an 85.
Aug 09, 2026
Edgar F. Qualkenbush, 36, Vincennes
Edgar F. Qualkenbush II, 36, of Vincennes, passed away on August 1, 2026. Edgar was born on May 20, 1990, in Vincennes, the son of Edgar F. Qualkenbush. He was a 2008 graduate of Vincennes Lincoln High School and continued his education at the University of Evansville, where he earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics...
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Esther Fleetwood, 93, Washington
Esther Louise (Yerkes) Fleetwood went to be with her Lord and Savior in heaven Friday, August 7, 2026, after spending her life of nearly 93 years in Washington, Indiana. Esther was born to Sherman and Catherine (Brummett) Yerkes on September 10, 1933, the oldest of 10 children, and having been born in in '33, she often...
Aug 10, 2026
Thomas Hendricks, 71, Plainville
Thomas Arthur Hendricks, known to many as Tom, passed away on August 5, 2026, in Plainville, Indiana, at the age of 71. Tom was born on September 19, 1954, in Martinsville, Indiana, to a large family; his parents, John and Ida May "Mitchell" Hendricks, along with his seven siblings, made up much of his early ...
Aug 09, 2026
Naomi Neukam, 93, Washington
Naomi J. Neukam, 93, of Washington, Indiana passed away on August 4, 2026. She was born in Washington, Indiana on April 30, 1933, to the late Roscoe Miller and Velma Wilcoxen. Naomi married the love of her life, Ray Neukam, on September 21, 1951. In her free time, Naomi enjoyed spending time with her family, hunting mu...
Aug 09, 2026
Norma Fremder, 98, Vincennes
Norma Sue Fremder, age 98, died in Terre Haute, Indiana, on August 4, 2026. She was born June 11, 1928, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Fred and Anna "Brown" Fremder. She received her early education at St. John's Lutheran School and Lincoln High School in Vincennes. Norma earned degrees in music education from Ind...
Aug 06, 2026
Judy Kitchin, 89, Sandborn
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Judith "Judy" A. Kitchin, who departed this life peacefully on August 5, 2026, at the age of 89 with her family by her side. Born on September 9, 1936, in Decatur County, IN she was the daughter of Charles and Audra (Craig) Connall. She married Donal...
Aug 06, 2026
Mike Latshaw, 7 1, Vincennes
t is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Michael E. Latshaw, who left us on July 12, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on June 26, 1955, Mike is the son of William E. and Roberta (Elliott) Latshaw. Mike lived a simple yet rewarding life. He was known for his dedication to the City of Vincennes, whe...
Aug 03, 2026
Breonica Ruggles, 15, Vincennes
Breonica came into this world at 4:41 pm at Gateway Women's Center in Newburgh, Indiana, under emergent circumstances. Her parents, Derek and Brandy Ruggles and her big brothers Drew and Remington were proud to welcome the tiny 1 lb5 oz, 12 inches long sassy little girl into their family. Being so frail, she spent the ...
Aug 02, 2026
John Arnold, 81, Vincennes
John William Arnold was born on November 21, 1944, in Tell City, Indiana to Carl and Leoma Arnold, who preceded him in death. John passed away on July 30, 2026. John's journey was marked by his love for his family, friends; new and lifelong, personal and professional achievements, and his deep love for the game of golf...
Aug 02, 2026
Ted Hazel, 77, Vincennes
Ted Hazel, age 77, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 27, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1949, in Indianapolis, Indiana, and lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to his family. Ted served his country honorably in the U.S. Army in Vietnam with the 716th Military Police and worked for the Pro...
Jul 31, 2026
Jim Coleman,95, Vincennes
ames "Jim" Lorel Coleman, 95, entered peacefully into the arms of his Lord and savior on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family and devoted caregivers. Born in New Albany, Indiana, on September 24, 1930, to Lorel "Coke" and Helen (Cooper) Coleman, Jim grew up in southern Indiana between ...
Jul 30, 2026
Lt. Col. Sam Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN
Samuel "Sam" B Grove, 66, formerly of Washington, IN passed away in Beaufort, SC on July 24, 2026. Friends may visit with Sam's family from 3:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at Goodwin-Sievers Funeral Home, 2020 State Street, Washington, IN 47501. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:...
Jul 30, 2026
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Edgar F. Qualkenbush, 36, Vincennes
Edgar F. Qualkenbush II, 36, of Vincennes, passed away on August 1, 2026. Edgar was born on May 20, 1990, in Vincennes, the son of Edgar F. Qualkenbush. He was a 2008 graduate of Vincennes Lincoln High School and continued his education at the University of Evansville, where he earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics...
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Knox County Budget Preparations Continue
The Knox County Commissioners are busy preparing their budget for Knox County Council review in about a month's time. Council's annual four-day budget session will happen at its traditional time in mid-September. Commissioners' president T-J Brink says the plan is to review future plans with both County departments an...
8h ago
Washington City Council Passes Two Taxes, Data Center Moratorium
The Washington City Council voted Monday night to approve a municipal Wheel Tax and Motor Vehicle License Excise Tax, creating dedicated funds for each. The taxes are intended to help fund local road repairs and qualify the city for matching state infrastructure grants. Council also approved a temporary moratorium on d...
8h ago
More Heat Expected in Area Today; Heat Advisory Back in Place
A Heat Advisory is in effect from noon until 9:00 p.m. today forKnox, Daviess, Greene, Martin, Sullivan, Pike, Gibson, and Dubois Counties. Heat index values up to 105 are expected. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun,...
8h ago
48th District State Senator Darryl Schmitt Sets Town Halls
Indiana State Senator Daryl Schmitt of Jasper is holding a series of town halls to hear from District 48 residents. Meetings begin later this month and continue into September and are scheduled for Chrisney, Derby, Petersburg, Princeton, Marengo and Huntingburg. Dates, times and venues are listed with this story on our...
8h ago





