Local News
UPDATE: Names Released in Fatal Pike County Accident
A woman and her eight-year-old daughter were killed Saturday evening in a crash in Pike County. They have been identified by family as Amanda Wertman and her daughter Michaela. They were heading home to Pike County from a Girl Scout trip to Holiday World when the crash happened, and four other children suffered critica...
13h ago
Even with Hot Weather, Energy Assistance Apps Availability Is a Month AWay
The PACE Community Action Agency will start taking applications for its Energy Assistance program again on October first. The assistance is for those in need who meet income guidelines. PACE's Courtney Welage says a large number of applicants submitted forms to get the energy credit. Welage reminds everyone their assi...
19h ago
City Waiting on Utility Work to Finish CCMG Paving
The City of Vincennes is awaiting the end of a utility project before completeing its Community Crossings Matching Grant work for this year. The City of Vincennes recently received an added C-C-M-G allotment. That followed a decision by the Indiana Department of Transportation to release a bonus funding round for munic...
19h ago
Motorbiker Killed in Schoolhouse Road Crash
A Knox County man died Saturday in a motorcycle crash in the area of 30-61 South Schoolhouse Road. 61-year-old Paul Emmons lost control of his motorcycle on a curve and was thrown from his bike. He was not wearing a helmet at the time. &ensp...
19h ago
I-69 Accident Leaves Two Dead in Greene County
Indiana State Police are investigating a double fatality crash Saturday on southbound I-69 at the 93-mile marker in Greene County. Both northbound and southbound lanes were closed during the investigation and cleanup. No names, o...
19h ago
U-S 41 Work at Willow Street One Day Away
Beginning tomorrow, construction will start on the Willow Street exit off Highway 41 southbound. The work is part of a project to widen both sides of the exit ramp to accommodate larger vehicles and make the turning movement more accessible. ...
19h ago
Two Killed in Two-Car Weekend Crash in Pike County
Indiana State Police are investigating a two-vehicle crash Saturday in Pike County resulting in two fatalities and four juveniles being critically injured. It happened on State Road 64 near County Road 1000 East. &ensp...
19h ago
Identities of Three Arrests Revealed in Sullivan Burglary
Sullivan Police released details over the weekend concerning three arrests made early last week after officers responded to a report of a burglary and theft from a residence on Indiana Avenue. After obtaining a search warrant for the residence, pol...
19h ago
Obituaries
John Gilbert, 69, Loogootee
Johney Ray "John" Gilbert, 69, of Loogootee, Indiana, passed away on August 22, 2026, at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana, surrounded by his loved ones. John was born on April 7, 1957, in Washington, to John and Evelyn Gilbert. He graduated from Loogootee High School. He worked at Jasper Engine...
Aug 27, 2026
Emil "Sam" Williams, Vincennes
Emil Francis Williams Jr. lovingly known as Sam went to be with the Lord on August 26, 2026. Born to Emil "Newt" and Dorothy Williams in Vincennes, Indiana, he was the oldest of twelve and was naturally a leader with a work ethic like no other. Sam graduated from Central Catholic High School in 1957. After gr...
Aug 27, 2026
David Oliver, 84, Washington
David Bliss Oliver, age 84, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on August 23, 2026. He was born on September 20, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived a life marked by service, devotion to family, and a warm sense of humor that touched everyone who knew him. David graduated from high school and later answered the call ...
Aug 27, 2026
Pete Carter, 89, Vincennes
Peter "Pete" Carter, 78, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2026. He was born in Vincennes on May 21, 1948, to the late Buell and Frieda Carter. Pete graduated from Lincoln High School in 1966 and attended Vincennes University. On June 18, 1972, he married the love of his life, Marcia...
Aug 26, 2026
John Newkirk, 60, Sandborn
John Ausman Newkirk, beloved father, brother, grandfather and uncle, passed away on August 22, 2026 at 12:53 p.m. at the age of 60 with family at his side. John was born on August 21, 1966 in the country outside of Sandborn, Indiana to Eugene and Deloris Eloise (Ausman) (Cone) Newkirk. He grew up in Sandborn and Edwa...
Aug 25, 2026
Kay Halter, 79, Vincennes
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Kay Frances Halter, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, who departed this life peacefully on August 19, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on October 6, 1946, in Vincennes she is the daughter of Elmer and Alberta (Cleghorn) Cunningham. She married Richard Halter on Aug...
Aug 20, 2026
Dr. Roy Vincent Green, 82, Ft. Myers, Florida
Dr. Roy Vincent Green, 82, of Fort Myers, FL, passed away on December 25, 2025, at HealthPark Medical Center. He was born on January 2, 1943, in New Orleans, Louisiana, the first born son of Stafford Freemont "Monty" Green and Martha "Marty" Carlock Green. Roy grew up in Washington, Indiana, where h...
