Local News
Average Price of Gas in Indiana Rises to $3.48 Per Gallon; Diesel $4.87
The Triple-A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Friday stood at $3.48 a gallon, 1¢ lower than Thursday and 15¢ lower than Friday's national average of $3.63 per gallon. It was also 20¢ higher than a week ago, 62¢ higher than a month ago, and 53¢ higher than a year ago. Tripl...
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Indiana Might Suspend Gas Tax with High Prices
Governor Braun says he is not ruling out suspending Indiana's gas tax with prices jumping every day. Braun says if the prices keep rising for two-and-a-half to three weeks, he will consider taking that action. He adds once Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz, prices should drop and ideally drop as much as they have risen...
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Lane Closure Planned for U.S. 41 in Gibson County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says lane closures are scheduled to begin this Monday on US 41 over the Patoka River in Gibson County for bridge construction work. This project is expected to last through October, depending on the weather. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in both directions during the proje...
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Loogootee Fire Dept. Receives $500 Grant to Upgrade Fire Safety Education Unit
The Mortgage Company of Southern Indiana, Incorporated has donated $500 to help the Loogootee Fire Department repair and upgrade its Fire Safety Education trailer. The trailer has served the community for over 15 years, teaching fire safety and emergency skills, especially to children. Planned improvements include a gr...
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Powerball Jackpot Rises to $75M
There was no Grand Prize winner in Wednesday night's Powerball game. The jackpot for Saturday night's drawing increases to $75M. Meanwhile the Hoosier Lotto Jackpot increases to $15.8M for Saturday night's drawing after there was no winner Wednesday night.
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Former Indy Mayor Greg Ballard Attempting to Start New Political Party
Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard is trying to start a new political party. Ballard's campaign has announced the creation of the Lincoln Party in his bid for Indiana secretary of state. The party will only be established if enough signatures are collected. The Democratic, Republican, and Libertarian parties are cu...
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Daviess Co. Traffic Advisory
The Daviess County Highway Department says only one lane is open at the intersection of County Road 550 North at 100 East in the Northeast quad due to a culvert washout. Motorists are advised to use caution until further notice.
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Beware of BMV Text Scam!
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles warns of a new scam involving fake texts about unpaid traffic violations. These messages contain links that mimic official state websites and can generate fake BMV receipts and confirmation numbers. Do not click any links and delete such texts immediately. The BMV does not notify cu...
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Obituaries
Marilyn Bilskie, 89, Vincennes
Marilyn M. "Horrall" Bilskie, born November 23, 1936, to Beryl and Lucille "Tennis" Horrall, who preceded her in death. Husband Vincent Bilskie Jr. and daughter Jackie Bilskie and great-grandson Boone Bilskie also preceded her in death, along with her twin brother Marlin "Buzz" Horrall, an...
Mar 12, 2026
Patricia Clark, 74, Washington
Patricia D. Clark, 74, of Washington, Indiana passed away on March 9, 2026. She was born in Washington, Indiana on April 12, 1951, to the late John and Mildred "Mickey" Wilkins. Patty graduated from Washington High School in 1969. She married the love of her life Gary Clark on December 26, 1976. Patty was a h...
Mar 12, 2026
Virginia Wollerman, 82, Vincennes
Virginia A. Wollerman, 82, better known as Ginger passed away peacefully at 8:50 am on March 11, 2026, at Gentle Care Nursing Home in Vincennes. She was born on November 7, 1943, in Vincennes the daughter of Tom and Marie (Allen) Cooper. She married Randall A. Wollerman on June 20, 1964, and he preceded her in death on...
Mar 12, 2026
Ronald Adcock, 85, Bicknell
Ronald Edward Adcock, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on March 8, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana, age 85. He was born to the late Charles E. and Leona M. "Ernest" Adcock on January 19, 1941, in Bakersfield, California, and from his early years, he demonstrated a profound dedicat...
