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Harrison County - Saturday, June 1, 2024: A female pedestrian was struck and killed early Saturday morning on I-64 eastbound near the Lanesville exit.

Around 1:30 Saturday morning, Harrison County authorities requested assistance with a truck versus pedestrian crash on I-64 at the Lanesville exit. When troopers and officers arrived, they found a deceased female in the roadway between the Lanesville exit and the Crandall/Lanesville Road overpass.

Two semi-trucks were also at the scene. A maroon 2003 Peterbilt pulling a trailer sat in the grass median on the westbound side of the interstate. The driver of the Peterbilt advised he swerved and missed a pedestrian in the eastbound lanes but drove off the left side of the roadway and crashed through the cable barrier before coming to rest on the westbound side. The second truck, a white 2022 Freightliner, stopped in the right-hand emergency lane just east of the overpass. The Freightliner’s driver stated he was eastbound on I-64 approaching the Lanesville exit and was unable to avoid striking a person in the middle of the righthand lane. After striking the individual, the driver immediately pulled off on the right side of the roadway and stayed at the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals that the female pedestrian had recently left a vehicle on the eastbound Lanesville offramp. For an unknown reason, the victim then walked off toward the interstate before being struck.

Investigators have not yet positively identified the victim because she had several identifications in her possession from various states, each with differing identities. However, investigators have obtained information that she was possibly from Columbia.

The interstate remained closed until six Saturday morning while ISP crash scene investigators conducted their on-scene investigation. The investigation is ongoing. No drivers have been charged or cited as a result of the investigation. Toxicology results on the victim are still pending.

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SCOTT/WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ind. — The planned closure on State Road 56 west of Scottsburg has been postponed. The closure was previously scheduled to begin as soon as Monday, June 3, between Mount Road and Finley Firehouse Road. Additional information, including a new closure date, will be provided at a later time.

This project is part of a $2.1 million contract awarded to E&B in January 2023. INDOT reminds drivers to slow down, use extra caution and avoid distractions when traveling near work zones. All work is weather-dependent and schedules are subject to change.

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The Washington County Piecemakers Quilt Gulid is hosting their 41st Annual Quilt Show on Friday, June 7 from 10:00 AM-4:00PM and again on Saturday, June 8 from 10:00 AM-3:00 PM.

The event will be held at Southern Hills Chuch in Salem. Judged entries will be accepted on June 4 from 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.

There will be local vendors and demos, which include:

Scrappy Patches- Brownstown

Quilters Corner Cottage- Charlestown

Sewing Vacuum Authority- Clarksville

This year's featured quilter is Sue Nay.

Sue's quilting adventure began in 1988 when she took her first quilt class from Dorothy Moss, a skilled and admired Quilter in Salem. That is where she taught the golden rule of quilting, measure twice, cut once and that has stuck with Sue through her years of quilting. Love of sewing for Sue began with her grandmother who sewed dresses and quilts with her workhorse black Singer. Sue's favorite quilt from her is tied with pink flannel backing.

Sue has been in quilt shops in multiple states from Texas to Maine, each having its own quilt assortment. She has also been on bus quilt tours, participlated in quilt retreats, and viewed State Fair quilt exhibits. The excitement of seeing the quilts is similar to a child on Christmas morning for Sue. Her favorite quilt pattern is that of scrappy pieces, mixing colors and patterns of fabric.

Sue became a member of the Washington County Piecemakers Quilt Guild 12 years ago, and continues to be astonished by the skill, knowledge, and talent of this commumity of quilters. After each meeting, she returns home inspired to start on her next project. Her advice to new quilters is to attend the meetings and discover what the guild is all about. Sue stated, "We are a common thread."

Admission is $5.00. For more information, call (812) 620-4318 or (812) 620-0579.

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The eating contest for the Pekin 4th of July is upon us! Here is the information you need to know regarding the event.

The watermelon contest will be held July 4, Immediately following the Prince & Princess Contest (1 p.m.)

The Corn on the Cob contest will be held immediately following the Baby Contest (2:30 p.m.)

1. Participants must be 18 years or older.

2. Participants must sign this liability waiver before participating in each contest.

3. Each participant participating in the watermelon eating contest will receive a dedicated watermelon piece designed by the Pekin Community Betterment.

4. Each participant participating in the corn on the cob eating contest will receive a predetermined amount of corn.

5. Participants may only use their hands to eat the food.

6. Participants must keep their hands behind their backs until the starting signal is given.

7. The participant who finishes all of their watermelon first or eats the most in 5 minutes will be declared the winner.

8. In the event of a tie, a tiebreaker will be determined by a sudden-death round.

9. The winner will receive a prize determined by the Pekin Community Betterment Organization.

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The Baby Contest will be held Saturday June 29, 3 p.m.

The location is First Baptist Church of Pekin which is located at 1145 E 5th St., Pekin, IN 47165

Everything You Need to Know

1. Entry Fee is $20 per baby or $30 for multiples (twins, triplets, etc.)

2. Pre-Registration is highly appreciated with forms mailed in and received by Friday, June 22, 2024. However, it is not required. You can register the day of at the church from noon until 2:30 p.m. You do not have to stay if you register earlier in the afternoon. You may leave and come back closer to time of contest but you are responsible for keeping up with your index card.

3. Entries will be separated by gender from 0-3 years old.

4. There will be a multiples category (twins, triplets, etc). This category will only include one trophy but each baby will receive their own participation ribbon.

5. Once you receive a trophy, the Betterment is no longer responsible for them and they will not be replaced if it gets broken in any way.

6. Participants will be judged solely on their personalities ONLY. Judges will judge based on outfits only IF there is a tie.

7. Babies may bring one small toy with them on stage and only 1 escort is allowed.

8. Winners must stick around for pictures after the contest.

9. Derogatory remarks or bad behavior from parents/guardians will result in being banned from future contests.

10. Accepted forms of payments: check, cash or money order. Please make checks out to Pekin Betterment Community Organization.

11. Payments are non-refundable!!

12. Mail forms to: 102 Mahuron Dr. Salem, IN 47167. Anything dropped off at this address will be automatically banned from contest without warning!!!

Day of Contest Information:

1. PARKING: you must park in the main parking lot only! If you need handicap assistance, please let us know and we will help you with this arrangements.

2. Registration: Registration will be upstairs in the lobby before going downstairs where the contest will be held.

3. No running!!

4. No entering the classrooms or the sanctuary!!

5. Absolutely no smoking, vaping or alcohol on property

6. Out of respect of our host, all participants and guests must be mindful of your dress attire and foul language!!!

Call or text Tisha Coles with any questions at (317) 430-8277