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Speeding Driver Faces Charges in Gibson County

A Gibson County Sheriff's deputy arrested a Florida man Tuesday for driving 97 miles per hour on Interstate 69. The Gibson County Sheriff's Office says 30-year-old Stevenson Pierre was arrested for Reckless Driving. Pierre was later released on bond from the Gibson County Detention Center

INDOT Focusing on Bridge Work This Year

INDOT crews continue bridge work continues across the area this construction season. The work furthers their recent focus on safeguarding the spans on state and federal highways. INDOT's Gary Brian reminds everyone even though the process can be long, in the end, it is worth it. The other major multi-construction sea...

South Knox Schools Details More Info on Riffing Plan

South Knox Schools Superintendent Jeff Cochren now has the authority to make what is being considered a necessary reduction in force. The RIF process will begin soon; Cochren tells us they will need to reduce two faculty and nine staff members for the next school year. The affected faculty and staff will be notified in...

Petersburg Man Facing Drug and Firearm Charges

The Pike County Prosecutor's Office has filed drug and firearm charges against a Petersburg man. 35-year-old Timothy Stelling is facing charges of Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person, Dealing in Methamphetamine, and Maintaining a Common Nuisance. A Habitual Offender sentencing enhancement has also been filed...

City of Vincennes Large Item Collection Coming

The City of Vincennes, in conjunction with Republic Services, is once again offering residents of Vincennes an opportunity to dispose of large, unwanted items at no charge. Two large item disposal days will be held on Saturday, May 30th and Saturday, June 6th. On both days, Vincennes residents may take their large, unw...

Amazon Project Continues Building at 41 Industrial Park

The Amazon distribution center in the U-S 41 Industrial Park south of Vincennes continues moving at a good clip toward completion. The 170-thousand square foot "last mile" center is set for opening by the end of this year. Vincennes Water Utilities general manager Kirk Bouchie has worked with Amazon throughou...

Knox Council Appoints Rich Chattin to Land Use Committee

The Knox County Council has named Rich Chattin to be part of the Knox County Land Use Committee. The board is being organized under the leadership of Knox County Commissioner T-J Brink. The Land Use Committee is being formed to help deal with issues of solar and wind energy plants across the county. It will also cove...

Todd Boger, 61, Washington

Todd Boger, 61, of Washington, Indiana lost his long battle with cancer on May 12, 2026. He was born in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 15, 1965, to the late Bernard and Mary Boger. Todd graduated from Washington High School in 1983. He married the love of his life, Rhonda Hauser, on August 22, 1986. Todd worked as a...

Obituaries

Brian Sanders, 43, Terre Haute

Brian Christopher Sanders, age 43, of Terre Haute, Indiana, passed away on May 7, 2026. He was born on August 18, 1982, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a quiet strength that touched those who knew him. Brian was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and fri...

Suzanne Mardis, 90, Vincennes

Suzanne Mardis, 90, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on May 9, 2026. Born on January 4, 1936 in Bastrop, Louisiana, she was preceded in death by her parents Grimes and Ruth Minyard, her sisters Barbara George and Ramona Holcomb and her beloved husband of 40 years James O. (Rig) Mardis Sr. Sue lived a life ...

Kenny Owens, 83, Vincennes

Kenneth Ray Owens, 83, passed away on May 8, 2026, at Gentlecare Nursing Home in Vincennes, Indiana at 9:05am. He was born on October 22, 1942, to the late Jim Owens Sr and Maxine Owens, in Vincennes, Indiana. Kenny called Vincennes home for his entire life. He used to love to play basketball, softball, and bowling whe...

Sandra Brown, 81, Vincennes

Sandra Kay Brown, 84, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 7:40am at Good Samaritan Hospital in Vincennes. She was born on October 4, 1941, to the late Dorie James Williams and Helen L. Kent in Vincennes, Indiana. Sandra spent her adolescent years growing up in Bruceville, Indiana. She was a gr...

Jerry McClarren, 84, Washington

Jerry Dwain McClarren, 84, went to be with the Lord on April 30, 2026. Born on November 11, 1941, in Linton, Indiana, to Dallas and Wilma (Wells) McClarren, Jerry was raised on the family farm in Worthington, Indiana. As a young boy he helped with dairy cows and field work, was active in 4-H and played the piano at hom...

Kevin Scott Stone Sr., 57, Washington

Kevin Scott Stone Sr., known to most as Scott, passed away on May 1, 2026, in Washington, Indiana, at the age of 57. He was born on March 2, 1969, in Paoli, Indiana, and lived a life marked by the simple joys that made each day meaningful. Scott worked at Perdue Farms, where he was known for his willingness to do his p...