Mar 10, 2026
Alice Sanders, 67, Vincennes
Alice L. Sanders, a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 7, 2026, in her hometown of Vincennes, IN, where she was born on March 16, 1959. Alice's life was marked by devotion to her family, her work, and her many interests that brought joy not only to her but to all wh...
Mar 10, 2026
James Turnage, 76, Vincennes
James Turnage passed away in the early hours of March 6th peacefully in his sleep. James was born in 1949 to his parents Margie and Floyd as the oldest of 9. He graduated from Goldsboro High School in 1967. Instead of being drafted he chose the Marines just because someone said he couldn't do it. After serving a year i...
Mar 10, 2026
Betty Hayes,95, Flat Rock IL
Betty Lucille (McCoy) Hayes, 95, of Flat Rock, IL passed away on March 1, 2026, in the comfort of her home. She was born on August 17, 1930, in Huntingburg, IN. Betty carried a deep sense of compassion for others after losing her mother at the young age of 49 to breast cancer. She was only 15 when she stated caring for...
Mar 10, 2026
Helen Crowley, 92, Vincennes
Helen Agnes "Deckard" Crowley, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away in her hometown of Vincennes, Indiana, on March 7, 2026, at the age of 92. Born on March 28, 1933, to parents Adrian Roscoe and Martha Josephine "Warner" Deckard, Helen's heartwarming p...
Mar 09, 2026
Janice Boyles, 86, Carmel
Janice K (Holder) Boyles peacefully passed on March 4th, 2026, at her home in Carmel, Indiana. Janice was a family first mother, who worked tirelessly to ensure the health, safety and happiness of her immediate family. We are all grateful for the guidance, support, encouragement and love she so generously gave to all o...
Mar 09, 2026
Harley Atkinson Jr, 83, Washington
Harley Joseph Atkinson Jr., affectionately known as Joe, passed away on March 5, 2026, in Washington, IN, at the age of 83. Born on June 20, 1942, in Brownstown, IN, Joe's journey through life was marked by devotion to his loved ones, a dedication to service, and the joy he found in simple pleasures. Joe proudly served...
Mar 09, 2026
Local Sports
Interim WHS Coach Brandt Schuckman Won't Seek Job on Permanent Basis
The interim coach at Washington High School will not take the job permanently. Coach Brandt Schuckman is stepping down after taking over at mid-year for the Hatchets. Schuckman pointed bo both family responsibilities and business interests as his reasons for not seeking the job permanently. He went 7-3 in his interim...
Mar 12, 2026
Former Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly retires
Former Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly has announced his retirement from the NFL after 10 seasons. The Colts selected Kelly in the first round of the 2016 NFL Draft. He went on to start 121 games and earn four Pro Bowl selections during his time in Indianapolis. Kelly spent his final season with the Minnesota Viki...
Mar 08, 2026
Sectional Championship Sports Report Update
Linton Stockton---54---Linton Stockton advances to the Regional at 23-4 vs Paoli 26-0 Sullivan---49---Sullivan finishes at 17-8
Mar 08, 2026
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Friday Sports Action Update
Linton Stockton---54---Linton Stockton is now 22-4 South Knox ---48---South Knox finishes at 10-14 Sullivan---59---Sullivan is now 17-7 West Vigo---37---West Vigo finishes at 16-8 Sectional Championship---Saturday 3/7/26---7:00pm Sullivan 17-7 vs Linton Stockton 22-4 Bloomfield defeated clay city 51 to 28 Barr-Reeve to...
Mar 07, 2026
Several ARea Girls Named All-State by IBCA
Several area girls'players have been named to the various IBCA Coaches' All-State teams. In this area, only one player was named as an IBCA senior "Supreme 15" player, as Evansville Central's Maddy Shirley was on that list. Two players were namedf Senior A-State, with North Knox's Lexi Primus and Washington's...
Mar 06, 2026
A Few Changes for Classifications for Next 2 Years
The newest two-year classifications are in, and all four Knox County teams have stayed in the same classes for the coming year. Some area teams have made moves though, especially for football. Among the area moves, Washington is down from 4-A to 3-A for the next two years. Also Sullivan moves up a class, from 2-A to ...
