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Jasper Man Facing Multiple Charges After Fleeing Traffic Stop
A Jasper man is in the Dubois County Jail after police say he fled a traffic stop. Deputies say 27-year-old Dagon Frye took off from a stop Wednesday afternoon on Newton Street in front of Taco Bell in Jasper, leading officers on a high-speed chase that was later terminated for public safety. The Dubois County Prosecut...
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SR 441 to be Closed at Lincoln Memorial Bridge in Vincennes Through March of 2027
Drivers in Knox County -- get ready for a long-term road closure. Starting Monday, November 16th, State Road 441 will be closed in Vincennes at the Lincoln Memorial Bridge over the Wabash River. INDOT says the closure is needed to continue facade repairs on the bridge. The work is expected to last through mid-March of ...
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Early voting-Knox County
Over 300 voters have cast early ballots in the lobby of the former Knox County Work-Release Center as of yesterday. Along with that, Knox County Clerk's officials have received around 160 mail-in ballots as well. Early voting continues in the former County Work-Release facility across from the Knox County Courthouse. ...
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Remnants of Hurricane Isaias to be Felt in Indiana
Remnants of Hurricane Isaias [[ ey-sy-EE-us ]] could bring heavy rain, gusty winds and brief tornadoes to Indiana this weekend, with the main window tonight into Sunday morning. National Weather Service forecaster Jason Puma says Isaias is expected to make landfall near the Alabama-Florida border and track north throug...
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Lane Closures Coming to State Road 154 in Sullivan County for Bridge Work
Drivers on State Road 154 near Sullivan should expect delays starting later this month as crews begin work on a bridge deck overlay project. The Indiana Department of Transportation says alternating lane closures will begin on or around Monday, October 19th, on State Road 154 between U.S. 41 and North County Road 325 W...
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Road Closure Planned for State Road 56 in Pike County October 19th
The Indiana Department of Transportation says a section of State Road 56 in Pike County is scheduled to be closed on Monday, October 19th for a culvert replacement project. The closure will occur between State Road 257 and Old Petersburg Road. This road closure is expected to take a week to complete, depending on the w...
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Permanent Daylight-Saving Time Bill Faces Uncertain Path
The future of a permanent daylight-saving time bill is uncertain "with no clear path forward." That's according to the Senate Majority Leader John Thune. The South Dakota Republican told Politico that President Trump feels strongly about supporting the legislation, but there's no consensus on it yet. Meanwhil...
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Fire Prevention Week Tips
Fire Prevention Week is underway, and this year Indiana is focusing on lithium-ion battery safety. State Fire Marshal Steve Jones says everyday charging habits can prevent fires. He says always use the charger that came with your device, charge on a hard, flat surface -- never on a bed or couch -- and unplug once it's ...
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Obituaries
Aileese Tucker, 19, Vincennes
Aileese Tucker, a precious daughter, beloved child of God, honor student, gifted young woman, and faithful soul whose earthly journey ended far too soon at just age 19. How someone so young, so full of promise, so filled with life, could be taken from us. Just weeks ago, she was celebrating her high school graduation a...
Oct 7, 2026
Christopher Burtch, 56, Robinson, IL
Christopher A. Burtch, 56, of Robinson, Illinois passed away with family by his side on October 4, 2026. He was born in Robinson, Illinois on October 9, 1969, to Mark Burtch and Brenda Miller. Chris graduated from Newton High School. He worked for 29 years with Hershey. Chris was an avid sports enthusiast and card coll...
Oct 5, 2026
David Niehaus, 59, Vincennes
David Frederick Niehaus, 59, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 4, 2026. He was born February 13, 1967, in Vincennes, the son of Bernie and Patty (O'Neill) Niehaus. David lived his entire life in Vincennes, a community he loved deeply and served faithfully. His lif...
Oct 5, 2026
Joan Cress, 71, Bicknell
Joan E. "Herzberger" Cress, who was born on April 20, 1955, in Norfolk, Virginia, and passed away on October 2, 2026, in Bicknell, Indiana, lived a life marked by devotion to her family, faith, and the quiet strength she brought to those around her. She was the daughter of Clifford T. and Helen D. "Wilki...
Oct 5, 2026
Wilma Fleenor, 101, Washington
Wilma Iona Fleenor, age 101, passed away peacefully on September 28, 2026, having lived a long and beautiful life filled with faith, family, friendship, and love. Wilma was born on December 31, 1924, and was a lifelong resident of Washington, Indiana. She was the oldest of three children, growing up alongside her two y...
