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A Parke County restaurant re-opens after 2022 fire
ROCKVILLE, Ind. (WTHI) - It's the start of a new chapter for a restaurant in Parke County. Benjamin's Family Restaurant in Rockville re-opened last week. In 2022, a fire started in the kitchen, destroying the building. Restaurant officials say rebuilding took time due to insurance and building material issues. However,...
Vigo Co. Prosecutor speaks on THC warning to businesses
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Several local businesses must get rid of their THC products to avoid punishment by law. On July 1, Vigo County prosecutor Terry Modesitt sent out a press release banning THC products. He says that the products have been causing problems in the community. “If they are juveniles then they will […]
Terre Haute holds 76th Frontier Day parade
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – The 76th annual Frontier Day Parade in Terre Haute took place despite heavy rain in the morning. The original route was planned for Wabash Avenue, but rainy weather quickly changed the venue to the Vigo County Fairgrounds. Dozens of people showed up to see the horses up close. Wabash Valley […]
City Council to hear presentation on proposed sidewalk projects
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - On July 11th, the Terre Haute City Council will hear presentations from Mayor Brandon Sakbun on two proposed sidewalk projects for the greater downtown Terre Haute area. In an effort to increase public health, Mayor Sakbun has prioritized several key infrastructure and transformational projects. This...
Veteran assistance organization expands employment resources to west central Indiana
There are currently more than 325,000 veterans living in Indiana, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. And though the unemployment rate for veterans is lower than the national rate, the number of unemployed veterans has increased over the last year. An Indianapolis-based veterans assistance organization recently expanded its employment services...
The Vigo County Fair kicks off with an event for its own
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– With the Vigo County Fair being only a few days away the Wabash Valley Fair Association hosted its kickoff. The fair association hosted the event to thank the community members, sponsors, and promoters. The fair will be welcoming back the 4-H-er’s and their families, carnival rides, food vendors, and much more. […]
Vigo County Fair Queen and Princess have been crowned
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– We are just a few days away from the Vigo County Fair. Yesterday at the fairgrounds there were pageants to declare the county’s queen and princess. 11 girls participated in the princess contest, and 9 for the queen contest. Yesterday’s event came after weeks of preparations from those involved. In the […]
Montezuma Park Board holds 11th annual veterans memorial service
MONTEZUMA (WTHI) - People in Montezuma spent part of their holiday honoring veterans. The Montezuma Park Board held a veterans memorial service this afternoon. At the ceremony, the Old Glory Quilters of Parke County presented honor quilts to military veterans. Park Board President Diana Bartlow says it's an honor and...
Southern Vigo County, Farmersburg boil order lifted
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTHI) - A boil order for southern Vigo County and Farmersburg has ended. Indiana American Water issued the boil order after a water main break on U.S. 41 in Vigo County. Indiana American Water issued an alert around 6:30 a.m. Sunday, saying their crews were making emergency...
Portion of Fruitridge Avenue closed for a month
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Drivers in Terre Haute who regularly utilize Fruitridge Avenue just north of I-70 will need to find alternative routes starting Tuesday. According to Right Of Way Utility Inspector Jim Roetker with the City of Terre Haute, the section of Fruitridge Ave. between East Margaret Avenue and Hulman Street will be […]
Nonprofit coming to Terre Haute to help veterans find employment
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - A veterans service group is expanding into Terre Haute. Helping Veterans and Families is partnering with Reach Services. The organization has been active in central Indiana, but this is the first expansion outside of that area. The CEO says Terre Haute has elevated unemployment and...
Registration for VCSC Pre-K programs is now open
VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — With the school year approaching, the Vigo County School Corporation wants to remind parents about their Pre-K program. The curriculum for this program has a play based approached that teaches kids how to properly interact with their peers. Deming Early Learning Center Principal Chrissy Jarvis said their emphasis is developing […]
Some Illinois roads to be reopened ahead of Fourth of July
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) — One Illinois agency is helping travel ahead of the holiday by temporarily suspending several closures. Four million Illinoisans are expected to travel for the nation’s birthday, according to AAA. Many will choose travelling by car, and the Illinois Department of Transportation is opening roads across the state to ease the flow […]
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