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Thursday, January 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Mayor Brandon Sakbun of Terre Haute designates January 2025 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month to highlight the issue and mobilize community action.  Tribune-Star
  • The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce appoints Jonathan Eilbracht as director of strategic programming and Kenneth Jordan as director of development to enhance local community initiatives.  Tribune-Star
  • The former Vigo County Security Annex is scheduled for demolition as soon as this week, following the completion of preparatory steps including removing flammable items and disconnecting utilities.  WTHI-TV

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A 9-year-old boy in Terre Haute fell through ice and was rescued, highlighting the need for caution on ice during cold temperatures.  WTHI-TV

CRIME NEWS

  • Judge denies bail reduction for Michael E. Baker, charged with reckless homicide after a 12-year-old boy died from drinking a lethal chemical mixture.  Tribune-Star

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Vigo County School Corp. increased its graduation rate from 77% to 84.7% in a year, aiming to improve further and enhance the number of graduates with technical and academic honors diplomas.  Tribune-Star
  • Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's civil engineering students seek community-based design projects for their spring quarter, with project idea submissions due by February 19.  WTHI-TV
  • Ivy Tech Terre Haute appoints Molly Joseph and Tracy Blanc as deans to lead various academic programs, enhancing the college's mission in West Central Indiana.  Tribune-Star

HEALTH NEWS

  • Jay Carmichael, with over 10 years of rural health experience, has been appointed the new president and CEO of Horizon Health, effective Jan. 20.  Tribune-Star

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/28/25

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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.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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