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Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Sullivan County's former Breed coal plant eyed for nuclear reactors

Plus, daytime lane closures start on U.S. 41 south of town on or after Nov. 16.

The Today in Terre Haute team2 stories16 sources5 min read

Sullivan CountyTop story

Amazon, AEP and X-energy are studying 12 small nuclear reactors at the former Breed site in Sullivan County

The proposal would put 12 reactors at the former Breed plant site.

12
reactors proposed, in sets of four
Up to 960 MW
for the full 12-reactor plant
About 80 MW
for each reactor

Source: WTHI-TV

If you've wondered what comes next for the former in Sullivan County, a feasibility study is underway. American Electric Power, Amazon and reactor developer X-energy announced Oct. 19 that they're evaluating the site for 12 . No final decision to build has been made, and the companies haven't announced a construction schedule.

Sullivan County Commissioners President Bob Davis sees potential for jobs and a dependable energy source. Kerwin Olson of the Citizens Action Coalition questions the cost, the readiness of the technology and how radioactive waste would be managed.

  • Site: the Breed plant retired in 1994
  • Approvals: regulatory sign-off needed before it could operate
  • Amazon: would be first customer to buy the power, it says

The proposed plant's 960 megawatts is close to one large reactor's roughly 1,000.

Source: WTHI-TV

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Proposed Sullivan County plant960 MW
Typical large U.S. reactor1,000 MW

Separately, the Tribune-Star reports a company is seeking a data center construction manager in Terre Haute. Local officials say that although the ads mention Terre Haute, the job or jobs might be at the already-happening Sullivan County data center.

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Getting Around

Daytime lane closures are set for U.S. 41 at Woodsmall and Jessica drives

If you drive U.S. 41 south of Terre Haute, plan for slower days. The Indiana Department of Transportation announced daytime lane closures at two spots: Woodsmall Drive and Jessica Drive. Crews will close one lane at a time.

Lane closures at both spots are set to run from November to May 2027.

November 2026 to May 2027

NovNDecD2027JanJFebFMarMAprAMayM
U.S. 41 at Woodsmall Dr.
U.S. 41 at Jessica Dr.

2 at once, Nov.–May

Sources: MyWabashValley.com, WTHI-TV

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U.S. 41 at Woodsmall Dr.November 2026 to May 2027
U.S. 41 at Jessica Dr.November 2026 to May 2027

The work is to install a new traffic signal loop under the roadway. We suggest leaving a few extra minutes if U.S. 41 is on your commute.

  • Where: U.S. 41 at Woodsmall Drive and Jessica Drive
  • Starts: on or after Mon., Nov. 16
  • Hours: daytime only
  • Ends: expected May 2027

1 laneof U.S. 41 closed at a time at each spot

The closures are for installing new traffic signal loops under the roadway.

Sources: MyWabashValley.com, WTHI-TV

News Notes

Reopening

Anna's Hands Soul Food and American Cuisine reopens at 11 a.m. today at its previous location, 679 Wabash Ave., with its classic items and some new ones. The owners say getting everything settled has been hectic. MyWabashValley.com

Measles

If you're not sure you're up to date on measles shots, Vigo County Health Department clinic supervisor Robin Maurer encourages you to check your vaccination status and know the symptoms. The CDC count at the time of reporting was 105 cases in Indiana and 5,182 nationally this year, up from 2,289 last year. WTHI-TV

Measles cases nationally have more than doubled since last year.

Source: WTHI-TV

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Last year2,289
This year5,182

Banners

Nominations for the 2027 Black History Month banners are open until Dec. 2. Five new honorees, including the Mayor's Choice, will be featured on the banners displayed downtown. The City of Terre Haute will also hold workshops to help people tell the stories of those they nominate. MyWabashValley.comTerre Haute Tribune-Star

Bobby Moore Street

Athletic Village, a new subdivision just off 13th and Locust streets, dedicated Bobby Moore Street Monday. Moore has served the Terre Haute Boys & Girls Club for 40 years, currently as its CEO, and WTHI has video of the street named for him. Terre Haute Tribune-StarWTHI-TV

Hoops

Dave Mahurin's era at Terre Haute South began with the Braves' first practice, and they open at Evansville Reitz on Nov. 24. Todd Woelfle begins his 19th season leading Terre Haute North, and the Patriots open at Mooresville on Nov. 25. MyWabashValley.comMyWabashValley.com

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Around Indiana

Grants

Five Wabash Valley agencies share part of nearly $300,000 in statewide Duke Energy Foundation public safety grants. Duke Energy said the money will help agencies increase their response capabilities during severe weather and other emergencies. WTHI-TV

Five Wabash Valley agencies received Duke Energy Foundation grants.

AgencyGrant
Vermillion County$20,000
City of Vincennes$10,000
Knox County Emergency Management Agency$10,000
Greene County Emergency Management Agency$10,000
Posey Township Fire$5,000

Source: WTHI-TV

Winter prep

Gov. Mike Braun has proclaimed Nov. 8-14 Winter Weather Preparedness Week in Indiana. The National Weather Service said the goal is to remind Hoosiers of winter weather hazards and how to stay safe and prepared. MyWabashValley.com

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Today in Terre Hauteto me · Tues., Nov. 106:00 a.m.

Sullivan County's former Breed coal plant eyed for nuclear reactors

Plus, daytime lane closures start on U.S. 41 south of town on or after Nov. 16.

The TLDR

  1. Sullivan County site studied for 12 small nuclear reactors
  2. Daytime lane closures set for U.S. 41 at Woodsmall and Jessica
  3. Anna's Hands reopens today on Wabash Ave.
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