Good morning, Terre Haute.

City leaders and advocates gathered at the courthouse today to launch Sexual Assault Awareness Month — Mayor Brandon Sakbun read a proclamation as advocates dropped a banner and CODA underscored available support services and education programs for survivors.

Organizations across the Wabash Valley plant pinwheel gardens this April to raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month and remind the community that every child deserves a safe, supportive home (with events including a Youth Craft night, Easter Egg Hunt, and Kites for Kids later this month at local venues).

Mayor Brandon Sakbun confirmed on Wednesday morning that a Target store is coming to the east side near the Sycamore Terrace Apartments (at the northwest corner of State Road 46 and New Margaret Drive) even though there is no timeline for construction or opening.

Local film enthusiast Maceo Milligan reviews 'They Will Kill You' as a bombastic film inspired by Tarantino, featuring creative action sequences and Zazie Beetz's quest for vengeance (the film's writing remains average).

Art Spaces will host its 2026 annual luncheon at the Country Club of Terre Haute to honor Congresswoman Virginia Jenckes, Indiana’s first U.S. Congresswoman.

The event will celebrate her trailblazing career + unite community members.

Gas prices in Indiana are rising today as the state increases its tax by 2 cents to 17.2 cents per gallon, while the national average remains at $4; local drivers worry that the extra cost could affect spring travel plans.

Indiana State University announced that assistant professor Lynn Scott has been appointed to the State Advisory Council on the Education of Students with Disabilities and will serve a four-year term representing postsecondary institutions.

She will help guide decisions on special education programs.

The Indiana Commission on Higher Education voted Wednesday to consolidate, suspend, eliminate, or monitor over 1,000 low-enrolled degree programs at Hoosier public colleges after a nine-month review of 3,400 programs under House Enrolled Act 1001 to focus on in-demand careers.

Indiana American Water will switch to a stronger disinfectant and flush water mains from April 6 through the end of May to clean pipes and boost water quality.

Work crews will flush fire hydrants on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. and ask drivers to slow down around their work areas.

Duke Energy will upgrade four major power lines in Vigo County to improve service reliability and meet future energy needs by studying potential routes and gathering public input.

An open house is scheduled for Apr. 28 (4 to 7 p.m.) at the West Vigo County Community Center.

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.

Strassenfest - German Culture Celebration

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Terre Haute German Oberlandler Club — Cash only — Experience a vibrant day of German culture and community spirit at this family-friendly festival.