Sep 30, 2026
Daniel Lynch, 56, Vincennes
Daniel Patrick Lynch, 56, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on September 21, 2026. He was born on March 28, 1970, in Terre Haute, Indiana, to John and Jane "Pearson" Lynch. Daniel spent much of his life working as an operating engineer on various construction projects. He was a hardworking man who took pride...
Sep 25, 2026
Donna Essenberg, 90, Oaktown
Donna Jean Essenberg (Heydenberk-Curtis) 90, passed away peacefully in Oaktown, IN, on September 20, 2026. She was born November 5, 1935, to Ray and Edith (Hazen) Heydenberk, in Hart, MI. She was the sixth of nine children. Donna was born and raised in Hart, MI, where she spent most of her life. She graduated from Hart...
Sep 23, 2026
Kathryn Freewood, 70, Oakland City
Kathryn Ann Presswood, age 70, of Oakland City, Indiana, passed away on September 20, 2026. She was born on March 14, 1956, in St. Louis, Missouri, and lived a life marked by kindness, devotion, and love. Kathryn graduated from Roosevelt High School in St. Louis, Missouri, and later attended Vincennes University. She w...
Sep 22, 2026
Ben Kramer, 72, Oaktown
Bernard "Ben" Leo Kramer, age 72, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away on September 18, 2026, in his hometown. He was born on July 1, 1954, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to his family, steady work, and a wide range of interests that brought him joy and purpose. Ben graduated from Nort...
Sep 21, 2026
Michael Thornsbury, 69, Loogootee
Michael David Thornsbury, 69, of Loogootee, IN, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at Heart to Heart Hospice in Evansville, IN. He was born on February 19, 1957, in Columbus, Ohio. Mike served in the US Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic and Crew Chief. After leaving the USAF, he continued his love of Aviatio...
Sep 18, 2026
Local Sports
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS REPORT UPDATE
North Daviess defeated North Knox 28 to 20 Vincennes Lincoln won out over Sullivan 42 to 28 Techumseh shut down Pike Central 56 to 0 Linton beat Eastern Greene 41 to 7 Mount Vernon defeated Washington 45 to 14 Southridge shut out Princeton 54 to 0 Givson Southern won out over Boonville 42 to 14 Heritage Hills shut down...
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Knox County Sports for Friday
Around Knox County: In Boys' Soccer: The South Knox Spartans saw their season end with a 1-0 loss to the host Jeeps in the Northeast Dubois Sectional. The game was scoreless through regulation, but the Jeeps scored the deciding goal in overtime to win it. South Knox ends its soccer season with an 11-4-2 record. Barr...
Oct 9, 2026
Area Soccer Sectional Recap and Preview
South Knox moves on to face Pike Central in the Class A tournament at South Knox. The Lady Spartans defeat North Knox 9-0, while Pike Central eliminated Rivet 4-1. A three-goal second half led the Lady Chargers to that victory. South Knox now gets Pike Central in the sectional final at 2 pm Saturday. At White River ...
Oct 8, 2026
Knox County Sports Update for Wednesday
In boys' soccer action last night: At Gibson Southern: The Vincennes Lincoln Aices saw their season come to an end with a 1-0 loss to Southridge. The game was scoreless at halftime, but a lone second-half goal by the Raiders eliminated LHS, and moved Southridge into tomorrow night's semifinals. The Alices end a stella...
Oct 7, 2026
Knox County Sports Recap for Tuesday
Around Knox County: In Volleyball: Vincennes Lincoln lost in a close four-set match to Gibson Southern last night. The Lady Alices won the first set 25-23, but the Lady Titans took the final three for the match, 26-24, 25-21, and 25-23. The Vincennes Rivet Lady Patriots defeated the North Knox Lady Warriors in four ga...
Oct 6, 2026
Monday's Area Soccer Sectional Recap
Around the area: In girls' Soccer sectional competition last night: In Class 2-A at Washington: The Vincennes Lincoln Lady Alices had their season end with a 6-0 loss to Gibson Southern. The Lady Alices end up the year at 12-3-2. Gibson Southern will face Heritage Hills; the Lady Patriots defeated Princeton last night ...
Oct 6, 2026
Sectional Volleyball Pairings for Area Teams Now Set
Volleyball pairings are set for the coming IHSAA tournament series. The tournament games will be played on October 13th, 15th and 17th. In Class 3A: The Vincennes Lincoln Alices face Gibson Southern as part of the eight-team Jasper Sectional. Other matchups have Southridge facing Washington, Heritage Hills playing Jas...
Oct 5, 2026
Friday Night Lights Report Update
Cloverdale defeated north knox 41 to 23 Evansville north took down Vincennes Lincoln 34 to 17 South spencer beat pike central 63 to 0 Eastern won out over linton 56 to 12
Oct 3, 2026
Week Seven Combines Old and New for Knox County Football TEams
An old conference foe, and a new conference foe, await Knox County's football teams tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alices travel to Bondurant Stadium in Evansville tonight to play a former SIAC foe-the Evansville North Huskies. Kickoff time is 7:30; hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors head the opposit...
