Local volunteers aiding midwest flood victims Jun 17, 2008
After checking in with Red Cross officials in Indianapolis, they were dispatched to Terre Haute, which experienced extensive flooding this month from the Wabash River. One of nine Red Cross teams with emergency response vehicles working in the city, they were assigned to deliver hot meals about 200 a day to flood victims and recovery workers on Terre Haute s south side. (Scranton Times, PA)
Flooded areas of Indiana could see more rain Jun 15, 2008
The new rainfall posed no immediate threat in southwestern Indiana, where the crest of floodwaters moving downstream on the White River from the weekend storm was nearing the wider Wabash River ... The Wabash River continued to rise downstream at the town of New Harmony, but was not forecast to reach the major flood stage. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Mississippi River Levee Bursts in Western Illinois Jun 15, 2008
In southern Illinois along the Indiana border, Lawrence County authorities say they're closely monitoring a levee along the Wabash River. "It's being monitored heavily," said Stewart Hawkins, an employee in the sheriff's office. (Fox News)
Lawrence County hangs on as rain threatens Jun 14, 2008
In largely rural Clark County near Lawrenceville, heavy rain and water spilling out of the Wabash River this week swamped culverts and about 20 miles of roads, many of them still submerged Thursday, county engineer Jack Ward said. When you get 15 inches of rain in less than week, you re gonna have those kinds of problems, he said. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Floods Could Reduce Corn Supplies, Raise Prices Jun 14, 2008
Flood waters from the Wabash River surround this farm in southwest Ind ... Flood waters from the Wabash River surround this farm in southwest Ind. (ABC News -- Wire)
Midwest flooding adds to farmers' tribulations Jun 14, 2008
Flood waters from the Wabash River surround this farm in southwest Indiana. . (MSNBC -- Business)
Wabash may hit second-highest crest ever Jun 14, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi was measured at 7 a.m. Thursday at 19 ... The Wabash River was measured at 26. (Carmi Times, IL)
Flood leaves Lawrence County without drinking water Jun 13, 2008
The water-supply troubles came just a day after two levees one along the Embarras River, the other by the Wabash River failed, turning some farmland into lakes, inundating a campsite and forcing the evacuation of roughly 200 mostly rural homes ... The Wabash River was at 29. (Olney Daily Mail, IL)
Crest forecasts revised upward Jun 11, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi was measured at 14 ... The Wabash River at Mt. Carmel was measured at 7 a.m. Wednesday at 25. (Carmi Times, IL)
New Harmony offers history, culture, fun Jun 7, 2008
Kahle also noted that while most tourists probably come to New Harmony via Interstate 64 and the new Indiana 69, the recent temporary closing of the Wabash River bridge had a negative effect on New Harmony businesses. Some experienced a loss of up to 40 percent in traffic, she added. (Carmi Times, IL)
More about Harmonie Jun 4, 2008
The day may include hiking or lake fishing in two wildlife ponds or fishing the Wabash River. From Thursday through Sunday, mid-May through August, the Nature Center is open and the Park Naturalist Amelia Wildeman host hikes, programs and crafts. (Carmi Times, IL)
Harmonie State Park could become horse lovers' haven May 28, 2008
I envision a multi-use trail along the winding Wabash River into the town of New Harmony, where a rider might tie up and seek refreshments before riding back to Harmonie State Park to camp. It is a reasonable vision, and with the guidance and joint effort of people like Jerry and Diane, Myron, Harmonie State Park management, Back Country Horseman of Indiana, Dusty Trails Saddle Club and the Indiana Trail Riders Association, our DNR and many others -- this project and more will become reality. (Carmi Times, IL)
COLUMN: We dug into our roots on Decoration Day May 24, 2008
A typical Memorial Day during my youth would start out at Hutsonville, a small town on the Wabash River. It was the town where Dad grew up and toiled as a bachelor before my mother s big brown eyes caught his attention. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Clingan moves on to regional semis May 21, 2008
