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in Terre Haute
Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Wabash Valley Community Foundation announced a revised competitive grant process for Vigo County after a year-long review & matching initiative that boosted endowment funds. The foundation will continue the $2-for-$1 matching until June 30, 2028 or as long as funds last. Tribune-Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ernie Pyle WWII Museum opened for its 2026 season on March 19 and will host tours + special events through Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Visitors can enjoy an earlier spring opening with daily events planned this weekend. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Mark Bennett writes about how local nicknames + '40' and '41' became common in our town, with Jim Grey recalling their use in the 1980s and '90s. The piece shows a unique piece of our heritage that has lasted for a century. Tribune-Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute Convention and Visitors Bureau won a statewide tourism award at a ceremony in Indianapolis for its Terredise Initiative, a campaign that reshaped local tourism and boosted regional revenue. The platform will continue today as part of the America 250 celebration. WTHI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Vigo County School Corp. is testing alternative block scheduling at North (South and West) high schools as part of a study for future changes, and next month it will test a different model from the current seven-period day. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Indiana lawmakers signed a new law this month that updates Ivy Tech’s governance and refocuses its mission on preparing students for in-demand career skills, *aiming to boost the statewide community college system’s impact*. Tribune-Star
- ➤ A new law signed March 5 is overhauling Ivy Tech Community College’s governance by updating its mission to align academic programs with local workforce demand. The changes take effect July 1 and expand the board’s expertise to include key industry sectors. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Local high school students are invited to attend Sonia Math Day on Saturday at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology (Olin Hall). The free event honors Sonia Kovalevsky and offers fun math activities from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. WTHI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The newest recruit class for the Terre Haute Fire Department has been training since January and participated in intense Rapid Intervention Team and Survival Training on Thursday morning, where the 12 recruits worked in pairs to overcome obstacles and learn proper equipment handling for real-life emergencies. WTHI-TV
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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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