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in Terre Haute
Friday, April 11th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State University raised $1,506,090 from 1,937 donors during its 24-hour Give to Blue Day on Wednesday, marking its most successful fundraising event to date. Meanwhile, flood warnings for the Wabash River will remain in effect until late Monday evening as lowland flooding near Terre Haute renders some river roads impassable. Tribune-Star
- ➤ First Financial Bank and Wabash Valley Habitat for Humanity formed a five-year partnership to support affordable housing by committing $100,000 for building homes for income-challenged working families in Terre Haute. A community event (with remarks from both organizations and activities for neighborhood kids) is set for April 17 from 4 to 5 p.m. at 1624 3rd Avenue. WTHI-TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Terre Haute man is facing four felony charges and three misdemeanor counts after he allegedly threatened his ex-girlfriend with a knife and a gun on April 7 by stabbing a door, firing shots into walls and chasing her before taking her car — Steve Ray Henderson Jr., 52 —. WTWO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teacher Daniel Card and senior Bryce Norris flew last week to Campeche, Mexico with Thompson Thrift to deliver 13 3-D printed prosthetic legs that help amputees return to work and support their families—each leg takes 54 hours to print. They measured additional residents and plan another trip to provide more prosthetic legs soon. WTWO
- ➤ Rose-Hulman is inviting students in kindergarten through 12 to register for a free STEM competition scheduled for Saturday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on its campus; the event will include the Noblitt STEM Jubilee and SPARK! Competition — a day of hands-on challenges and activities. WTHI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Flooding in Shoals has overwhelmed the town as water levels exceeded flood stage, reaching 31.9 ft and are projected to rise to 32.4 ft early today—roads are underwater and many residents have been displaced. Town marshal Matthew Copeland urged residents to stay clear of the fast-moving, dirty water while crews worked to clear debris and protect infrastructure. WTHI-TV
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Vigo County property tax bills are now in the mail - payments are due by Monday, May 12 with options to pay online at lowtaxinfo.com, by calling 812-645-4779, at participating banks, using the drop box at the county annex entrance, or by mailing the payment to the Treasurer’s Office. WTHI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Track officials with the Wabash Valley Fair Association, USAC and Honest Abe Roofing held Media Day at the Terre Haute Action Track and previewed plans to revitalize the iconic dirt track for the upcoming 2025 racing season—promising fans exciting updates and improvements. WTHI-TV
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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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American Sign Language Class
6-8 p.m. — Torner Community Center at Deming Park — Check website for costs — Enhance your communication skills with this enriching ASL class.
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Steel Dynamics Gravel Grinder
11 AM – 5 PM — Griffin Bike Park — $40 Pre-registration — Experience a Springtime Gravel race with scenic views and diverse terrain.
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Paint and Pamper MOM!
6-8 p.m. — The Ohio Building — Cost varies — Celebrate Mother's Day with a creative paint and sip experience.
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