West Terre Haute
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🚧 Road Construction Update: I-70 near Toad Hop, Vigo County
The time displayed is local to the original 511 traffic site in Indiana. An update for the residents of Vigo County and commuters on I-70; per a report from a Waze user, road construction is currently underway at 64th Pl, approximately 2 miles west of the Toad Hop area. Those planning to travel through this segment of I-70 should anticipate possible delays and are advised to consider alternative routes or allow extra travel time. Please stay informed on this matter as further developments occur.
Terre Haute trash collection fees to increase 36% this summer
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Residents in Terre Haute should be aware that a 36% fee increase is coming related to trash collection. Terre Haute City Council passed an ordinance during their May 9 meeting that bumps the monthly fee to $15. A $4 increase over the previous rate of $11 set in 2019. The […]
Street closure in Terre Haute
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO-WAWV) – According to a Facebook post from the city of Terre Haute, North 8th Street from Locust Street to the railroad tracks and Elm Street from 7th to 9th Streets will be closed from May 14th at 7AM until May 16th at 4PM for IAW to replace a water main.
Narrow intersection to be expanded in Terre Haute
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun says plans are in the works to address a local intersection. He posted on the Mayor’s Office Facebook Page that the city is aware of the narrow intersection at Hulman Drive and Fruitridge Avenue. Sakbun said the city plans to expand the roadway and add […]
Public hearing regarding Duke Energy rate increases coming to Terre Haute
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Following Duke Energy’s request to raise their rates, the body entrusted with regulating such moves is asking for the public’s opinion. The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission will be holding a meeting in Terre Haute on June 4 to allow residents to voice their concerns or support for the rate increase. […]
Vigo teachers included in Creative Teaching program
FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Two Vigo County educators have been chosen to participate in the Indiana Educator Fellowship for Creative Teaching. The program is about encouraging teachers to use creativity in their approach to in-class instruction. The local teachers who were invited were Mary Dinkel of Fayette Elementary School and Christine Gauer of the Saint […]
Sign outside Historic Indiana Theatre to come down this week
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– The sign outside the Historic Indian Theatre will be taken down later this week. That’s according to Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer, who alongside the Vigo Capital Improvement Board, has been working to revitalize the location. The sign will be taken down on Thursday morning. The new sign will be nearly […]
Terre Haute Chamber holds community census day
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — If you live or study in the city of Terre Haute, two local organizations are hoping to learn more about you and your thoughts on the area. Wednesday the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and the See You in Terre Haute Community Plan organization launched their community census survey. The […]
‘It’s a beautiful theatre,’ Hundreds gather inside historic Vigo location
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)– Hundreds of people gathered inside the Historic Indiana Theatre Tuesday for a “time traveler’s tour” of the property. The event was put on by the Vigo County History Center alongside the “Indiana Landmarks” organization. It included a presentation on the history of the building, as well as a look inside the […]
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