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NEW: Man dies Sunday in police shooting; name will be released Tuesday
The identify of a Terre Haute man shot and killed by police will be released Tuesday, along with additional details of the incident.
NEW: Bankruptcy judge OKs GM sale plan, appeal looms
A bankruptcy judge has ruled that General Motors Corp. can sell the bulk of its assets to a new company, potentially clearing the way for the automaker to quickly emerge from bankruptcy protection.
Fifth festivities: After rain passes, Wabash Valley celebrates
Clouds gave way Sunday evening as the Terre Haute Community Band rolled out their “American Salute.” “The band’s playing better than they ever have,” said group percussionist and Honey Creek Middle School band director Steve Humphrey before the show.
Serving up Fourth of July spirit at Billie Creek Village, one scoop at a time
“Tomorrow is guaranteed to no one,” Ray Wolve said inside the Billie Creek Village General Store, strumming on a hand-made dulcimer he was ready to sell or keep, whatever Sunday afternoon might bring.
Inclement weather dampens holiday festivities in Wabash Valley
Rain drizzled onto the empty parking lot pavement as Tabatha Myers prepared lemon shake-ups for no one.
‘Tea Party Patriots’ protest ‘evil and wickedness’
Saturday’s rain might have fizzled the sparklers, but “Tea Party Patriots” loosed verbal fireworks off the Vigo County Courthouse steps nonetheless.
Brazil holiday bash helping worthy causes
Excitement, fun and lots of tasty food for good causes is available today at the Brazil Rotary Club Fourth of July Celebration in Forest Park.
5 percent tuition increase cap recommended for IU, Purdue; 3.5 percent for ISU and Vincennes
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education has recommended tuition and fee rate increases of no higher than 5 percent for the state’s seven public college and university systems.
ISU plans public hearing on tuition
Indiana State University will conduct a public hearing July 10 to receive input on proposed increases in tuition and mandatory student fees.
First Financial acquires Danville assets
As part of a federal government bank closure in Danville, Ill., First Financial Bank, N.A., of Terre Haute has assumed all of the assets of the Illinois bank.
Fairgrounds officials looking to attract, support agribusiness
Wabash Valley Fairgrounds officials seek to start a new business incubator aimed at attracting and supporting agribusinesses.
Mary Roberts selected as 2009 Wabash Valley Fair Queen
ISU Recycling Center accepts electronics beginning Monday
Beginning Monday, Indiana State University’s Recycle Center will accept electronic items as part of its regular recycling drop-off services.
Man who claimed doc ‘locked’ his brain in computer violates agreement
Prosecution has resumed against a Coalmont man who allegedly made threats against a Terre Haute physician, who he claimed “locked” his brain into a federal computer.
Stabbed suspect arraigned on 3 felonies
A Terre Haute man who was stabbed in an alleged domestic altercation, said he plans to hire his own defense attorney to handle three class-D felony charges against him.
Katron Walker set to be sentenced in August
Sentencing for a man who recently pleaded guilty to the 2006 murder of his 4-year-old son has been set for Aug. 24 and Aug. 25 in Vigo Superior Court Division 3.
Sen. Evan Bayh says federal property tax relief enacted two years ago should be made permanent
Federal property tax relief enacted two years ago should be made permanent and caps limiting that deduction should be removed or raised, said U.S. Sen. Evan Bayh in a stopover Thursday at the Terre Haute International Airport-Hulman Field.
Bail reduction denied in alleged rolling meth lab case
A bail reduction has been denied for a Terre Haute man who allegedly led police on a chase while anhydrous ammonia leaked from a rolling meth lab in the truck he was driving.
Hoosier set to blast off aboard Endeavor
When Astronaut Dave Wolf heads into space Saturday morning aboard the space shuttle Endeavor, it will be with a large contingency of Hoosiers watching nearby.
July Fourth is like Christmastime for pyrotechnists
Early July is like Christmas for folks in the business of shooting off big, loud, professional fireworks.
Many activities planned for holiday
Events throughout the Wabash Valley will light up the sky when the sun goes down Saturday night, with a variety of activities set to run throughout the Fourth of July holiday.
Suspects in Alanar case behind bars
A former Sullivan pastor and his three sons are now in the Sullivan County Jail on bail of $1.5 million each after their arrests in connection with what law enforcement officials say is an elaborate fraud that bilked millions from investors through their company, Alanar Inc.
Legislators in Valley not happy with budget
Terre Haute lawmakers in the Indiana General Assembly are not happy with the state’s new budget.
Vigo dropping to one satellite voting site
Just as multiple satellite voting sites were becoming popular with Vigo County voters, those sites will be gone, replaced with just one early voting location at the Vigo County Annex in next year’s election.
Safety campaign targets railroad tracks
Reducing the number of pedestrians in Indiana who are killed and injured around railroad tracks and trains is the goal of a new safety campaign by the nonprofit group Operation Lifesaver.
Authorities urge caution, CARE during holiday weekend
Indiana State Police remind motorists to do their part in making Indiana highways safe during this upcoming holiday.
Last year, five people were killed in motor vehicle crashes on Indiana roadways during the Independence Day driving period. According to Megan LaMade of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, three of those crashes were alcohol related and there were a total of 131 alcohol-related crashes during the July 4 holiday in 2008.
State Police locate, eradicate 120 pot plants along Wabash River
More than 120 marijuana plants growing along the Wabash River were eradicated by the Indiana State Police on Wednesday.
Grace Ellen Roach Hoopingarner
MARSHALL, Ill. — Grace Ellen Roach Hoopingarner, 84, of Marshall, Ill. passed away at 10:17 a.m., Wednesday, July 1, 2009, at Burnsides Community Health Center in Marshall, Ill. She was born Oct. 21, 1924, in Sanford, Ind., the daughter of Preston “Pressley” Jackson Roach and Mamie Edith Montgomery Roach.
Cookout for United Way is Thursday
A new participant in the annual United Way of the Wabash Valley fundraising campaign will host a fundraiser for the agency today.
United Way sets 2009 goal at $1.8 million
A $1.8 million goal has been announced by the United Way of the Wabash Valley for its 2009 campaign, and the organization has already kicked off an early start aimed at raising 40 percent of that amount.
NEW: Manufacturing index shrinks less than expected
A report on manufacturing activity shows the sector contracted less than expected in June, posting its best showing since last August and another sign that a recovery may be near.
UPDATE: Bail for Alanar execs set at $1.5M each
A former Sullivan pastor and his three sons are now in the Sullivan County Jail on bail of $1.5 million each after their arrests in connection with what law enforcement officials say is an elaborate fraud that bilked millions from investors through their company, Alanar Inc.
Union Hospital: ‘All signs’ indicate no deal with Anthem
Union Hospital Health Group is warning patients that “all signs” indicate it will not remain part of the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield health insurance network after July 31.
Median between north, southbound lanes of U.S. 41 removed near 641 overpass
If it seems as though something is missing on U.S. 41 South near the new 641 overpass, there is.

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