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Local officials raise awareness for dead trees and branches
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — After the severe weather earlier in the summer, local officials are speaking out about trees in the area. With consecutive years of severe storms in the area, there is a close eye being kept on dead trees or hanging branches that could cause damage to power lines and property. Duke Energy district manager Rick Burger says the public can help by alerting the proper agencies before these trees fall.
Medicaid still short on cash as new budget year begins
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The state’s top money managers on Tuesday said they’re still working under the assumption the Medicaid fund is low but the numbers could change. Indiana’s 2024 budget year ended on June 30. Tuesday’s report contains the final numbers for the state’s coffers at the end of that period. The Office of Management […]
Archuleta announces addition of Cardenas to Sycamore baseball coaching staff
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. – Indiana State head coach Tracy Archuleta announced the addition of Gordon Cardenas to the Sycamore baseball coaching staff in the summer of 2024. Cardenas joins the Sycamores by way of Southern Indiana where he served on Archuleta's staff over the last two years with the Screaming Eagles. He will serve as the Sycamores primary pitching coach as he looks to build on a staff that has gained a reputation as one of the tops in the Midwest over the last few seasons.
VCSC meeting includes many positive updates for Vigo County
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The Vigo County School Corporation Board of Trustees announced a new communication software for the district. It happened Monday at a board meeting. Parent Square is a software, that will allow parents, schools, and teachers to use one application for all communications needs. This free app will allow parents to check […]
Indiana man who self-identified as a Nazi heads to prison after making death threats toward Jewish people
WASHINGTON D.C. — An Indiana man who identified himself as a Nazi will serve time in federal prison after pleading guilty to calling up Anti-Defamation League offices in multiple states and leaving voicemails where he threatened to assault and kill Jewish people. According to the United States Department of Justice, Andrzej Boryga, 67, pleaded guilty […]
Indiana Train Hosting Christmas Themed Murder Mystery Train Ride
When I was a kid my favorite board game was Clue so it's no surprise that now as an adult I love a good murder mystery. If there's a book, movie, or board game that has a "whodunnit" angle, I am IN. I've always thought it would be so much fun to attend a murder mystery-themed event, and this one even takes place aboard a real train!
Indiana physician sentenced to 5 years for Medicaid fraud
A Muncie, Ind., physician has been sentenced to five years for Medicaid fraud, among other charges, Fox59 reported July 22. William Hedrick, MD, who was previously convicted of illegally prescribing drugs, pleaded guilty April 25 in three different cases which include unlawful dispensation of controlled substances, Medicaid fraud, obstruction of justice, and harassment.
Sycamores picked 10th, Blackwell & Ollendieck named MVFC First Team
TERRE HAUTE, In. (WTWO/WAWV) — Indiana State Football has been picked to finish 10th out of 11 teams in the MVFC Preseason Poll released Monday Afternoon. The Sycamores are looking to bounce back after a 1-10 season in the league in 2023. Safety Maddix Blackwell and linebacker Garrett Ollendieck have been named to the MVFC […]
Disaster Loan Outreach Centers open in Monroe and Vigo counties
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Residents and businesses across Monroe, Vigo, and neighboring counties in Indiana may now apply for low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration following severe storms that hit the area on June 25, the SBA announced on Monday. The SBA is collaborating with the Indiana Department of Homeland Security to establish […]
Information about certification deadlines for the Democratic nominee
INDIANAPOLIS— The Indiana Secretary of State’s Office is providing information regarding certification deadlines for the Democratic nominees for president and vice president. For the General Election (November), September 10, 2024, at noon Indianapolis time, is the deadline for the Indiana State Party Chair of the Democratic Party to...
Former VP Mike Pence says Biden 'made the right decision' by withdrawing from 2024 race
Former Vice President Mike Pence on Monday said President Joe Biden “made the right decision for our country” following Biden’s decision to withdraw from the 2024 presidential race this weekend. Pence, in a post on X, said he thanked Biden for “putting the interests of our Nation ahead of his own.” ...
Hoosiers react: Yogi Ferrell, head coach Adam Ross discuss Assembly Ball's win over Men of Mackey in TBT
Indiana basketball's alumni team, Assembly Ball, advanced to the Sweet 16 in The Basketball Tournament with a 68-55 win over Purdue's alumni team, Men of Mackey on Sunday night at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. After the game, former IU star and Assembly Ball guard Yogi Ferrell and head coach Adam...
Sendoff party held for ‘Miss Indiana USA’ ahead of ‘Miss USA’ competition
ELKHART, Ind. (WNDU) - A grand sendoff was held Sunday night for Elkhart County’s very own 2024 Miss Indiana USA Stephanie Sullivan as she leaves for California next week. The party took place at Michael’s Italian Restaurant in Elkhart — a place that Sullivan and her family have frequented for a bite to eat for more than 15 years.
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