Mar 05, 2026
Rivet Moves On, LHS, NK Go Home on Night One of Sectionals
The Vincennes Linocln Alices were eliminated in a close game at the Hatchet House, as the home team Washington Hatchets dfeated them 38-33. Colton Duke led for LHS with 12, Vincennes Lincoln ends the season at 12-13. The North Knox Warriors were within five, but a 20-8 fourth quarter carries the West Vigo Vikings on ...
Mar 04, 2026
Lexi Primus Invited to Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 Workout
North Knox senior Lexi Primus is one of six players from the area to be invited to the annual Hoosier Basketball Magazine Top 60 workout. Primus is joined by two Washington players-Katie Reed and Shay Hawk-along with Allie Taylor from Princeton, Emily Parker from Boonville, and Bailey Hipe from Reitz. The annual top 6...
Mar 03, 2026
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...
Mar 02, 2026
Boys High School Basketball Action Report
In high school boys basketball action it was barr-reeve defeating bloomfield 49 to 45
Feb 28, 2026
Entertainment News
Fox World News
Kurt Russell reveals why he was 'glad' when son Wyatt turned to acting after hockey career
After his hockey career ended, Wyatt Russell followed his father Kurt into acting, earning praise for his dedication and success in the family business.
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Dolly Parton gives health update at Dollywood after postponing Las Vegas residency shows
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Willie Robertson's wife exposes his 'rebellious' 20s with no beard and no camo
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Morrissey cancels concert after festival noise leaves him in 'catatonic state' from sleep deprivation
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Gina Gershon reveals 'creepy' encounter with man who later murdered Playboy Playmate Dorothy Stratten
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Nicole Kidman's absolute non-negotiable rule for on-screen kisses with co-stars
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Walker Hayes says kids had 'front-row seat' to struggles, including 'alcoholic dad'
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Last person to see JFK Jr. alive reveals chilling premonition about his fatal flight that night
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Brooks Nader addresses Kevin Costner dating speculation
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Katy Perry posts new selfie with boyfriend Justin Trudeau in Instagram slideshow
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Transactional partners: How 200-year distrust shapes Russia's response to the Iran conflict
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US offers $10M reward for info on Iran's new supreme leader, top IRGC officials
The U.S. is offering a $10 million reward for intel on Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei and IRGC officials accused of attacks against Americans.
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Iranian drone attacks strain US air defenses as Ukraine pitches low-cost interceptors
The rapid spread of low-cost Iranian Shahed drones is forcing the U.S. and its allies to use expensive missile defenses to counter mass attacks.
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Iran deploys explosive 'suicide skiffs' disguised as fishing boats in Strait of Hormuz
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Iran moves hundreds of millions in crypto during nationwide internet blackout, report reveals
A new report claims Iran's IRGC moved hundreds of millions in cryptocurrency during an internet blackout, suggesting sophisticated sanctions evasion operations.
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Inside the Israeli drone unit taking on Iran and Hezbollah
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Transgender triple killer removed from home with 2 foster children months after authorities were notified
Australian authorities apologize after two foster children lived with a transgender convicted triple killer for months, calling the situation "entirely unacceptable" and "terrible."
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Trump warns of Iranian 'sleeper cells' as Canada is accused of harboring regime operatives
Canadian Conservatives slam Liberal government for allegedly allowing hundreds of Iranian regime officials to remain despite known security risks.
Mar 12, 2026
China passes 'ethnic unity' law in push for assimilation
China has passed a new law promoting ethnic unity and national identity, formalizing policies on integration and development in minority regions.
Mar 12, 2026
Israel hits back after coordinated Iran-Hezbollah missile, drone strikes, urges Beirut to rein in terrorists
Hezbollah fired 200 missiles and drones into Israel in what Israeli media called an integrated attack with Iran, prompting fierce Israeli Defense Forces strikes.
Mar 12, 2026