Philip Smith, 74, Vincennes

Phillip C. Smith, known to many as Butch, passed away on April 28, 2026, in Robinson, Illinois, at the age of 74. He was born on October 26, 1951, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to family, service, and the simple joys that made each day meaningful. Butch was a man who valued hard work, loyal...

Virginia Madding, 88, Vincennes

Virginia "Ginny" Lee (Stephens) Whalen Madding, 88, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2026, after a long and beautiful life. Born on December 29, 1937, to Floyd and Ruby (Harmon) Stephens, Ginny lived a life centered around faith, family, and simple joys. She was a proud graduate of L...

James Boyd, Sr., 83, Vincennes

James J. Boyd Sr., 83, of Vincennes, IN passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on April 26, 2026. He was born in Vincennes, IN on March 31, 1943, to the late Samuel and Mary Boyd. James attended Lincoln High School and Olney Central College. He worked for many years as a controlman for Texaco Oil Re...

Brenda Peach, 76, Vincennes

Brenda J. "Wilkerson" Peach, age 76, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on April 17, 2026. She was born on March 27, 1950, in Gibson County, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family and the simple joys that brought her happiness. Brenda attended many schools throughout her life and carried w...

Local Sports

SK AD Beth Robinson to Retire June 30th

South Knox High School will now seek another Athletic Director, following the retirement of Beth Robinson. Robinson's letter of resignation was accepted by the South Knox School Board; it takes effect on June 30th. Robinson is stepping away from the position to spend more time with family. The South Knox School Board...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Thursday

South Knox High School will now seek another Athletic Director, following the retirement of Beth Robinson. Robinson's letter of resignation was accepted by the South Knox School Board; it takes effect on June 30th. Robinson is stepping away from the position to spend more time with family. The South Knox School Board...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Wednesay

In baseball: Vincennes Lincoln gets a four-hit shutout from pitcher Justice Johnson, as part of a 6-0 home win over Jasper. The Alices also got two runs batted in from both Cooper Collins and Nash Ransom in the victory. The Alices plated two runsi nthe first, second, and fourth to secure the win. In softball: The Vin...

Knox County Area Sports Roundup for Tuesday

In baseball: The Rivet Patriots took a 9-2 lead, and held on in the sixth and seventh to defeat South Knox 9-7 at South Knox. Brody Shots got the win on the mound, giving up no hits in 5 2/3 innings of work, but did walk nine in his time on the mound. The only South Knox hit was a single from Cooper Neal in the 7th in...

June 6th Set for Free Physicals for North Knox Student-Athletes

North Knox High School will offer free physicals again for athletic teams in the coming school year. The physical exams will be given at North Knox HighSchool on June sixth from eight to 11 am. The exams will be for North Knox student-athletes entering grades five through twelve. The physical form is required for stu...

High School Sports Report Brief

Sullivan defeated Lincoln 9 to 4

Knox County Sports Recap for Thursady

The Rivet Patriots reversed a 2-0 deficit with four runs in the 4th and 6th to defeat North Central 4-2. Brody Shots and Jayden Thacker combined to strike out ten Thunderburds in the game. Thacker got the win in relief of Shots. Miles Holka had a big sixth inning RBI to secure the win for the Patriots. A grand slam f...

Knox County Sports Roundup for Tuesdy

The Vincennes Lincoln Alices got back on the right track with an 11-3 win last night over Princeton. Cooper Collns had a homer and four RBI to lead the Alices to the victory. Nash Ransom won the game, going one out short of a complete game. He recorded six strikeouts and gave up only one walk for the outing. Northea...

IHSAA Sectional Pairings Set

Here is the IHSAA Baskeball sectional pairings, as drawn yesterday in Indianapolis... IN Class 3A: Jasper (6) G1: Vincennes Lincoln vs. Jasper. G2: Princeton Community vs. Gibson Southern. Bye Game:: Washington vs. Southridge. Evansville Bosse (6) G1: Evansville Memorial vs. Evansville Central. G2: Evansville Bosse vs....

Friday Sports Report Beat Update Track, Softball, Baseball

Baseball Edgewood shuts out Rivet with 3 runs Rivet faces Orleans today at 11:30 The Lady Alioces softball team traveled to Evansville Memorial for a crucial SIAC matchup and came away with an 8-3 win. The win moved them to 6-0 in conference Play. Jaclyn Miller (W) 7Inn 3R 1ER 7H 3K 1BB Olivia Lewis 1-5 Emma Cunningham...

