Today
in Terre Haute
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ernie Pyle World War II Museum in Dana is opening early today at 120 Briarwood Avenue (marking a departure from its usual May start) with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities for all ages. The site will operate through Veterans Day. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Families can visit the Easter Bunny for photo sessions at Meadows Shopping Center, available Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.—Images Photography owner Larysa Whitacre urges early visits as the event grows busier. WTHI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Middle- and high-school students will compete in the student drone competition March Madness: Hoosier Edition, which tests teamwork, piloting skills, autonomy, and communication during four missions. The event takes place Friday and Saturday at Hulman Center (200 N. 8th St.) with doors opening at 8 p.m. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Indiana State University hosted its second annual Education Extravaganza on Wednesday — connecting over 100 education students with school districts and training groups from across the country. Some students secured placements or job offers as they practiced interview and resume skills. WTHI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana merchants and shoppers say the state's ban on using SNAP funds for sugary drinks + candy has unclear guidelines they call too arbitrary, affecting over 500,000 low-income residents who rely on federal aid. Tribune-Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Union Health will hold an annual listening session on March 25 to discuss the merger between Union Health and Terre Haute Regional Hospital (now Union Hospital Regional) and its impact on care access and efficiency. The event will address changes stemming from the COPA. Tribune-Star
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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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Great Pages Circus Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Vigo County Fairgrounds — $20 Adult, Free for 2 Kids with Paid Adult — Experience the thrill of the circus with family-friendly entertainment.
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Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Tilson Auditorium, Indiana State University — Tickets sold separately — Experience the magic of John Williams' iconic film scores performed live.
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River Wools Knit Happy Club
10 AM – 12 PM — River Wools — Join for a monthly knitting adventure to enhance your skills and build friendships.
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UIC Flames vs. Indiana State Sycamores Baseball
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Bob Warn Field at Sycamore Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling college baseball matchup between the UIC Flames and Indiana State Sycamores.
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2026 West Central Indiana Outdoor Expo
10 AM – 5 PM — Vigo County Fairgrounds — Admission details not specified — Explore outdoor activities and local attractions at this family-friendly expo.
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