Aug 20, 2026
Patricia Kirchoff, 88, Bicknell
Patricia "Clinton" Kirchoff, age 88, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on August 16, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. She was born on February 20, 1938, in Ayr, Scotland, to her parents, John and Isabella "Brown" Clinton. Patricia spent her early years in Scotland, where she attended university. Patrici...
Aug 17, 2026
Michael Ray Held, 80, Freelandville
After 80 years of good jokes, great crops, and endless love, Michael "Mike" Ray Held tipped his hat to a life exceptionally well-lived on Friday afternoon, August 14, 2026. Passing away peacefully at his home outside Freelandville, Indiana, Mike officially traded in his tractor keys for a front-row seat to th...
Aug 17, 2026
Philip Mendenhall, 86, Vincennes
Philip Ray Mendenhall, 86, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on August 14, 2026, in Vincennes. He was born on March 17, 1940, in Washington, Indiana, to the late Bertha Burch Mendenhall and Roy Mendenhall. Philip lived a life marked by service, hard work, and devotion to the people and places he loved. He proudly serv...
Aug 16, 2026
Local Sports
Friday Night Lights Report Update
Friday Night Lights Report North Knox wins over Eastern Greene 60 to 14 Northview took down Vincennes Lincoln 49 to 14 Monrovia shuts out Linton 40 to 0 Princeton defeats Pike Central 32 to 12
Aug 29, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
Around Knox County: In Volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans won in 3 games over Robinson 25-15, 25-23, and 25-25. The Lady Spartans were led by six kills each from Janet West and Natalie West, along with 11 service points from Makayla Carie. The North Knox Warriors lost in three sets to Northeast Dubois. The Lady...
Aug 28, 2026
Knox County Teams Face Week 2 of the High School Football Season Tonight
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices take a 1-0 record into Brazil tonight to face the Northview Knights. This is the Alices' first ever game in the Western Indiana Conference. Kickoff time is 7 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors take an 0-1 record into their first Southwest Conference game of t...
Aug 28, 2026
Cooper Collins Named to USA Under 18 National Team
Vincennes Lincoln senior catcher Cooper Collins is one of 20 players to represent the United States in the Pan American championships October 22nd to 29th. The tournament will be held in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic that week. The tournament is also a qualifier for the Under 18 World Championships, planned for C...
Aug 27, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesday
In volleyball: The South Knox Lady Spartans took a five-set win over Washington. The Lady Spartans dropped the first two games, but won the next two and took the deciding fifth set, 15-10. Brooklyn Flanigam had a triple double for South Knox, with 21 digs, 17 poins, and 13 assists. Makayla Carie also recorded a triple...
Aug 25, 2026
Middle School Weekend Wrapup
In Middle School action: The Clark Middle School boys' soccer team defeated Mount Vernon 10-1. Kelan Stein scored three goals, with Kellen Hartman also added three of his own. Eli Leffler also added two goals, with one each from Sammy Ubaldo and Carson Riley. The Clark Middle School runners ran at Boonville on Saturd...
Aug 24, 2026
LHS Fifth in Boonville Cross Country Race; South Knox 10th, Washington 14th
The Vincennes Lincoln Alices gained a fifth place finish in the 21-teram Boonville Cross Country Invitational on Saturday. Tell City won the meet, with Heritage Hills second. South Knox finish second, while Washington was 14th. Two LHS runners finished in the top ten, with Gage Williams fifth and Brody Francis tenth.
Aug 24, 2026
Friday Night Lights Report
Eastern Greene defeated Pike Central 41 to 12 Riverton Parke shut out Linton 21 to 0 Sullivan beat North Knox 41 to 7 Vincennes Lincoln defeated Terre Haute South 7 to 6
Aug 22, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Friday
Home openers are on the calendar for both Knox County football teams tonight. The Vincennes Lincoln Alices start tonight with a non-conference game at Inman Field against the Terre Haute South Braves. Kickoff time is 7 pm; you can hear the game on 92.1, WZDM. The North Knox Warriors also open at home tonight, as they ...
Aug 21, 2026
Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday
Around Knox County: In volleyball: The North Knox Lady Warriors defeated Dugger Union in five games. The two split the first foursets, with North Knox winning the decisive fifth set 15-12. The Lady Warriors go to 1=0 on the year with the victory. In soccer: The Rivet Lady Patriots tied Sullivan 1-1 at Saint Vincent F...
