The LST 325 will remain in Evansville at least for the next five years. The City of Peoria extended its bid to land the historic World War II vessel last week.
The LST board of directors accepted Evansville's offer Tuesday.
Assistant City Manager Chris Setti says it’s disappointing, but Evansville put up a good fight. He says he’s invited the LST crew to visit Peoria again during one of its summer sails.