Seeger finishes the season 15-2 overall, Sectional Champions and Wabash River Conference Champions ... Seeger s record improves to 14-9 overall and 7-5 in the Wabash River Conference. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Wabash Memorial Bridge construction could be completed by year's end May 16, 2008
DANGEROUS WORK - These workers were pictured this week working over the side of the Wabash River toll bridge connecting Illinois 141 and Indiana 62 with their safety equipment in place ... opened a short time ago, giving local residents another option for crossing the Wabash River into Indiana ... The arch-construction bridge over the Wabash River on Indiana 62 was completed in 1956 and last rehabilitated in 1982. (Carmi Times, IL)
Dentists unite to pressure General Assembly for better rural dental care May 9, 2008
The St. Clair Dental Society (117 members), covering the Metro East to Washington County and the Wabash River Dental Society (about 50 members) serve the region. Dentists push for change because they say there's a link between oral and general health. (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Welcome back, old friend! May 9, 2008
Jim Clark of rural Carmi, who heads the White County Bridge Commission, said that an average of more than 1,000 vehicles crossed the Wabash River span during the first four days of renewed operation. One of those vehicles carried James A. Walsh Jr., 92, of rural Carmi, who was one of the first to cross the bridge when it opened in December 1930. (Carmi Times, IL)
Quake a wake-up call for region, WKU geologist says May 2, 2008
The Wabash Valley Seismic Zone isn't one fault but a series of faults along the Wabash River in southern Illinois and southern Indiana. While the quake's epicenter was near West Salem, Ill. (Russellville News Democrat Leader, KY)
Monday, April 28, 2008 News Summary May 2, 2008
It appears that the bridge spanning the Wabash River at New Harmony, Ind. could reopen as soon as Wednesday. (Carmi Times, IL)
Aftershocks likely for a week, big one possible some day Apr 20, 2008
The Wabash Valley zone consists of a number of faults that run parallel to the Wabash River. Those faults are known for their seismic activity, so Friday s quakes were not surprising, Bauer said. (West Frankfort Daily American, IL)
1,200 acres of wetlands set for restoration Apr 17, 2008
(AP) - Twelve-hundred acres along the Wabash River will be turned into wetlands to help preserve wildlife and control flooding ... He presented park officials in Vigo County with a check for $295,000 to help buy land for the new Wabash River National Road Wetland Reservation. (WKRC.com, OH)
The Worst Thing I've Heard Obama Say Apr 14, 2008
population 8,000, sits on a bluff overlooking the Wabash River. It's a pretty little farm townor was, before the Target moved in, wiped out Market Street, and then moved on, like a bad storm. (Slate)
Woman rescued after suicide attempt Apr 11, 2008
was retrieved from a small bank surrounded by water in the Wabash River approximately 200 yards south of the Covington river bridge at about 9:50 a.m. Friday ... Earlier that morning, a call was received by police reporting a car parked on the Wabash River Bridge at Covington. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Wabash may crest today; local flood victims asked to contact Hammell Mar 28, 2008
The Little Wabash River has crested and is beginning a slow fall, but that fall could be delayed if significant rainfall occurs in the Little Wabash basin in the next few days ... The crest of the Wabash River is expected to pass along the eastern edge of White County Friday ... And at Carmi, the Little Wabash River was measured at 7 a.m. Thursday at 34. (Carmi Times, IL)
Rivers still rising Mar 26, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi is expected to crest at 35 ... The crest of the Wabash River has passed Vincennes, Ind. (Carmi Times, IL)
Wabash, Little Wabash expected to crest soon Mar 25, 2008
The National Weather Service said the Little Wabash River at Carmi measured 34 ... The Wabash River at Mt. Carmel measured 28 ... Moderate flooding will continue on the lowest portions of the Wabash River into the first week of April. (Carmi Times, IL)
Gallatin breathes relief, Old Town and New Haven a concern Mar 25, 2008
