Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Habitat for Humanity in Vigo County is planning to build new homes and rehabilitate old ones for low-income families, with a focus on volunteers and donations for future projects. WTHI-TV
- ➤ In Terre Haute, Indiana, firefighters face increased challenges during cold weather, including slower response times and equipment damage, urging the public's cooperation in snow and ice clearance. WTHI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 9-year-old boy fell into a frozen pond in Vigo County but was rescued by a bystander and is in stable condition at Good Samaritan Hospital. WTHI-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An inmate at the U.S. Penitentiary in Terre Haute died following an assault, with the FBI being notified; no public danger was reported. Tribune-Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Terre Haute Symphony League will host 'Luminous Strings,' a candlelit fundraising concert with music from British rock legends, to support the local symphony orchestra. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Vigo County School Board inducted Christina Crist as a new member, and selected its officers for 2025, aiming to focus on student health, facilities, academics, and athletics. Tribune-Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute Fire Department implements an annual cancer screening program, leading to early detection and treatments that have already saved lives among firefighters. Tribune-Star
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Indiana State Sycamores vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Basketball Game
This event features a competitive basketball game between the Indiana State Sycamores and the Northern Iowa Panthers at the historic Hulman Center.
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Unsinkable Women: Stories and Songs from the Titanic
This event at Indiana State University presents a historical retelling of the experiences of women aboard the Titanic through stories and music.
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Luminous Strings: British Rock Music by Candlelight
Experience a live string quartet performing arrangements of British rock music surrounded by candlelight, complemented by a cash bar and light desserts.
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