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Vigo County
CountyVigo County
StateIndiana
FoundedJanuary 21, 1818
SeatTerre Haute
Largest cityTerre Haute

Vigo County is a county located in the U.S. state of Indiana, and is part of the Terre Haute metropolitan area. The county is home to Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. Vigo County is also the location of the Vigo County Fairgrounds, which hosts the annual Vigo County Fair. The county is situated near the Wabash River and is close to the Illinois border, with neighboring counties including Clay County, Indiana, Parke County, Indiana, and Sullivan County, Indiana.

Geography

Vigo County is located in western Indiana, and its geography is characterized by the Wabash River, which forms the western border of the county. The county is also home to several smaller rivers and streams, including Sugar Creek and Honey Creek. The terrain of the county is generally flat, with some rolling hills and valleys. The county is situated near the Illinois-Indiana border, and is close to several major cities, including Terre Haute, Indianapolis, and Chicago. Vigo County is also near several major highways, including Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 40.

History

Vigo County was founded on January 21, 1818, and was named after Francis Vigo, an Italian-American fur trader and American Revolutionary War veteran. The county has a rich history, with several notable events and figures, including the Wabash and Erie Canal, which passed through the county, and the Underground Railroad, which had several stops in the area. The county was also home to several notable figures, including Eugene V. Debs, a labor leader and Socialist Party of America candidate, and Birch Bayh, a U.S. Senator from Indiana. Vigo County was also the site of several important events, including the Battle of Tippecanoe and the Indiana Centennial.

Demographics

As of the 2020 United States Census, the population of Vigo County was approximately 107,000 people, with a diverse range of ages, ethnicities, and occupations. The county is home to several major employers, including Indiana State University, Union Hospital, and the Vigo County School Corporation. The county is also home to several notable communities, including Terre Haute, Seelyville, and West Terre Haute. Vigo County is situated near several major cities, including Indianapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis, and is close to several major highways, including Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 40. The county is also home to several notable figures, including Clabber Girl founder Hulman, and Crossroads of America founder Colfax.

Government

The government of Vigo County is led by the Vigo County Council, which is composed of seven members elected by the citizens of the county. The county is also home to several other government agencies, including the Vigo County Sheriff's Department and the Terre Haute Police Department. The county is part of Indiana's 8th congressional district, and is represented in the U.S. House of Representatives by Larry Bucshon. Vigo County is also part of the Indiana Senate and the Indiana House of Representatives, and is represented by several state legislators, including Jon Ford and Bob Heaton. The county is also home to several notable government figures, including Birch Bayh and Evan Bayh.

Economy

The economy of Vigo County is diverse, with several major industries, including healthcare, education, and manufacturing. The county is home to several major employers, including Union Hospital, Indiana State University, and the Vigo County School Corporation. The county is also home to several notable companies, including Clabber Girl, Terre Haute Regional Hospital, and Sony DADC. Vigo County is situated near several major highways, including Interstate 70 and U.S. Route 40, and is close to several major cities, including Indianapolis, Chicago, and St. Louis. The county is also home to several notable economic development organizations, including the Terre Haute Economic Development Corporation and the Vigo County Economic Development Corporation.

Education

Vigo County is home to several major educational institutions, including Indiana State University, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, and Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College. The county is also home to several public school districts, including the Vigo County School Corporation and the South Vigo Community School Corporation. The county is situated near several other major educational institutions, including Purdue University, Indiana University, and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Vigo County is also home to several notable educational figures, including Caleb Mills, the founder of the Indiana State Normal School, and Frances Slocum, a Miami tribe member who attended the Wabash Female College. The county is also home to several notable educational organizations, including the Vigo County Education Association and the Indiana State Teachers Association.

Category:Indiana counties