New Haven is also a concern because the Wabash River is continuing to rise until its crest predicted for Wednesday or Thursday. Galt was headed to New Haven Monday to determine what problems there could be. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
COLUMN:A funny thing happened on the way to my meltdown Mar 23, 2008
I remembered my first view from that high bluff over the Wabash River and the stone wall on the edge of the public park where my dad had attended a Chautauqua when he was a little boy. He used to talk of how he watched a biplane fly off the bluff that day and float like a graceful hawk over the river. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Little Wabash now expected to crest here on Tuesday Mar 22, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi measured 30 ... The Wabash River at Mt. Carmel was measured at 21. (Carmi Times, IL)
Crest Sunday may not be as high as expected Mar 21, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi measured 30. 27 feet at 7 a.m. Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service, and measured 31. (Carmi Times, IL)
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 News Summary Mar 20, 2008
Area rivers are rising, and the National Weather Service predicts a crest of the Little Wabash River at Carmi at the second-highest level ever recorded. Times reporter Braden Willis wraps up his coverage of the Gary Pate murder trial with a summary of other death penalty and murder cases here--and he notes that the state picked up most of the cost of the trial. (Carmi Times, IL)
Friday, February 8, 2008 News Summary Feb 9, 2008
The Little Wabash River at Carmi is expected to crest early next week, but the Wabash at New Harmony won't crest for more than a week. Deaths: Corene Birchler, 89, Carmi; and Valda Bushkill, 76, Norris City. (Carmi Times, IL)
Storms rip through Indiana, most rivers rising Feb 7, 2008
Fountain County emergency management officials went door-to-door warning residents along the Wabash River that if the level continues to rise the may have to evacuate. The National Weather Service said the Wabash will be at its highest flood level since January 2005 and there will be major flooding along the Tippecanoe River. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Storms Rip Through Indiana Causing Major Flooding Feb 7, 2008
Feb. 6: Rising water from the Wabash River starts to cover the dog park signs at Shamrock Park in Lafayette, Ind ... Fountain County emergency management officials went door-to-door warning residents along the Wabash River that if the level continues to rise the may have to evacuate. (Fox News)
Flood warnings cover most of saturated state Feb 7, 2008
Fountain County emergency management officials went door to door warning residents along the Wabash River that if the level continues to rise, they may have to evacuate. Carroll and White county officials urged people along the Tippecanoe to voluntarily evacuate. (Indianapolis Star)
Seeger defeats Rockville in boys' basketball Feb 1, 2008
When Seeger and Rockville faced each other in boys' basketball action on Friday night, they knew the winner would come away with an edge in the race for the Wabash River Conference crown. Once the game ended, that edge belonged to Seeger thanks to a 65-50 victory in a contest that was much closer than the final score makes it look. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Bridge not open Jan 26, 2008
A bridge commission spokesman told The Times Friday morning that repairs and inspections continue, but it may be several weeks before the Wabash River span, which was closed in September, is open to traffic once again. Comments. (Carmi Times, IL)
Wabash River Conference Wrestling Results Jan 15, 2008
Monday, January 14, 2008. Sam Shoaf, Fountain Central, tries to turn Brice Peyton, Covington, in the finals of the 140 lb. class. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
INDIANA FLOODING Lafayette area braces for rising waters Jan 10, 2008
Lafayette: Wabash River at 21 ... Covington: Wabash River at 19 ... The Wabash River was expected to crest this morning in Lafayette. (Indianapolis Star)
Heavy rains cause flooding, evacuations in Indiana Jan 9, 2008
Lafayette city officials were preparing if the rain continues to raise the level of the Wabash River. At noon, the weather service issued a flood warning along the Wabash from Lafayette to Terre Haute. (USA Today -- Weather)
