Today
in Terre Haute
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bruce McLaren, a retiree from ISU, won a $10,000 drawing hosted by United Way of the Wabash Valley in Terre Haute—he and his wife Connie donated their prize back to support local investments. WTHI-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new business opened on Terre Haute's east side on Feb. 18, welcoming local customers. More details about its services and hours are expected to be announced soon. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Bruce McLaren (on vacation in Florida) watched via Facebook Live on Wednesday as his proxy, Eileen Whalen, picked the winning box from Terre Haute Chevrolet for a $10,000 prize. Tribune-Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sisters of Providence are hosting their annual Winter Used Book Sale starting tomorrow at the Foley Room in the Providence Spirituality & Conference Center on the Saint Mary-of-the-Woods campus. The sale runs daily until Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and funds raised will support the sisters' ministries. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Ava Rogers from Vigo County has been selected as the 2026 500 Festival Princess. A Terre Haute South Vigo High grad and Marian University junior (studying business management, global studies and pre-law), she will now represent the festival. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute South Vigo High School is one of six statewide recipients selected for the 2025-26 Cambridge International Math and Science grant (announced by the Indiana Department of Education). Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Rep. Tonya Pfaff from Terre Haute introduced a bill that requires state education, health, and child services to share data on support for children with special needs, and it passed the Senate this week before moving to the governor's desk. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers met on Tuesday to discuss Senate Bill 282 at a House Public Health Committee, considering new rules that would require medical spas to register, undergo inspections, and designate a responsible practitioner — amendments may be filed before today's deadline. WTHI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Vigo County officials said that after affecting crows, avian influenza is now taking a toll on Canada geese (55 to 60 deaths recorded this week) as winter weakens the birds. Experts expect the cold-weather virus, which came from China, to decline when spring warms the air. WTHI-TV
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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.
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Annual Bingo Night Fundraiser
5-8 p.m. — Vigo County Fairgrounds — $250 winner and a chance to win $1000 — Play 14 rounds of bingo and support a great local cause.
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Vigo County 4-H Horse & Pony Tack Auction
4-7 p.m. — Vigo County Fairgrounds — Fundraiser for local youth — Bid on horse and pony gear while supporting the Vigo County 4-H Horse & Pony Club.
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Saint Patrick School Irish Dash
1-3:30 p.m. — St. Patrick School Parking Lot — Registration fee required — Participate in the annual fun run supporting educational trips for students.
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Noah Sonie Live Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tilson Auditorium — Ticket prices from $46 — Experience the magic of Noah Sonie live on stage in a captivating theatrical performance.
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2026 Swamp Stomp
9:45 AM – 1:00 PM — Hawthorn Park — Registration required — Lace up for a 5-mile race, 4-mile walk, or a fun 1-mile run option in the scenic Hawthorn Park.
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