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07-04-2025
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Registration for Second Cohort of Intern Experience now open
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the second cohort of the Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana, a program designed to connect interns with the people, places, and professional opportunities that make the region a great place to live and work. 'Getting talented young people to feel connected to the community and seeing what our region has to offer is key to retaining a workforce that is vital to our continued positive momentum,' said Kristin Craig, President/CEO of the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce. 'The Intern Experience IN West Central Indiana program provides a unique platform for interns to develop professionally while also discovering why West Central Indiana is an excellent place to start and grow their careers.' This eight-week program offers interns a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the West Central Indiana community. Participants will engage in a series of experiences, including networking events with elected officials, community service, social events, and team-building activities. Through these activities, interns will build meaningful connections with peers and business professionals while gaining a deeper understanding of the region's offerings. Daviess County Chamber of Commerce honors local businesses Businesses looking to participate in the program need to enroll their interns by May 9. This initiative is an excellent opportunity for employers to enhance their internship programs, foster talent retention and contribute to the long-term success of the regional workforce. Find more information about registration by visiting the website here, or contact Jonathan Eilbracht at jeilbracht@ Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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08-02-2025
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Terre Haute Chamber testifies in support of military base grant program
The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce and its West Central Defense Network initiative offered testimony Thursday at the Indiana Statehouse in support of funding that could be used to support Indiana's military bases, including the 181st Intelligence Wing in Terre Haute. The Indiana Military Base Infrastructure Grant Program would provide for an annual $25 million fund to be administered by the Indiana Defense Task Force. 'The allocation of these funds are an investment in Indiana's future, not an expense, with great potential for high returns from new economic opportunities created as a result,' Chamber President and CEO Kristin Craig said in a news release. 'The 181st Intelligence Wing plays a vital role in national security, employing around 500 personnel with Top Secret clearances and working in cutting-edge fields like cybersecurity, intelligence analysis and geospatial technologies.' According to additional testimony provided during Thursday's hearing, military-focused economic development groups warned that not investing in such facilities could put Indiana at risk of 'Base Realignment and Closure,' a process where the Department of Defense may close select military installations. 'This base is more than just a military installation — it's a critical economic driver that supports hundreds of high-tech, high-paying jobs and strengthens our local economy. These are exactly the kinds of jobs we need more of in Indiana — high-skill, high-wage positions that keep our best and brightest in the state,' Craig said. 'For us to continue to attract and retain talent, which allows us to attract new defense missions, private investment and new federal contracts that create more of these opportunities, we must ensure the 181st Intelligence Wing has modern, reliable infrastructure, capable of meeting the needs of current military strategies.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
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TH Chamber of Commerce testifies at the Indiana Statehouse
TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce, along with its West Central Defense Network imitative, testified at the Indiana Statehouse in support of funding that could be used to support Indiana military bases, Thursday. The Indiana Military Base Infrastructure Grant Program is outlined in an accompanying bill, that would provide the Indiana Defense Task Force with an annual $25 million fund to be administered. One military base in Indiana that the chamber says could benefit from this funding is the 181st Intelligence Wing in Terre Haute. Terre Haute City Council passes new tobacco ordinance 'The allocation of these funds are an investment in Indiana's future, not an expense, withgreat potential for high returns from new economic opportunities created as a 181st Intelligence Wing plays a vital role in national security, employing around500 personnel with Top Secret clearances and working in cutting-edge fields licybersecurity, intelligence analysis and geospatial technologies,' said Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Kristin Craig. The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce added that additional testimonies from military-focused economic development groups warned that not investing in such facilities could put Indiana at risk of 'Base Realignment and Closure'. This process is where the Department of Defense may close select military installations. 'This base is more than just a military installation—it's a critical economic driver thatsupports hundreds of high-tech, high-paying jobs and strengthens our localeconomy. These are exactly the kinds of jobs we need more of in Indiana—high-skill,high-wage positions that keep our best and brightest in the state,' Craig went on toexplain. 'For us to continue to attract and retain talent, which allows us to attract newdefense missions, private investment and new federal contracts that create more ofthese opportunities, we must ensure the 181st Intelligence Wing has modern, reliableinfrastructure, capable of meeting the needs of current military strategies,' said Craig. Terre Haute City Council elect's president for 2025 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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29-01-2025
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Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce supports new education board
Terre Haute -The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce's Board of Directors is calling for a new board to oversee local schools. The Chamber is endorsing Indiana Senate Bill 382. According to the Chamber of Commerce, 'this bill would establish a local board of trusted leaders to oversee and guide the use of any county funds or property provided to the school corporation, an opportunity which is currently being explored.' President/CEO, Kristin Craig, will testify in support of the bill at the Statehouse on Thursday, along with several other community leaders, including Vigo County Commissioner Chris Switzer, Mayor Brandon Sakbun, Vigo County School Board Member Amy Lore and Business Community Representative Andy Volkl, COO of Saturn Petcare. 'The Chamber, along with other key community stakeholders, are ready to support Senator Goode and his proactive and collaborative approach toward addressing the challenges facing Vigo County schools. By creating a trusted framework modeled on proven successes, this legislation ensures the community is prepared to act transparently and responsibly when and if opportunities for funding arise. Specifically, SB 382 establishes a governance structure that prioritizes accountability and aligns the resources available in the community with the most pressing needs,' said Craig. Craig pointed out that this board ensures transparency, accountability and responsible resource management, reinforcing the community's trust in the process. According to the Chamber of Commerce, the bill also requires that if the county transfers or gifts any unused funds or property to the school corporation, this local board will provide oversight to ensure those resources are used effectively and in the best interest of the community. The Chamber will provide updates to its membership throughout the legislative session as this, and other relevant bills, progress through the legislature. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