Entertainment News

Fox World News

Granger Smith says fame can become 'poison' after leaving country music for ministry

Singer Granger Smith, who left country music, has an upcoming book, "Poison in the Well: 11 Toxic Beliefs That Kept Me from the Living Water of Jesus."

'Dutton Ranch' star Cole Hauser says Rip Wheeler is a 'throwback to the old school American man'

Cole Hauser says his Yellowstone character Rip Wheeler is a throwback to the old-school American man, built on loyalty, honesty and deep honor.

Jeff Probst's defiant message to 'Survivor 50' critics over Zac Brown backlash: 'I've also got a backbone'

Jeff Probst defends "Survivor 50" against superfan criticism, and said celebrity twists like Zac Brown's visit won't be undone by vocal online backlash.

Bella Thorne stuns in sheer lace bra as she debuts dramatic return to her signature red hair

Bella Thorne turns heads in a revealing sheer lace lingerie look on Instagram while unveiling a striking return to her signature red hair color.

Spencer Pratt fires back at critics over luxe Hotel Bel-Air stay as LA mayoral run heats up

Spencer Pratt escalates feud with critics, alleging safety threats forced him to stay at Hotel Bel-Air during his Los Angeles mayoral campaign bid.

Michael Rapaport doubles down on 2029 NYC mayoral run, vows 'street fight' against Zohran Mamdani

Comedian Michael Rapaport confirms his 2029 NYC mayoral run, saying the only way to beat Mayor Zohran Mamdani is with a "dogfight" campaign style.

Chelsea Handler says 'something's wrong' with men as she rips modern dating culture

Chelsea Handler blasts modern dating culture, says men won't commit because dating apps give them too many options and too little reason to try.

'Squatters' host Flash Shelton slams broken system that hands intruders the keys to your home

Flash Shelton says a 2019 squatter takeover of his late father's home revealed how property rights laws fail homeowners and protect illegal occupants.

Spencer Pratt's mayoral run backed by Paris Hilton, Kristin Cavallari as celebrity divide deepens

Spencer Pratt's run for Los Angeles mayor divides Hollywood as celebrities like Paris Hilton and Kristin Cavallari rally behind his bold campaign.

Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello faces backlash after singing at NYC ICE protest rally

Tom Morello sang Woody Guthrie at the Hands off NYC protest and called the Trump administration an "authoritarian clown show," sparking backlash.

Hamas used sexual violence 'deliberately and systematically' on Oct 7, commission report finds

Investigators say Hamas perpetrators deliberately used sexual and gender-based violence as a weapon during the Oct. 7 massacres in southern Israel.

Trump pledges to raise detained pastor's case with Xi Jinping during Beijing visit as family pleads for help

Pastor Ezra Jin's daughter speaks about her father's detention in China and Trump's pledge to raise his case with Xi Jinping during Beijing visit.

What Xi wants from Trump as Beijing seeks leverage in high-stakes summit

President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping at a moment when both Washington and Beijing are trying to stabilize one of the world's most consequential rivalries.

Iran says its small subs deployed to Strait of Hormuz as expert explains threat: 'Vulnerable to detection'

Iran claims it has deployed small submarines as an "invisible guardian" of the Strait of Hormuz, but analyst says the vessels pose limited strategic threat.

Trump faces split among retired US commanders over whether to resume Iran strikes

Trump says Iran ceasefire is on "massive life support" as retired U.S. commanders debate whether to resume military operations against Tehran.

Islamabad denies sheltering Iran jets, Trump praises Pakistan's mediation as 'absolutely great'

Pakistan denies allowing Iranian aircraft to use its airfields amid U.S.-Iran tensions. President Donald Trump says Pakistani mediation efforts have been "great."

Taiwan watches Trump-Xi meeting for signs China will test US resolve

Experts say Xi Jinping may seek to influence President Trump to make certain concessions over Taiwan in exchange for cooperation on tariffs, fentanyl and global flashpoints like Iran.

Inside the Christian border town in Lebanon that says it survived by defying Hezbollah

Residents of Rmeish, a Christian town in southern Lebanon, say they confronted Hezbollah and blocked them from using the village area.

Trump administration rejects UN migration declaration, says 'mass migration was never safe'

The State Department said it objects to U.N. efforts to "advocate and facilitate replacement immigration in the United States and across the broader West."

Macron takes the stage uninvited at Africa summit to scold crowd for 'total lack of respect'

French President Emmanuel Macron interrupted a youth-focused session at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, calling the disruption "a total lack of respect."

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