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New Sullivan County Hospital Clinic Opening in Dugger
Dugger Medical Clinic, a new healthcare facility in Sullivan County, is now open to provide medical care to residents in the town of Dugger. The clinic, sponsored by Sullivan County Community Hospital, was fully outfitted with medical equipment and supplies by power producer Invenergy. The clinic is open on Mondays, Th...
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Illinois Man Faces Knox County Robbery Charges
A Flat Rock Illinois man was returned o the Knox County Jail yesterday to face a Knox Superior Court One warrant for robbery causing serious bodily injury. 29 year-old Anthony Mendenhall faces the charge following an alleged incident on May 12th. In addition to robbery with serious bodily injury, Mendenhall also faces...
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Work to Begin Wednesday on U-S 231 Near I-69
The Indiana Department of Transportation will restrict travel on U-S 231 just north of its intersection with Interstate 69. The actual closure will be for bridge work over Doans Creek. The work is set to start on Wednesday, and continue through the end of the month, weather allowing. One lane of traffic will be restr...
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80 Jobs to be Lost in Dana Plant Closure in Robinson
Dana Incorporated is closing its plant in Robinson, Illinois. In a notice sent to the state, the auto parts manufacturer plans to start layoffs in Illinois this month. They are expected to begin next week and end in October. More than 80 employees could be affected.
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Utility Work Continues on Vincennes' Washington Avenue
Utility work is underway as part of the process to renovate part of Washington Avenue. Phase Two of that project will run on Washington Avenue from Emison Avenue up to and including the intersection with Saint Clair. Vincennes City Engineer John Sprague says some of the first utility work involves Duke Energy's electr...
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Duke Energy Introducing "Smart Option" to Notify of Off-Peak Electric Hours
With summer heat on the horizon, Duke Energy is rolling out new tools to help Indiana customers lower their electric bills. A new "Smart Usage Option" allows residents to save money by shifting high-energy chores-like laundry or EV charging-to off-peak hours. The utility is also launching "energy spike a...
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Vincennes City Council Approves Wed ordinance Adjustment
Vincennes City Council has unanimously approved an adjustment in the City's weed ordinance, due to high weeds in parts of the City. Council members discussed the difference between weeds and deliberate wildflower or butterfly habitat. Vincennes City Inspector Brad Snider is worried about high weeds as a problem for n...
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VCSC Sets Population Caps for Schools for 2026-27 School Year
Vincennes Community Schools has set population caps for each of their schools for the coming school year. The caps are required by state law. Vincennes Lincoln High School's cap is at 300 per grade level. Clark Middle School will top at 267 per grade. At the elementary locations, Franklin, Tecumseh-Harrison, and Vigo...
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New State Laws will Limit State Regulations on Farm Markets
All through the area this summer and into the fall, various farmers' markets are selling home-grown fruits, vegetables, and meats directly to the public. The sales can come from roadside stands among major highways, or in various farmers' markets. The Indiana Legislature has passed new rules aimed at reducing some regu...
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Flat Rich Illinois Man Returned to Face Knox County Robbery Charge
A Flat Rock Illinois man was returned o the Knox County Jail yesterday to face a Knox Superior Court One warrant for robbery causing serious bodily injury. 29 year-old Anthony Mendenhall faces the charge following an alleged incident on May 12th. In addition to robbery with serious bodily injury, Mendenhall also faces...
Jun 08, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Monday
The North Knox School Board named Doug Boyd as the Warriors new head coach on Friday afternoon. Boyd moves to Knox County after spending many years as an assistant coach for Sullivan. He will replace Josh Adams as the Warriors' head coach. South Knox tennis player Alli Hayden has been named to the South squad for the...
Jun 08, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. The Blue Chip All-Conference baseball team has been named fo...
Jun 05, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
KC Sports Roundup for Thursday
The North Knox School Board will meet Friday to determine a new coach for the North Knox boys' basketball team. That session will be held at 6:15 pm at the Corporation's Administration Center. The meeting is a public session, so everyone is invited to attend. North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for a...
Jun 04, 2026
NK Ousted from Linton Sectional Yesterday; Sullivan Wins Title
It took two swings of the bat-- a two run homer in the third, and a grand slam in the fourth--to eliminate the North Knox Warriors, 7=4, at the hands of the Sullivan Golden Arrows. Hunter Mason got the win for Sullivan, while Kason Oxby took the loss for the Warriors. Kason Oxby was relieving for Rylan Oxby; he was st...
Jun 02, 2026
NK Ousted from Linton Sectional Yesterday; Sullivan Wins Title
It took two swings of the bat-- a two run homer in the third, and a grand slam in the fourth--to eliminate the North Knox Warriors, 7=4, at the hands of the Sullivan Golden Arrows. Hunter Mason got the win for Sullivan, while Kason Oxby took the loss for the Warriors. Kason Oxby was relieving for Rylan Oxby; he was st...