Oct 2, 2026
South Knox Takes Tennis SEctional Title
Around Knox County: In Tennis: South Knox defeated Vincennes Rivet for the Tennis Sectional title last night 4-1 at the Lincoln High School courts. South Knox got singles wins from Reid Hall, Layne Hays, and Warren Shepard, and a doubles win from Cooper Neal and Ethan Cork. Rivet's lone victory was in doubles, through...
Oct 1, 2026
Entertainment News
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Pat Sajak makes rare public appearance after stepping away from 'Wheel of Fortune'
Pat Sajak made a rare public appearance on Hollywood Boulevard to honor Air Supply's Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony with a humorous speech.
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Journey drummer rushed to hospital after medical emergency interrupts concert
Journey's Tulsa concert stopped after just two songs when drummer Deen Castronovo suffered a medical emergency, with bandmates asking for prayers.
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Country star Drew Baldridge lifts curtain on Jelly Roll's 'wild' entourage, Luke Bryan's 'country boy' life
Drew Baldridge reveals why Jelly Roll's backstage scene is wildly unpredictable and how Luke Bryan's dove-hunting trips show his country roots.
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Test your pop culture: From Hollywood to the Heartland
From a surprising Marilyn Monroe family connection to candid revelations about Hollywood relationships, see how closely you followed this week's entertainment headlines.
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George Clooney says family is still processing Presley Gerber's tragic death
George Clooney calls Presley Gerber's death at the age of 27 "one of the most devastating things to happen to" their family in a new interview.
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Paulina Porizkova's gym routine led to 'a revelation' in her sixties
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Michael Douglas' wildest Hollywood confessions: From A-list actress bite to Julia Roberts clash
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Country singer Ella Langley cancels concert over 'serious security threat' to fans, crew
Country singer Ella Langley announced the last-minute cancellation of her concert, citing a serious security threat and saying the safety of fans and staff comes first.
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Michael Douglas says Kirk Douglas gave him $10,000 at 21 and told him he was on his own
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John Cena 'got ran out' of Hollywood before unexpected second chance
John Cena admits he was "ran out of the movie business" for not caring, revealing his heart stayed in the WWE ring during his early Hollywood roles.
Oct 9, 2026
Israeli combat medicine slashes IDF deaths after Oct 7, draws US military interest
IDF battlefield medicine cut combat mortality rates from 15% to 7.1%, with advances in casualty evacuation and trauma care now benefiting the U.S. Army.
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Inside the protest playbook to vilify Israel on 'global day of action'
Global Alliance for Palestine distributed a detailed playbook urging groups to shut down city squares and blockade corporate hubs across continents.
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France is devouring itself as school riots reveal a crisis far bigger than broken classrooms
Student protests in France over crumbling schools expose deep tensions as Jean-Luc Mélenchon's La France Insoumise allegedly exploits the growing unrest.
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Massive 7.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama as officials investigate potential tsunami threat
A powerful earthquake struck Panama's southern coast Friday, prompting officials to investigate a possible tsunami threat after the USGS lowered its magnitude estimate from 8.0 to 7.6.
Oct 9, 2026
Massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Panama as officials investigate potential tsunami threat
A powerful earthquake struck Panama's southern coast Friday, prompting officials to investigate a possible tsunami threat after the USGS lowered its magnitude estimate from 8.0 to 7.7.
Oct 9, 2026
Who is Navi Pillay? Nobel Peace Prize winner's UN record renews fierce antisemitism accusations
Navi Pillay's 2026 Nobel Peace Prize sparked backlash from Jewish advocacy groups and UN Watch over allegations of anti-Israel bias and antisemitism.
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Thousands flood Brussels streets as anti-austerity protests erupt into clashes with police
Masked agitators clashed with riot police in Brussels as thousands of others marched against Belgium's austerity measures and cost of living crisis.
Oct 9, 2026
Nobel Peace Prize awarded to UN jurist who accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza
Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay chaired the UN commission that accused Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant of inciting genocide in Gaza.
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Behind France's student riots: Communists, unions and a global propaganda network
A transnational pro-communist network funded by Neville Roy Singham is amplifying French student protests, seeking better schools.
Oct 9, 2026
2 foreign nationals breach UK base housing key US, NATO intel hub amid $556M expansion
The Latvian men were arrested under the National Security Act 2023 after breaching a fence at RAF Molesworth, prompting a major counterterrorism investigation.
Oct 8, 2026
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