Some bridges in poor shape; Phoenix Foundation receives certificates of need Jan 5, 2008
A Carmi man is upset the some people are using the vicinity of the old dam on the Little Wabash River here as a dumping ground. The Crossville Village Board rescinded its ban on all pit bulls and has asked the village attorney to revise its animal control ordinance. (Carmi Times, IL)
Ray's 'first annual' predictions Dec 28, 2007
Statewide, in a public relations move, hoping to build support for moving the state capitol to Chicago, "Hot Rod" announces a floating casino license for the Wabash River at Grayville. But, before he signs the legislation into law, he is indicted by a federal grand jury. (Carmi Times, IL)
Tech could reduce coal facilities' emissions Dec 28, 2007
The Wabash River Power Station, one of two coal gasification power plants operating in the USA, has been running for more than 10 years ... and the Wabash River Power Station in West Terre Haute, Ind. (USA Today -- Tech)
Salvation Army donations hit new high here Dec 27, 2007
The Little Wabash River is rising and may crest at about five feet over flood stage in Carmi ... The Little Wabash River has crested at 31. (Carmi Times, IL)
Trojans win against Patriots Nov 22, 2007
Covington and Seeger had hardly started the girls' basketball season when they were faced with competing against each other in Wabash River Conference play. While some schools such as Fountain Central have no WRC games until after the first of the year, the Trojans and Patriots were forced to square off earlier than they would have preferred, with Covington coming out on top 26-21 in overtime. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Bridge may reopen within weeks Nov 17, 2007
The White County Bridge Commission, which owns and operates the Wabash River span, issued a news release late Thursday afternoon, indicating that renovation of the structure would begin Friday and could conclude by the middle of next month. The bridge was temporarily closed Sept. 25 after it was determined that a crack in a support pier was widening. (Carmi Times, IL)
State says record-breaking fish caught in Wabash River Oct 26, 2007
Rensselaer Republican. The fish weighed 19 pounds, 4 ounces, and was nearly 55 inches from lip to tail. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Fountain Central defeats Attica in sectional opener Oct 25, 2007
Little is 6-1 and is the Wabash River Conference high jump champion while Carver is only 5-5. That would seem like a mismatch, but the Mustang sophomore denied Little for much of the night, breaking up several passes aimed at the Rambler receiver. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Attica splits in volleyball Oct 19, 2007
The loss to the Patriots means that if the two schools win out, they will tie for the Wabash River Conference title. Attica ran into the proverbial buzz saw at Seeger as the Patriots were celebrating senior night and the hosts came out on fire, winning the opening two games 25-21 and 25-17. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Indiana Police Discover Clue in 5-Year-Old Mystery Oct 13, 2007
Police say a car removed from the Wabash River belonged to an Indiana State University student who vanished more than five years ago ... A hatchback vehicle matching that description was found submerged in the Wabash River near Fairbanks Park in Terre Haute. (Fox News)
Bridge commission's goal: reopen by Thanksgiving Oct 5, 2007
CROSSING THE BRIDGE -- Representatives of the Federal Highway Administration, Illinois and Indiana transportation departments joined members of the White County Bridge Commission Wednesday in examining a pier on the west side of the Wabash River bridge at New Harmony ... The White County Bridge Commission hopes to reopen the Wabash River bridge at New Harmony, Ind. (Carmi Times, IL)
Closing not necessarily permanent Sep 27, 2007
CLOSED FOR NOW -- The bridge spanning the Wabash River at New Harmony, Ind ... Whether the 78-year-old Wabash River bridge at New Harmony, Ind. (Carmi Times, IL)
Wabash River Bridge closed, evaluation planned next week Sep 27, 2007
CARMI - Whether the 78-year-old Wabash River bridge at New Harmony, Ind. reopens may depend upon the states of Indiana and Illinois. (Harrisburg Daily Register, IL)
Early settlers were no strangers to grief Sep 21, 2007
