Today
in Terre Haute
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hydrite is supporting local hunger relief by partnering with ISU Athletics in its Steals for Meals program, while a flood warning for the Wabash River advises drivers to avoid flooded roads in Terre Haute as Pottsville Street is already impacted. Tribune-Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Don Wycliff, who graduated from Schulte High School in 1965, will return to Terre Haute for a book signing and reception on April 25 at 1 p.m. at Logan's Rib-eye (100 S. Fruitridge) where he will discuss his memoir 'Before the Byline: A Journalist’s Roots.' Tribune-Star
- ➤ The Swope Art Museum in downtown Terre Haute will reopen in coming weeks with a fresh look and improved accessibility; it will feature new displays and an upgraded elevator (ensuring easier patron access) as curator Amy MacLennan and executive director Anthony Dinkel share plans for expanded gallery space. Tribune-Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows Ivy Tech Community College Terre Haute/Greencastle boosted the region’s income by over $162 million and supported nearly 2,200 jobs. The study highlights the clear economic impact from its students, alumni, and operations. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana First Lady Maureen Braun announced that every child under age 5 is now eligible to receive a free monthly book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library as it expands to all 92 counties — a milestone boosting early literacy with over 140,000 enrolled. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Indiana's public colleges unveiled reports on program costs on Wednesday after a 2024 law demanded more spending transparency. State officials said the new data answers some questions — and raises others. Tribune-Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A Terre Haute family debuted their remodeled truck Monkey Business at Full Throttle Monster Trucks Mechanical Mayhem in Fort Wayne on March 7 and 8. The truck honors the memory of a lost family member and brings joy to kids and fans. WTHI-TV
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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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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.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A happy person isn't someone who's happy all the time. It's someone who effortlessly interprets events in a way that benefits them.
~ Naval Ravikant
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