Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
Police shot a man who crashed into a squad car after a standoff that began shortly before 6 p.m. Tuesday near Indiana 59 and 42 in Clay County—Dale L.
Evans, 47 of Terre Haute was flown to an Indianapolis hospital.
ZZ Top will perform at The Mill on Oct.
10 as part of The Hoosier Lottery Concert Series, and tickets will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday. This will be the band's first show in Terre Haute since their March 2, 2000 concert at the Hulman Center that drew over 6,000 fans.
The Indiana Department of Transportation announced it will temporarily close Indiana 159 between Blackhawk and Lewis starting Monday, April 28, for a culvert replacement (work is expected to last until late-May and may change with the weather).
Today, the City of Terre Haute launched Safe Streets Terre Haute to reduce traffic accidents & fatalities by asking residents to share safety concerns using an online survey and interactive map.
The project, funded by a $200,000 federal grant, will hold two public forums as it works to finalize a road safety plan this summer.
INDOT is planning a project at U.S. 41 and Dixie Bee intersection to fix traffic backups and reduce accidents—it will add a slotted left turn that cuts conflict points from 48 to about 8.
A public meeting is set for Tuesday, April 22 — details will be shared for upcoming changes.
Drivers in Vigo County face two road closures this month — East Gross Road is closed from McDaniel Road to Doberman Street until April 25 due to flooding damage, while the Dallas Drive and Dearborn Street intersection is shut for culvert replacement until April 22.
Officials said the projects use ARPA funds — closure dates may change with weather conditions.
Gov. Mike Braun launched the Make Indiana Healthy Again initiative on Tuesday — joined by U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F.
Kennedy Jr. and Dr. Mehmet Oz as they signed nine executive orders to change food assistance and student fitness policies. Protesters gathered outside the Indiana State Library as officials introduced their new public health approach.
Midwest Soccer Classic
Friday to Sunday — Vigo County Youth Soccer Association — Entry fees apply — Enjoy a weekend of competitive soccer with 15 fields in action.
Mansfield Mushroom Festival and Car Show
1 PM – 8 PM — Mansfield Village Country Store — Free entry — Celebrate mushrooms with live music, a car show, and delicious food.
American Sign Language Class
6-8 p.m. — Torner Community Center at Deming Park — Check website for costs — Enhance your communication skills with this enriching ASL class.
Steel Dynamics Gravel Grinder
11 AM – 5 PM — Griffin Bike Park — $40 Pre-registration — Experience a Springtime Gravel race with scenic views and diverse terrain.
Paint and Pamper MOM!
6-8 p.m. — The Ohio Building — Cost varies — Celebrate Mother's Day with a creative paint and sip experience.
The Great Pages Circus
7-8:30 p.m. — Vigo County Fairgrounds — $20 for adults, free for kids — Experience an exciting circus adventure fit for the whole family.
Abbi Scott Band Live
7-11 p.m. — Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 157 — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music, jeep show, and family activities as the Abbi Scott Band kicks off the biggest Jeep ride of the year.
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