Shortly after he was born, Noah's family moved west to Knox County, Indiana and young Noah grew on a farm along the banks of the Wabash River near the town of Vincennes. There he met Emily Fulks of Tennessee, married her and moved to St. Louis, where he started a business and became the father of two children. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Gene Murphy celebrates birthday surrounded by fellow mechanics Sep 14, 2007
He began his working life at about 10 years of age as a "driveway bell," when Clinton bought a gas station just east of the bridge over the Little Wabash River in the wake of the flood of 1937. When asked what a "driveway bell" was, he offered an immediate explanation: "Years ago, gas stations had an air hose laid out across the driveway so when customers pulled onto the lot, the attendant would hear a bell ring [activated by the air hose]. We didn't have an air hose, but I was the bell. Dad... (Carmi Times, IL)
Persistence is needed to save New Harmony Bridge, Rice says Sep 11, 2007
spoke of the history of the Wabash River span, efforts to save and rehabilitate it and the need for his listeners to lend it their support. A native of Indiana who earned his undergraduate and doctoral degrees at Purdue University, Rice was named to the bridge commission in 1996. (Carmi Times, IL)
Man drowns in boating accident Sep 8, 2007
On August 25, Conservation Officer Darin Streuer received a report of a possible boat accident on the Wabash River. According to Conservation Officer Streuer, the motorboat was traveling northbound at a high rate of speed with four occupants that included two females and two males, and hit a log jam in the middle of the river. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Autopsy finds missing boater drowned in river Aug 30, 2007
(AP) - An autopsy has confirmed that a man whose boat capsized in the Wabash River drowned. The body was identified as that of Michael S. Wiles, 50, of Danville, Ill. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Once a Rocket Aug 28, 2007
For Keller, born of a family loaded with ties, spanning generations, to the university on the other side of the Wabash River, it became a nerve-wracking wait. "It definitely did get a little frustrating, because through the entire process I was talking to Purdue back and forth, but it was getting close to the signing date," Keller said. (Purdue Sports -- Rivals.com)
Two vehicle crash claims one life Aug 23, 2007
Indiana State Police at the Lafayette Post responded to a two vehicle crash at approximately 10:39 p.m. yesterday on US 136 west of the Wabash River Bridge near Covington in Warren County. Preliminary investigation reveals Ardee Spurlock Jr., 26 years old from Nicholasville, Ky. (Attica Fountain County Neighbor, IN)
Monday, August 20, 2007 News Summary Aug 21, 2007
A young Maunie resident reported missing along the Wabash River Saturday turned up safely in Posey County. About 250 people took part Saturday in a "paddlefest," manning their canoes and kayaks down the Wabash River from Grayville to New Harmony, Ind. (Carmi Times, IL)
Man drowns while trying to help pregnant fiancee Aug 5, 2007
(AP) - A 35-year-old man who didn't know how to swim drowned Friday afternoon when he entered the Wabash River to help his pregnant fiancee. Covington resident Alonzo McCoy was swept away by the river's current when he tried to aid fiancee Elizabeth Davis, who had entered the river to retrieve a ball. (WKRC.com, OH)
DNR says disease may be killing sturgeon in Wabash River Jul 28, 2007
The DNR looked at permits issued to waste treatment plants, factories and similar operations that have been allowed to discharge effluents into parts of the Wabash River, said Wayne Faatz, DNR contaminants coordinator. "When you start looking at everything, it just didn't have the earmarks of contamination," he said, adding that the DNR hasn't ruled out any possible cause of the deaths yet. (Rensselaer Republican, IN)
Fishermen's Big Catch No Fish Tale Jul 21, 2007
David Glover and Jeff Johnson caught a 49-inch-long, 73-pound catfish on the Wabash River in Posey County, Ind. on Wednesday night. (NBC4.tv, CA)
Indiana sees big jump in crop dusting; some pilots from Louisiana Jul 12, 2007
Any time you are doing that much aerial spraying you need to be aware the potential for exposure,'' said Rae Schnapp, Wabash River keeper for Hoosier Environmental Council. Everyone needs to be aware. (Leesville Daily Leader, LA)
