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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 […]
Speech Experts Really Don’t Like How You’re Saying ‘Illinois’
There are rebels in our midst that are saying what should be an obvious word incorrectly. It's such a problem that the speech experts have issued a warning to everyone that has managed to say "Illinois" incorrectly. I'm a live and let live kind of person. If you want to...
Terre Haute's civil rights commission condemns vandalism of Juneteenth mural
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - The group tasked with overseeing civil rights efforts in Terre Haute is condemning the recent vandalism of a Juneteenth mural. The Terre Haute Human Relations Commission says they are "extremely troubled" by the act. This comes after someone did burnouts on the mural in the...
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 […]
Teen struck by fire department truck has died
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — 3rd Update: The Prairieton Fire Department has released a statement to the family of 17-year-old who died after being hit by a fire department truck Wednesday. 2nd Update: The Vigo County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the 17-year-old male who was flown to Indianapolis after being hit by a pickup truck […]
Sprintacular Weekend on Tap for USAC Sprints July 5-6 at Lincoln Park Speedway!
Putnamville, Indiana (July 4, 2024)………It’s the most Sprintacular time of the year!. The post-Independence Day boom takes us to not one, but two-straight USAC AMSOIL Sprint Car National Championship events on Friday-Saturday night, July 5-6, at Putnamville, Indiana’s Lincoln Park Speedway. The 5/16-mile dirt oval...
'Indianapolis welcomes you': Immigrants become US citizens on the eve of July 4th
Felix Baum works just above the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office. Every day, he sees people coming in, nervous for their immigration interviews. Baum can relate. While he’s lived in the United States for over a decade, over the last few months, he’s been going through the naturalization process.
Wabash Valley fourth of July mile run returns
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – Despite a wet morning, some local runners continued a fourth of July tradition in Terre Haute. The Wabash Valley Road Runners held their annual fourth of July mile run outside Memorial Stadium. Road Runners president Mike Morris says the tradition spans decades and has now reached several generations of runners.
Vincennes Fourth of July Celebrations
Thursday evening marks the annual Fourth of July Celebration at and around Patrick Henry Square in Vincennes. Fourth of July activities start ramping up downtown with the annual Fourth of July parade staring at six that evening, and ending with fireworks over the Wabash River at dusk. The City Fire...
TPA Park Fourth Of July Festivities Postponed Until 1 p.m. Today
The Frankfort Parks Department announced that the Fourth of July Festival at TPA Park will experience some delays with activities beginning at 1 p.m. with the evening schedule currently set to continue as set. The festivities kicked off with a Pound and Zumba class from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.,...
Silver Alert canceled for missing 83-year-old man from Kokomo
KOKOMO, Ind. (WPTA) - ISP officials say Umbarger has been found, the Silver Alert has been lifted. Indiana State Police (ISP) officials are asking for the public’s help finding a 83-year-old man recently reported missing out of Kokomo. ISP says James Umbarger was last seen around 2 p.m. on...
The Indiana Pacers are banking on growth in 2024-25
The Indiana Pacers didn't have the means to go out and take swings in free agency. Looking at the history of the franchise, that's not something they do much anyway. Indiana typically isn't a free-agent destination so they don't have a lot of cap space most offseasons. After re-signing Pascal...
It’s time to work together for HSE
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Muncie police chase leads to fatal crash; Suspect arrested
MUNCIE, Ind. (WISH) — The Madison County Prosecutor’s Office filed charges against a woman who led police and deputies on a chase in Muncie that resulted in death and the loss of a fetus. According to the Madison County Prosecutor’s Office, 40-year-old Olivia LaRue faces a litany of charges: – Resisting Law Enforcement Resulting in […]
Henry Breeding Farm hosts inaugural ‘FarmJam’
EDINBURGH, Ind. – The Bartholomew County Historical Society presents “FarmJam 2024” on Saturday, Jul 13, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Historic Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. County Road 100W, in Edinburgh. Gates open at 5:30. Admission is $15 per car, in advance, and tickets are...
2024 Stars and Stripes Celebration Information
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — The 2024 Stars and Stripes celebration kicks off at 5 p.m. on July 4th at Riehle Plaza in downtown Lafayette. According to a news release from the city, the celebration is still on for tonight and weather should not impact the event. Here is the...
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