Jun 02, 2026
NK Ousted from Linton Sectional Yesterday; Sullivan Wins Title
It took two swings of the bat-- a two run homer in the third, and a grand slam in the fourth--to eliminate the North Knox Warriors, 7=4, at the hands of the Sullivan Golden Arrows. Hunter Mason got the win for Sullivan, while Kason Oxby took the loss for the Warriors. Kason Oxby was relieving for Rylan Oxby; he was st...
Jun 02, 2026
Martha Burnett, 90, Washington
Martha "Marty" P. Burnett, age 90, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 6, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1935, in Bloomington, Indiana, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family, her friends, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Marty attended school and later built a ste...
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John Coyle, 69, Vinennes
John H. Coyle, age 69, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on June 3, 2026. He was born on July 2, 1956, in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and lived a life marked by dedication and the simple joys that brought him happiness each day. John graduated from high school and went on to build a steady and respected career as a CNC M...
Jun 07, 2026
James L. Southgate, 82, Freelandville
James L. Southgate, age 82, of Freelandville, Indiana, passed away on June 5, 2026. He was born on April 14, 1944, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to his parents, Edward Southgate and Norma "Mikesell" Smith. James graduated from high school and, afterwards, spent many years working in salvage yards and maintaining ...
Jun 07, 2026
Shirley Bunte, 90, Bruceville
Shirley (Mattingly) Bunte, 90, of Bruceville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, May 28, 2026, at her home with her family at her bedside. Shirley was born on November 24, 1935, in Washington, Indiana, to Alma (Alberti) and Joseph Mattingly. She married Joe Bunte in 1954. They were married for 64 years until he passed away...
Jun 01, 2026
Beverly Patton, 86, Bicknell
Beverly Sue Patton, age 86, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on February 5, 2026, in the town where she was born on September 20, 1939. She lived a full and meaningful life rooted in family, hard work, and the community she called home throughout her years. Throughout her working years, Beverly served in several roles...
May 31, 2026
JOhn Alton, 80, Terre Haute
John Clinton Alton, age 80, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on May 26, 2026. He was born on April 17, 1946, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by serving his country, having a family, and being a spirit that touched those around him. John enjoyed the simple pleasures that brought people together. He lo...
May 29, 2026
Carol Ann Bowers, 83, Freellandville
Carol Ann (Hislip) Bowers, 83, passed away on May 25, 2026. She was born April 19, 1943, to Willard and Elfrieda (Trabant) Hislip, in Vincennes, Indiana. She graduated in 1961 from Freelandville High School. Carol graduated from Vincennes University in 1963 with a secretarial degree. Carol was employed by Prudential In...
May 28, 2026
Charlotte Stinebaugh, 83, Bicknell
Charlotte Ann (Carrico) Stinebaugh, 83, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on May 24, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on June 27, 1942, in Freelandville, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her church, and the many simple joys that made her days meaningful. Charlotte graduated from Free...
May 27, 2026
Lois Marlene Noble 89
Lois Marlene Noble, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on August 25, 1936, in Petersburg, IN the daughter of George K. and Ruth E. (Fair) Griffith. She married Myron Noble on November 26, 1955 and he survives.She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she found solace and strength in he...
May 25, 2026
Robert J. Clark (Bob) 99, from Vincennes
Robert J. Clark (Bob) 99, from Vincennes passed from this life to his heavenly home on May 20, 2026. Robert was born on January 24, 1927, in Indianapolis, IN, and moved to Vincennes with his parents Samuel Walter Clark and Eva Mae Kidwell-Clark. As a teen, Bob worked as a bellhop at the Grand Hotel in Vincennes. He als...
May 25, 2026
Lois Noble, 89, Vincennes
Lois Marlene Noble, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on August 25, 1936, in Petersburg, IN the daughter of George K. and Ruth E. (Fair) Griffith. She married Myron Noble on November 26, 1955 and he survives.She was a member of First Baptist Church, where she found solace and strength in he...
May 24, 2026
Norma "Jean" Dixon
Norma "Jean" Dixon, of Vincennes, Indiana, departed this life on May 20, 2026, at her home with several of her children by her side. She was born in Lawrenceville, Illinois, on July 23, 1931, the daughter of the late Ray and Agnes "Snider" Garvey. She grew up on the farm in St. Francisville, Illinoi...
May 22, 2026
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New Sullivan County Hospital Clinic Opening in Dugger
Dugger Medical Clinic, a new healthcare facility in Sullivan County, is now open to provide medical care to residents in the town of Dugger. The clinic, sponsored by Sullivan County Community Hospital, was fully outfitted with medical equipment and supplies by power producer Invenergy. The clinic is open on Mondays, Th...
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Martha Burnett, 90, Washington
Martha "Marty" P. Burnett, age 90, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on June 6, 2026. She was born on August 4, 1935, in Bloomington, Indiana, and lived a long life marked by devotion to her family, her friends, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Marty attended school and later built a ste...
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