Good morning, Terre Haute.

Recent data from the Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority shows rural homelessness increased 16.6% between 2023 and 2025 compared to a 9.4% rise in cities + local volunteers at Booker T.

Washington Community Center are now preparing winter backpacks for people in need.

Residents gathered downtown today at the federal courthouse for a unity rally to promote the People Over Politics message.

The event aimed to foster unity and reduce division in the community.

Indiana State University and the Terre Haute Catholic Charities Foodbank have teamed up for the Sycamore Food Drive under the One Campus, One Community, One Big Impact theme — campus groups will begin donating on Tuesday, Jan.

27 through Jan. 28 in Terre Haute.

QuikTrip will open a new store on Thursday, Jan.

29 on Terre Haute's east side just off Interstate 70 and State Road 46, offering grab-and-go meals, expanded beverage stations, and spacious bathrooms. The store is expected to support around 25 local jobs.

The Indiana Youth Institute urges residents to support mentors during National Mentoring Month as research shows more than 80% favor government investment in mentoring programs, according to Dr. Tami Silverman; the group aims to connect every Hoosier child to five caring adults by 2050.

The Indiana State Police Wellness Section seeks volunteers for a chaplain program that will provide spiritual guidance and crisis support for officers, retirees, and their families.

Applicants must be ordained clergy or have at least five years of ministry experience — contact program representatives for details.

Carolene Mays, a former state representative and past president/CEO of the Indianapolis Recorder, was appointed today to Indiana State University’s board of trustees in Terre Haute; she will use her experience to help guide the university's future decisions.

Chestnut Health Systems’ Lighthouse Institute seeks young adults struggling with substance use for a study called Launch.

Enrollment will be open through Feb. 28 (contact the institute for details).

David Koechner Comedy Show

8-10 p.m. — Terre Haute Casino Resort — Ticket price varies — Enjoy a night of laughter with actor and comedian David Koechner, known for his hilarious roles.