Category Archives: Local News
Staffing Shortages Force Temporary Change to Knox County Recycling Operating Hours
Knox County Recycling is making a temporary change to its Wednesday operating hours. Effective immediately, the facility will close at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesdays, rather than at the usual 5:00 p.m. closi...
Apr 15, 2026
Vincennes City Council Establishes Fee for Pet Care at Animal Shelter
Vincennes pet owners will now have to pay fees if their animals are picked up by animal control. The city council approved a new rule that requires owners to cover the cost of care while their pet is ...
Apr 15, 2026
Lawrence County Memorial Hospital Announces Dr. Jacob Lennert as Chief Medical Officer
Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in Lawrenceville, Illinois has announced the appointment of Dr. Jacob Lennert as Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Lennert joined Lawrence County Memorial Hospital in 2024 a...
Apr 14, 2026
Washington Catholic Schools Receive Teaching Innovator Grant to Introduce Kindergarten Students to the Arctic
Our Community Foundation has awarded a $250 second-semester Teaching Innovator Grant to Washington Catholic Schools to support Arctic Adventures: Exploring the Wonders of the Frozen. OCF says the Arct...
Apr 14, 2026
Greene Co. General Hospital Issues Breach Notice to Anthem
Greene County General Hospital has issued a breach notice to Anthem Insurance after repeated efforts to resolve ongoing payment and adjudication issues failed. The hospital reports that Anthem has und...
Apr 14, 2026
Governor Signs Legislation to Boost Housing Production
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has signed a bill into law aimed at increasing housing production in the state. The law requires local governments to evaluate barriers to new housing and report their prog...
Apr 14, 2026
Retired Teacher Stresses Stronger Civics Education in Indiana
Early voting has begun in Indiana, but many residents lack a clear understanding of government due to limited civics education. Retired civics teacher Bobbi Fisher says schools often prioritize math a...
Apr 14, 2026
49th Spirit of Vincennes Rendezvous Slated for May 23rd & 24th
Preparations are underway for the 49th Annual Vincennes Rendezvous, taking place May 23rd and 24th at the French Commons behind the George Rogers Clark National Historical Park. This year's event mark...
Apr 07, 2026
Registration Now Open for America's 250th 5K Celebration in Downtown Washington
Registration is now open for a special 5K run/walk celebrating America's 250th anniversary set for Saturday, June 13th, in downtown Washington. The free community event, sponsored by Daviess Community...
Mar 31, 2026
Daviess County Rural Water Systems to Begin Spring Flushing on Monday
Daviess County Rural Water Systems will commence spring flushing today (Monday) for all customers, continuing until completion. Flushing in the southern area will start at Bussard Road and proceed sou...
Mar 27, 2026
This Day in Country Music
On this day July 24, 1957
Born on this day was Pam Tillis country music singer-songwriter and actress, (she is the daughter of country music singer Mel Tillis). Originally a demo singer in Nashville, Tennessee, she scored the 1991 hit "Don't Tell Me What to Do", and has since c...
Jul 24, 2025
On this day June 24, 2000
Dixie Chick Natalie Maines married actor Adrian Pasdar at The Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas, Nevada for 55 dollars.
Jun 24, 2025
On this day June 22, 2011
Glen Campbell announced he has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. This news came five months after Campbell announced his retirement from the music business.
Jun 22, 2025
On this day June 21, 1976
Reba McEntire married Charlie Battles at the First Baptist Church in Stringtown, Oklahoma. They had their honeymoon in Texas, where they promoted her latest single to local radio stations.
Jun 21, 2025
On this day June 20, 1949
Born on this day in Tuskegee, Alabama, was Lionel Richie, singer, songwriter and one time member of the Commodores. Kenny Rogers scored the 1980 crossover country hit with the Richie written and produced track "Lady". Richie released his tenth studio a...
Jun 20, 2025
On this day June 20, 2007
presented the to Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Don Williams and songwriter Harlan Howard at the Tennessee State Museum in Nashville. Buck Owens received the Jim Reeves International Award.
Jun 20, 2025
On this day June 19, 1954
"I Don't Hurt Anymore" by Hank Snow began a 20 week run at #1 on the Country Best Seller list. Also on the chart, "One by One" by Red Foley and Kitty Wells began a 21 week run at #2 on same chart, managing a single week at #1 later in the year.
Jun 19, 2025
On this day June 19, 2006
Taylor Swift released her debut single "Tim McGraw" the lead single from her self-titled debut album. Swift wrote the song during her freshman year of high school, knowing that she and her senior boyfriend would break up at the end of the year when he ...
Jun 19, 2025