Aug 20, 2026
Entertainment News
Fox World News
Trump calls Hollywood a 'total disaster,' pushes federal tax incentive for film after meeting with Jon Voight
Jon Voight previously met with Trump at Mar-a-Lago to push a federal tax incentive aimed at reviving domestic film production and saving Hollywood jobs.
4h ago
'Landman' star Michelle Randolph rocks white bikini months after going Instagram official with Glen Powell
Michelle Randolph shared a white bikini top mirror selfie on Instagram, showing off her effortlessly casual off-duty style between projects.
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Mel Gibson apologizes for mocking ASL interpreter, blames 'spontaneous thoughtless idiocy'
Mel Gibson apologized after video showed him allegedly mocking an ASL interpreter at Fan Expo Canada, calling it "spontaneous thoughtless idiocy."
6h ago
Lionel Richie hospitalized in St Louis after summer of health scares and canceled concerts
Lionel Richie was hospitalized Monday in St. Louis after performing at The Muny, marking the latest in a string of summer health scares for the star.
7h ago
Carrie Underwood honors Dolly Parton's faith and legacy during emotional concert tribute
Carrie Underwood fought back tears while honoring Dolly Parton at Tanglewood Music Center, and shared what the country music legend meant to her.
8h ago
Bon Jovi gives fans their money back after health issue forced early end to Madison Square Garden show
Jon Bon Jovi is offering full Ticketmaster refunds after the singer was forced to cut short his July 23 Madison Square Garden residency show.
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Kelly Osbourne says she 'wasn't well' while facing harsh scrutiny, body-shaming after dad Ozzy's death
Kelly Osbourne says she "wasn't well" when online critics attacked her appearance while grieving Ozzy Osbourne, calling it a "special cruelty."
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Debi Mazar says 'Entourage' set 'got toxic' after she returned from having her second daughter
Debi Mazar says the "Entourage" set became "toxic" and she felt judged for her weight after returning to the HBO show after having her second daughter.
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Melinda French Gates stuns festival crowd, pledges to match Olivia Rodrigo's fundraising for $20M haul
Melinda French Gates pledged to match every donation at Olivia Rodrigo's Daisy Chain Fields festival, doubling the fundraising total to $20 million.
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Queen Camilla puts past differences with Prince Harry aside as King Charles seeks closer family ties: experts
Queen Camilla reportedly offered Prince Harry tea with a "fixed smile" at the secret Highgrove House meeting ahead of the Sussexes moving to the U.K. prioritizing King Charles III's welfare.
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Roughly 80 Americans still unaccounted for after Himalayan disaster kills 903, officials say
Nepal and China's death toll climbed to 903 as roughly 4,200 people remained unaccounted for following the devastating flood and debris flow.
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New report exposes intact Iranian bunker that may hide regime's ongoing nuclear work
The bunkered Natanz structure was built between 2010 and 2017, raising urgent questions about Iran's uranium enrichment capabilities after two wars.
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Putin unleashes new fury on Ukraine as report exposes fear hanging over war's end
Russia launched nearly 1,500 drones in four days as Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Moscow aims to exhaust Ukraine, with daytime attacks now disrupting Kyiv.
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Parkgoer airlifted after Batman roller coaster incident leaves man with fractures to both legs
A 49-year-old visitor was airlifted to a hospital after suffering fractures in both legs on a Batman-themed roller coaster in Spain, lcoal reports say.
Aug 31, 2026
Nicolás Maduro flashes peace signs in first prison photos since US capture in Caracas
Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro appeared in his first photos from a New York prison, smiling as he awaits trial on federal drug trafficking charges.
Aug 31, 2026
Billions in US aid to Ukraine under microscope as corruption rocks Zelenskyy's inner circle
Over 24 federal agencies oversee billions in U.S. defense aid to Ukraine as Zelenskyy dismisses officials amid widening anti-corruption probes, expert says.
Aug 31, 2026
Ex-Pentagon official urges US to 'squeeze' UK on defense amid Falklands furor
Morgan Murphy says U.S. neutrality on Falkland Islands sovereignty is unchanged but warns Washington may squeeze Britain on NATO defense spending.
Aug 30, 2026
USS George Washington captain says morale is high for new Mideast mission
Ship's commanding office says morale is high on the USS George Washington as it replaces the USS Abraham Lincoln in the Middle East.
Aug 30, 2026
Switzerland rave shooting kills 1, injures 5 as police hunt those responsible
A 22-year-old woman was killed and five others wounded at the Aarau Rave in northern Switzerland as police launch a large-scale search operation.
Aug 30, 2026
Muslim jail gangs said to force conversions on prisoners in UK: 'Jihadist training camps'
Reports of forced conversions in British prisons have renewed alarm over extremist gang influence. Officials say faith-based coercion will not be tolerated.
Aug 29, 2026
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