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Ground Broken for 50-Unit Apartment Complex in Loogootee
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Friday for a new 50-unit apartment complex in Loogootee. Oak Street Village will also include a 4,500 square foot childcare facility that will bring 60 childcare seats to Martin County. The development also includes more pickleball courts for the community. Officials say Oak Street Vi...
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Vincennes Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Child Molesting
A Knox Superior Court-One judge sentenced David Wanke Senior to 12-years in the Indiana Department of Correction Friday for molesting his five-year-old granddaughter in July of 2022. The Vincennes man was convicted in a trial in 2023 and sentenced to 60-years in prison. However, that sentence was overturned a year late...
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Body of Washington Woman Recovered from White River
Indiana Conservation Officers are investigating after the body of a Washington woman was recovered yesterday from the White River in Daviess County. Around 9:30 Thursday morning, conservation officers were called to the Maysville Public Access Site after a group of swimmers had two people swept down river. DNR Law Enfo...
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Damage Assessments Underway at Daviess Community Hospital Following Thursday's Severe Storm
Daviess Community Hospital experienced water damage during Thursday's severe storm, much of which was on the first floor. The hospital says teams responded immediately to address the situation, ensuring the safety and comfort of patients, visitors, and staff. As a precautionary measure, outpatient MRI and CT scan appoi...
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Burglary Suspect Found Hiding Under a Mattress
Knox County Sheriff's deputies made two arrests Friday morning after receiving a tip on the whereabouts of 37-year-old Dustin Biehl who was wanted on a burglary warrant. Deputies went to an address on Snapp Street in Oaktown where a woman, 31-year-old Whitney Yarbor, told them Biehl was not there. After obtaining a sea...
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Our Community Foundation Awards Grant to Brotherhood Charities
Our Community Foundation recently awarded Brotherhood Charities a $3,500 grant to support the 20th Century Chevy Annual Car Show. The grant was made possible by the TrueScripts Foundation Fund, a donor-advised fund held by Our Community Foundation. This year will mark the 47th year for the Annual 20th Century Chevy Car...
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Indiana Gas/Diesel & EV Prices (Friday)
The Triple-A Motor Club says the average price of gas in Indiana on Friday stood at $3.20 per gallon, the same as Thursday and 4¢ higher than Thursday's national average. It was also 12¢ higher than a week ago, 7¢ higher than a month ago and 31¢ lower than a year ago. Triple-A reports that the avera...
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Lane Closures Planned for State Road 162 in Dubois County
The Indiana Department of Transportation says intermittent lane closures are scheduled to begin Monday, July 28th on State Road 162 near Jasper in Dubois County. IN-DOT says the lane closures are due to road patching and paving operations. Work is expected to last through mid-October, depending on the weather. Traffic ...
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Lane closures planned for U.S. 41 in Gibson County
The passing lanes of US 41 near the Patoka River in Gibson County are scheduled to be closed Monday, July 21st. The Indiana Department of Transportation says the closures will allow for the construction of a crossover for a future bridge project. Work to construct the crossover is expected to last through the end of Se...
Jul 14, 2025

Road Closure Planned for State Road 68 In Gibson County
IN-DOT says State Road 68 over Hurricane Creek near Haubstadt in Gibson County is scheduled to be closed Monday, July 21st for a small structure replacement project. Work is expected to take two weeks to complete, weather permitting. The official detour will be I-69 to I-64 to U.S. 41. Local traffic will have access up...
Jul 14, 2025

Road Closure Planned for State Road 45 In Greene County
IN-DOT says State Road 45 near Cincinnati in Greene County is scheduled to close Monday, July 21st for a chip and seal project. The closure will take place between State Road 58 to State Road 445 and take a week to complete, depending on the weather. The official detour will be State Road 445 to I-69 to State Road 37 t...
Jul 14, 2025

2025 ILEARN Results Released
The Indiana Department of Education released the spring 2025 ILEARN Assessment Results Wednesday, revealing a continued positive trend in student math proficiency across all grade levels. However, English/Language Arts proficiency remained largely stagnant compared to the previous year, prompting renewed focus on liter...
Jul 16, 2025

Start Smart: Free Back-to-School Immunization Clinic Set for July 26 in Vincennes
The Knox County Health Department is making it easy for families to prepare for the upcoming school year with its Start Smart Back-to-School Immunization Clinic on Saturday, July 26th. The clinic will be held from 9:00 AM to NOON at 328 North 2nd Street, Suite 100 in Vincennes. No Appointment is necessary. Who needs up...
Jul 11, 2025

Conservation Resource Fair September 27th
The Daviess-Martin CISMA, or Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area, is partnering with the Downtown Washington Farmers Market for their Conservation Resource Fair on Saturday September 27th, from 8am-12pm. The family friendly event is free to attend and will be set up in the new Commons Event Pavillion at 310 Ea...
Jul 17, 2025

