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Flu Season Starts Early in U.S.
It appears the flu season is getting off to an early start. The CDC says flu hospitalizations have reached the highest level for this time of the year in 16 years. The agency notes that flu case numbers are either growing or likely growing in 44 states and that flu season is nearly a month ahead of schedule. The CDC re...
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Purdue Selects New University President
Purdue University has chosen retired Air Force Lieutenant General Jay Silveria as its next president. The Board of Trustees unanimously selected Silveria, who currently leads the University of Arkansas System. University officials say he will take office on February 1st. Silveria succeeds interim president Mitch Daniel...
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Governor Looks Ahead After Election Shifts
Governor Mike Braun says he plans to work across party lines as Indiana enters a new political landscape following the election. Democrats flipped several statewide offices and ended the Republican supermajority in the Indiana House, though Republicans still control both legislative chambers. Braun says affordability r...
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University of Evansville Partners with Illinois Eastern Community Colleges to Guarantee Admission and $20,000 Scholarships
The University of Evansville is making it easier for Illinois community college students to finish a bachelor's degree. UE has partnered with Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Frontier in Fairfield, Lincoln Trail in Robinson, Olney Central in Olney, and Wabash Valley in Mt. Carmel. Students who complete an associat...
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Conservation Officers Remind Hunters to Prioritize Safety During Deer Season
With deer season underway, Indiana Conservation Officers are reminding hunters to put safety first. More than 300,000 people are expected to hunt deer in Indiana this season, which runs through January 31st. Most will do it safely. Officers say the most common hunting injuries come from falls out of tree stands. To low...
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KCSD-Wood rape arrest
A Vincennes man was returned to the Knox County Jail to face an outstanding rape warrant from Knox Circuit Court. 24 year-old Hayden Wood was arrested in Clark County on the warrant filed in August of this year. Court documents report the alleged incident as happening in mid-February of this year. Wood is being held wi...
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Local Marching Bands Advance to State Finals Today
Two local marching bands are headed to the Class "C" state finals today. The Vincennes Lincoln's Pride of the Green, and the Washington Gold Pride band, will compete at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. Lincoln performs first at 1:35 p.m. Washington takes the field at 3:35 p.m. as the final Class "C&qu...
Nov 7, 2026
Veterans And Active Military Members Can Get into Indiana State Parks for Free Next Week
On Veterans Day, Wednesday, November 11th, the Indiana DNR will admit all veterans and active military personnel, and everyone in their vehicle, at no charge. That includes state parks, reservoir properties, state forest recreation areas, off-road recreation areas, and the Falls of the Ohio Interpretive Center. Just te...
Nov 7, 2026
Doctor Raising Awareness About Carbon Monoxide
With the weather turning colder and many furnaces firing up for the first time in a while, experts are raising awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that develops when fuel isn't burned completely. Experts recommend homes have a carbon monoxide detect...
Nov 7, 2026
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Property tax reminder
Indiana property taxpayers are reminded of the property tax payment deadline on Tuesday of next week. Any taxes not received by the end of business that day, or postmarked by November tenth, will take on a penalty for late payment. Any mailed payments must include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of a rec...
Nov 7, 2026
Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...
Nov 5, 2026
Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...
Nov 5, 2026
Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...
Nov 5, 2026
Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...
Nov 5, 2026
Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox Lady Warriors start their season tonight, as they face the Washington Lady Hatchets at home. Tip time is 7 pm with two JV quarters; hear the game on 105.7, WUZR. Other games tonight: Bloomfield is at Loogootee Clay City will face North Central Football sectional finals are also happening tonight across ...
Nov 5, 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.
Nov 4, 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.
Nov 4, 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.
Nov 4, 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.
Nov 4, 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.
Nov 4, 2026
Cody White, 41, Bicknell
Cody R. White, 41, of Bicknell, IN, passed away Monday November 2, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospital. Cody was born December 26, 1984 in Vincennes, IN. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Teresa and Stacy Elliott. After graduation, he worked various jobs and he worked for Walmart until his health failed him. ...
Nov 6, 2026
Cody White, 41, Bicknell
Cody R. White, 41, of Bicknell, IN, passed away Monday November 2, 2026 at the Good Samaritan Hospital. Cody was born December 26, 1984 in Vincennes, IN. He was raised by his mother and stepfather, Teresa and Stacy Elliott. After graduation, he worked various jobs and he worked for Walmart until his health failed him. ...
Nov 6, 2026
Alex Wright, 24, Vincennes
Alex Joshua Wright, age 24, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on November 2, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on August 7, 2002, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived his life with a warm spirit, a kind heart, and a personality that left a lasting impression on those who knew him. Alex graduated from high school and carr...
Nov 6, 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





