Morgan Carter was named as the 2026 Knox County Fair Queen last night at the Vincennes University Pavilion. The 18 year-old Carter is the daughter of Brad and Elizabeth Carter of Vincennes. Iva Summers was first runner-up, with Chloe Decker as second runner-up. Third runner-up was Lauren Candler, with Samantha Fergus...

The swine take center stage today as the featured activity of Day Two of the Knox County Fair. The Fair continues through Saturday at the Fairgrounds in Bicknell. Other judging today includes dog obedience, and the sheep judging this afternoon. The Pedal Tractor Pull will happen in the V-U Pavilion late this afternoon...

Hot weather so far this summer has brought the issue of dog care to the front of many people's minds this year. Various hot days with resultant humidity make it necessary to keep pet hydration in mind. Vincennes Animal Shelter director Angie Stanley says they have had reports of dogs being left outside in brutally hot...

Work on the Hart Street overpass continues, even as the opening of the school year draws closer. Vincennes Community School students will head back to class in the first week of August. Much of the work on Hart Street is dedicated to keeping at least two lanes of traffic open. INDOT's Gary Bryan Bryan warns Hart Stre...

Vincennes Water Utilities crews will do more hydrant flushing tonight in another section of the city. Flushing tonight will begin at eight p-m in an area bordered by State Street, Niblack Road, 13th Street, and 14th Street. It will last until around four Tuesday morning. This in flushing areas could see a drop in wat...

Illinois State Police have arrested a Flat Rock suspect in the 12 year=old shooting case of a Knox County man. According to WTYE in Robinson, Illinois State Police arrested 46-year-old Matthew Miller for First Degree Murder following an "extensive investigation." That probe was into the shooting death of 74-...

The Indiana Department of Transportation will close part of State Road 56 near Hazleton starting today. The work will affect 56 from Dead Level Road and Cutoff Road. The work will allow for a small structure replacement project. The detour will use U-S 41, State Road 64, and State Road 65. The closure will run through...

PACE Community Action Agency's health Connection is preparing for another two-month drive to collect feminine hygiene articles for giveaway. The collection will be for schools in the six-county Health Connection area. The drive will begin in August, and continue through September. They will collect various menstrual c...

 Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Lawrenceville, Illinois says it has expanded its partnership with Integritas through the launch of its hospitalist services.       Integritas has provided emergency department physician staffing services to Lawrence County Memorial Hospital since ...

New data from the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration shows more Hoosiers are turning to the state's 988 suicide and crisis lifeline.       The data shows nearly 138,000 calls were made to the hotline between June 2025 and May 2026.       Officia...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

North knox grad Clint Roesler has stepped down from the head coaching position at Mitchell following two years on the job. He has left the position to take an assistant coaching spot with Vincennes University. Roesler was hired on at Mitchell in 2024 to lead their boys' basketball progam. He will start as a Trailblaz...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

It was a Ohio Valley Regional sweep for the South Lexington Crush, as thei win both titles yesterday at the Vincennes Cub League complex. ' In the 9 and under title game, the Crush defeated the Vincennes All-Stars 8-7. The Vincennes team got the final by defeating Valparaiso Blue in the semifinal, and South Lexington ...

Timothy James Burris, known to many as Timmy, passed away on July 26, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 62. He was born on January 23, 1964, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a steady, kind presence that will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Timmy was a...

Virginia Elizabeth "Parish" Mincey, age 72, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 20, 2026, in the same city where she was born on August 30, 1953. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was marked by devotion to her family, kindness to others, and a...

Edward Gerald Marando, age 87, of Vincennes, Indiana, passed away on July 19, 2026. He was born on October 29, 1938, in Washington, D.C., and lived a life marked by devotion to family, faith, and service. After school, Edward served in the U.S. Air Force, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and patriotism. F...

Robert J. Behme passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, innovation, and love for his family and community. Bob was born on July 1935, in Evansville, IN the son of Joseph and Mary (Allard) Behme. He married Colleen Adams on June 15, 1963, and she preceded him in death on Septe...

James Riley Blake Jr., known to many as Jimmy, passed away on July 16, 2026, in Evansville, Indiana, at the age of 63. He was born on May 13, 1963, in Bedford, Indiana, and lived a life marked by creativity and an appreciation for the simple joys that made each day meaningful. After attending school, Jimmy went on to b...

Janet "Montgomery" Morgan, age 85, of Washington, Indiana, passed away on July 9, 2026, in Jasper, Indiana. She was born on November 10, 1940, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her work, and the many simple joys that brought her happiness. Janet graduated from high sch...

Miketta Hope Kirby, age 25, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on July 8, 2026, in Bicknell. She was born on October 21, 2000, in Washington, Indiana, and lived a life marked by love, faith, and devotion to those she cherished most. Miketta was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt, granddaughter, and friend whose presence b...

Albert Lee Bement Jr., age 63, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away on July 2, 2026. He was born on July 14, 1962, in Linton, Indiana, and lived a life marked by hard work and devotion to his family. Albert served his country in the United States Army, an experience that reflected his sense of duty and commitment. Followin...

With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Linda S. Hagemeier, Linda was born on June 19, 1943, in Vincennes and she departed this earthly realm on July 8, 2026, at the age of 83. Linda is the daughter of Glenn and Geneva (Sheren) McCrary. She married Michael J. Hagemeier and he preceded her in death in 2006. Li...

Theresa J. Westfall, age 63, of Bicknell, Indiana, passed away on July 5, 2026, in Vincennes, Indiana. Theresa was born on May 21, 1963, to Charles and Emma Joan "Harper" Westfall. She was a lifetime resident of Bicknell, Indiana. Theresa is survived by her son, Jeremy Westfall; her brother, Russell Westfall ...

Joseph M. Hartigan, age 75, of Oaktown, Indiana, passed away at his home on July 1, 2026. He was born on June 2, 1951, in Vincennes, Indiana, and lived a life marked by devotion to family, service, hard work, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life. Joseph & his brothers attended St. John's Catholic Sch...

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry R. Coonrod, who left this world peacefully on July 4, 2026, at the age of 87. Jerry was born on September 8, 1938, in Vincennes, the son of James Robert "Tick" and Mary Frances (Leech) Coonrod. He married Georgianna Johnson on April 22, 1967. For over forty ...