Vincennes University Collaborates with Walmart to Provide Hands-On Technician Training for Associates
Vincennes University with support from Walmart, is providing hands-on technician training for Walmart associates. The collaboration expands Walmart's Associate to Technician (A2T) program to Vincennes, following a successful pilot in Dallas-Fort Worth. The A2T program offers Walmart associates a unique opportunity to d...
Jul 17, 2025
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Candace Cameron Bure glows in white bikini during relaxing beach day
Candace Cameron Bure shared a photo of herself in a white bikini enjoying a relaxing beach day with a can of Diet Coke and sweet and salty snacks.
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Teddi Mellencamp warns about critical medical oversight in her cancer journey
"Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Teddi Mellencamp claims her doctors had a medical oversight before she was diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma.
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CEO caught on Coldplay concert Kiss Cam stays silent as wave of hoax statements circulate online
Astronomer tech company denies fake apology statement that went viral following Coldplay's Kiss Cam incident where Chris Martin called out executives for an alleged affair.
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Denise Richards' estranged husband fires back at violent abuse allegations
Denise Richards' estranged husband Aaron Phypers responded to claims that he physically abused his wife throughout their marriage.
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Billy Joel admits affair made him feel 'like a homewrecker,’ says he deserved being 'punched in the nose'
Piano Man Billy Joel opened up about falling for his best friend's wife in a new documentary, "Billy Joel: And So It Goes," premiering July 18.
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Rosie O'Donnell uses Irish comedy club set to harp on Trump feud
Rosie O'Donnell addressed Trump's citizenship threat during her Dublin comedy special, explaining their 20-year feud and how her viral response made headlines.
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'General Hospital' star Tristan Rogers diagnosed with cancer at 79
"General Hospital" actor Tristan Rogers, who played Robert Scorpio for over three decades, was diagnosed with cancer at age 79 and is working on a treatment plan.
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'American Idol' exec murder suspect charged in double homicide
Suspect Raymond Boodarian was charged Thursday with the murders of "American Idol" music executive and her husband, who were found shot to death in their LA home.
Jul 17, 2025

Brooks Nader and Lindsey Vonn suffer wardrobe malfunctions at ESPY Awards
Brooks Nader and Lindsey Vonn both suffered wardrobe malfunctions while walking the red carpet at the ESPY Awards, with Nader having a nip-slip and Vonn's dress catching a breeze.
Jul 17, 2025

Coldplay's Chris Martin calls out couple on Kiss Cam, sparking affair accusations
A Kiss Cam moment at a Coldplay concert turned controversial when a couple, who internets sleuths claim are Astronomer executives Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot, were caught cozying up together on the jumbotron.
Jul 17, 2025

Jane's Addiction frontman Perry Farrell fires back after Dave Navarro sued him over violent onstage attack
Perry Farrell claims Jane's Addiction bandmates Dave Navarro, Eric Avery and Stephen Perkins harassed him onstage before filing a $10 million lawsuit against him.
Jul 17, 2025

Steve Miller Band unexpectedly pulls the plug on entire North American tour
The Steve Miller Band announces cancellation of their upcoming North American tour scheduled from August 15 to November 8 citing unacceptable weather-related risks.
Jul 17, 2025

Pilot with 'ideological motive' steals small aircraft and disrupts major international airport operations
A stolen Cessna 172 caused a security incident at Vancouver International Airport, halting operations before the pilot was apprehended and charged with hijacking
2h ago

Russia says NATO threatens WWIII in latest deterrence plan that could take down Kaliningrad 'faster than ever'
NATO's enhanced ground capabilities in the Baltic region spark Russian warnings as military focus intensifies on Kaliningrad and the strategic Suwalki Corridor
6h ago

Police search former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's home, political headquarters
Bolsonaro is also reportedly prohibited from contacting foreign ambassadors and diplomats amid local media reports that police executed search warrants at his home and political HQ.
10h ago

Regional powers clash after Israel targets Syrian territory in defense of vulnerable Druze civilians
Violence in Syria's Druze province has triggered Israeli military action, complicating relations with Turkey and creating a power vacuum that Iran could exploit.
10h ago

UK government to lower voting age to 16 before next national election despite strong conservative opposition
The U.K. plans to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 before the next national election, with opposition claiming Labour is trying to sway the electorate.
Jul 17, 2025

Pope demands ceasefire after Gaza's Catholic church is hit in apparent Israeli strike
Pope Leo XIV renewed his call for a ceasefire on Thursday after an apparent Israeli strike hit Gaza's only Catholic church, leaving two dead and several others, including the parish priest, injured.
Jul 17, 2025

Russia threatens West with ‘preemptive strikes’ as NATO looks to deliver Patriots 'as quickly as possible'
Former Russian President Medvedev calls for preemptive strikes while Trump gives Putin a 50-day ultimatum to reach peace with Ukraine or face sanctions.
Jul 17, 2025

Hamas losing iron grip on Gaza as US-backed group gets aid to Palestinians in need
While the international community criticizes the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, a middle east expert says the U.S.- and Israel-backed organization is taking the power away from Hamas.
Jul 17, 2025

Ukraine's Zelenskyy names new prime minister for first time since Russia's war began
Yuliia Svyrydenko becomes Ukraine's new prime minister amid President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's executive branch shake with Russian war in fourth year.
Jul 17, 2025

Trump urged to aid Yemen's anti-Houthi forces as terror group escalates attacks on shipping
Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have sunk vessels and disrupted shipping routes worth $1 trillion annually, as Middle East experts call for U.S. support of Yemen's legitimate government.
Jul 17, 2025

Rubio says Israel strike on Syrian military headquarters 'likely a misunderstanding'
Clashes between Druze and Bedouin communities in southern Syria prompt Israeli military action as Secretary Rubio expresses hope for de-escalation amid Middle East peace efforts.
Jul 16, 2025

Who are the Druze? Religious group aids Syrian members under Islamist attack, Israeli members offer support
Israeli military responds to protect Syrian Druze from Islamist militants as local Druze citizens cross the border to aid their brethren, prompting concerns from Israeli officials.
Jul 16, 2025