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in Terre Haute
Friday, March 28th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Thursday evening, Vigo County CASA held a fundraising event at Texas Roadhouse to raise funds for its programs and purchase items for children in need. CASA Supervisor Janet Hoff said the event was important because the county has high rates of child abuse and neglect — recent cutbacks made support even more crucial. WTWO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Montez Ellington Jr. pleaded guilty at the Vigo County Courthouse today for the 2021 murder of Chloe Carroll, who was fatally shot while sitting in a car at a local gas station, and he agreed to a 45-year sentence with his sentencing hearing set for May 1. WTWO
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Duke Energy announced that about 1,000 West Terre Haute customers are eligible for a free home energy makeover—details in a company news release indicate the program will help reduce energy costs. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Senator Greg Goode from Terre Haute added Amendment 33 to House Bill 1002 to let Vigo County transfer funds to the school corporation and form a local oversight board for spending oversight — the proposal will now move to the Senate Committee on Appropriation for further review. WTWO
- ➤ Indiana State University alumni Nick and Makayla McCollum (class of 2019) and Kate Sullivan (class of 2016) have established two endowed scholarships to aid students with additional financial needs, school officials said Thursday. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Saturday, March 29, INDOT will shift lanes on I-70 between U.S. 41 and Thompson Ditch as part of the bridge replacement work over 7th Street and the CSX railroad—crews will reposition lanes and conduct nighttime closures for a few months with the overall project finishing by the end of 2025. WTHI-TV
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Transportation announced new lane closures and a traffic pattern change on I-70 near Terre Haute that will begin on Saturday. Crews will move the left eastbound lane across the median into the westbound lanes—while the right eastbound lane shifts to the shoulder and both westbound lanes move toward the shoulder. Tribune-Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Indiana health officials received notice from the CDC that about $40 million in funds for state and local health departments will be clawed back for COVID-19 efforts—money used for testing, vaccination, and community health programs. The department said it is evaluating the impact to make sure services for Hoosiers remain available. WTHI-TV
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Indiana State Percussion Finals
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM — Hulman Center — Check event site for ticket details — The ultimate showcase of rhythm, precision, and talent featuring the state’s top percussion ensembles.
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Deming Park Spring Break Mini Camp
All day — Deming Park — Pricing information not provided — Enjoy a week of sports activities designed for children ages 5 to 12.
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Rival 5 Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Terre Haute Casino Resort — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate with high-energy Rock and 80's Pop hits from Rival 5 as part of the casino's first anniversary.
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Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nostalgic tunes of Broadway stars Adam Pascal and Anthony Rapp in a special performance.
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Cruise For Shoes: A Tasting Trip Around the World
Enjoy international food pairings from local chefs, then dance the night away to Dueling Pianos in the Atrium of the Hulman Center from 6pm-10pm. Also enter to win the 50/50 Drawing, Door Prizes from a variety of businesses and then purchase a hand-rolled cigar to top off the evening while supporting the Shoe Bus Project for our Vigo County School children.
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Cruise For Shoes: A Tasting Trip Around the World
Enjoy international food pairings from local chefs, then dance the night away to Dueling Pianos in the Atrium of the Hulman Center from 6pm-10pm. Also enter to win the 50/50 Drawing, Door Prizes from a variety of businesses and then purchase a hand-rolled cigar to top off the evening while supporting the Shoe Bus Project for our Vigo County School children.
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Midwest Soccer Classic
Friday to Sunday — Vigo County Youth Soccer Association — Entry fees apply — Enjoy a weekend of competitive soccer with 15 fields in action.
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Mansfield Mushroom Festival and Car Show
1 PM – 8 PM — Mansfield Village Country Store — Free entry — Celebrate mushrooms with live music, a car show, and delicious food.
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