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Two charged after alleged stabbing incident in Terre Haute

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Two people are in custody after an alleged stabbing incident Wednesday evening in Terre Haute. According to a social media post from the Terre Haute Police Department, at around 4 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 2200 block of 3rd Ave after reports of a stabbing. As officers arrived on […]

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Terry Modesitt: 20 Years in Office, One Final Verdict

After nearly 20 years as Vigo County Prosecutor, five terms, and countless courtroom appearances, Terry Modesitt has received a verdict of his own. On November 3, voters chose Johnny Vaughn over Modesitt, 14,116 to 13,340, according to unofficial election results. Modesitt was first elected in 2006 and sought a sixth...

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Police: High-speed chase in stolen vehicle ends with 19-year-old in custody

SEELYVILLE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Friday morning, police said a stolen SUV carrying multiple juveniles led police on a high-speed chase that ended with the driver attempting to steal a police vehicle. According to the Seelyville Police Department, in the early morning hours of November 6, a Seelyville Marshal attempted to initiate a traffic stop on […]

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Addison Koie Was the First Baby Ever Surrendered Under Vigo County's Safe Haven Program, and the Indiana Mom Who Adopted Her Had Struggled for Years With Infertility

Addison Koie was the first baby surrendered under Vigo County's Safe Haven program. Her adoptive mom, Brandi Koie, had struggled with infertility for years. The post Addison Koie Was the First Baby Ever Surrendered Under Vigo County’s Safe Haven Program, and the Indiana Mom Who Adopted Her Had Struggled for Years With Infertility appeared first on parentdiaries.com .

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State road closure could affect Vigo County drivers

The Indiana Department of Transportation is scheduled to close a section of State Road 159/246 in Vigo County beginning November 9 for a culvert replacement project.

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Clay County 4-H Leader Charged With Theft

BRAZIL, Ind. – A former Clay County 4-H leader is facing a felony theft charges. Police say that Travis Nuckols of Brazil allegedly took more than $28,000 from the Horse and Pony Club. It allegedly happened between September 2022 and December 2025 while he was the group’s leader.

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The Hidden Indiana Town Where $1,300 A Month Gets You The Full American Dream

Somewhere between the places everyone talks about and the places nobody mentions, Terre Haute, Indiana has been quietly living its best life. It’s the kind of city that doesn’t feel the need to explain itself, which is either very confident or very humble, and in Terre Haute’s case, it turns out to be both.

Terre Haute, IN · 2d

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Prosecutor-elect Johnny Vaughn speaks on what changes could be coming to the Vigo County Prosecutor’s office

Democrat Johnny Vaughn defeated Republican incumbent Terry Modesitt in the election for Vigo County Prosecutor and is set to take office on January 1st.

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Local clerk-treasurer has been censured

The Farmersburg Town Council issued a formal censure against clerk-treasurer Angela McCullough following allegations of employee misconduct and potential alcohol misuse during work hours.

Farmersburg, IN · 8h

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Mayor Sakbun to announce reelection campaign next week

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — Terre Haute Mayor Brandon Sakbun will hold a press conference next week to announce his reelection campaign in 2027. According to a news release, the press conference will be on November 10 at the Democratic Headquarters, located at 817 Wabash Ave. The press conference will be held at 4:30 p.m. […]

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Local democratic leaders react to the 2026 election results

Democratic candidates secured multiple local victories in Vigo County and statewide during the 2026 elections, including an upset in the prosecutor's race by Johnny Vaughn.

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Vigo Co. Commissioners appoint Mark Elliot to Wabash River Regional Development Authority

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Vigo County Commissioners have appointed Mark Elliot to serve as Vigo County’s representative on the Wabash River Regional Development Authority Board of Directors. Vigo County Commissioners approved Elliot’s appointment during their November 3 meeting. County officials said Elliot will bring extensive experience in finance, real estate development, long-term planning […]

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Veterans will receive a free breakfast on Veterans Day at local McDonald’s

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — McDonald’s restaurants in Terre Haute will be offering current and former military members free food this Veterans Day. Participating McDonald’s locations will offer a meal to all veterans with a valid military ID during breakfast on Wednesday, November 11. The free meal will include one Egg McMuffin, a hash brown, […]

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Charlotte men's basketball wins first game under Wes Miller

Charlotte men's basketball opened its season and Wes Miller era with a 78-70 road win against Indiana State University on Monday, Nov. 2, at the Hulman Center in Terre Haute, Indiana. Fifty-one second-half points, and an offensive outburst from sophomore guard Keyshaun Tillery allowed the 49ers to pull away and...

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Ford Takes On New Role At RJL

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. — Former Indiana State Senator Jon Ford is taking a new position with RJL Solutions’ as it’s Chief Economic Development Officer. Ford will help the firm’s economic development efforts while providing strategic advocacy and advisory services to clients across multiple industries. Ford served...

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Changes could be coming to how the Vigo County Council budget is formed

The Vigo County Council approved a $112 million budget for 2027 on Monday while Auditor Larry Hutchings indicated the county may seek to change its budget formation process in the future.

Vigo County, IN · 2d

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Freelandville's Kellie Streeter Flips District 45, First Knox Countian Since John Gregg

Freelandville's Kellie Streeter is the new state representative for Indiana House District 45, capping a campaign that began with her toppling a 10-term incumbent in the Republican primary. The Knox County Republican followed that win over Bruce Borders with a general-election victory over Democrat Becky Mayfield by more than two to one.

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Wabash Valley Goodwill holds donation pop-ups out of town

CLINTON, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Wabash Valley Goodwill is holding two pop-up donation drives this month. One will take place in Clinton, Indiana and the other in Robinson, Illinois. The event in Clinton will take place on Saturday, November 7th, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. outside the mayor’s office. The Robinson event will take place on […]

Clinton, IN · 1d

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Mollie Wheat Memorial Free Clinic holding free mobile lung cancer screening

The Mollie Wheat Memorial Free Clinic is scheduled to host a free lung cancer screening at the Landsbaum Center for Health Education on December 5.