United Way grant money set to help local kids stay active
The United Way of the Wabash Valley is providing a second grant to help keep students active.
Posted: May 13, 2021 7:23 PM
Posted By: Staff Report
WABASH VALLEY (WTHI) - The United Way of the Wabash Valley is providing a second grant to help keep students active.
In total, $30,000 will be distributed to several local schools and organizations across the Wabash Valley. The money comes from the United Way s Youth Success Impact Council.
The aim is to help keep students active and involved in school.
The grants help those in kindergarten through 12th grade who struggle with attendance or staying engaged in class.
Two men charged in Friday afternoon Terre Haute shooting
Two people will face charges in connection to a Friday afternoon shooting in Terre Haute.
Posted: May 14, 2021 12:58 PM
Updated: May 14, 2021 9:31 PM
Posted By: Chris Essex
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTHI) - Two people will face charges in connection to a Friday afternoon shooting in Terre Haute.
Police responded to reports of a shooting near 15th and Walnut Streets. According to police, the shooting victim received non-life-threatening injuries.
Police arrested 17-year-old Javier Jamerson and 18-year-old Damien Swinson, both of Terre Haute.
Both men are facing charges of aggravated battery, robbery, and resisting law enforcement. Jamerson faces an additional charge of pointing a firearm.