Today
in Terre Haute
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting ceremony today for Cornerstone Builders of Terre Haute — a locally owned business with 15 years of experience in custom homes, remodels, and outdoor living spaces. The company is located at 6515 State Road 42. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Rail & Rye will have its grand opening Friday at 679 Wabash Ave., located next to Federal Coffee. Owner Brandon Halleck has added a local painting of the Big Boy No. 4014 locomotive to the new eatery. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Marketing students at Indiana State University raised over $2,300 for the Friedreich's Ataxia Research Alliance by selling custom metal can coolers — each costing $25. The class project turned into a local fundraising effort that showed community spirit. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Vigo County high school students showed handmade crafts, woodworking products and trash bin cleaning services at the CEO Trade Show Wednesday, a program that helped young entrepreneurs learn business skills. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Road work on U.S. 150 near the Paul Dresser Bridge will continue into fall as traffic lanes are shifted to complete the project; the new pavement is expected to serve motorists for 50 years (local authorities oversee the improvements). Tribune-Star
- ➤ Indiana State University Police are increasing patrols ahead of commencement on May 9, adding extra personnel and security systems (including weapon detection) to manage large crowds and monitor online threats. The department advises everyone to stay aware and report any suspicious behavior. WTHI-TV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana high school basketball officials are weighing a 35-second shot clock after most coaches backed the change. The IHSAA will vote on the proposal May 4 and, if approved, the rule will start in the 2028-2029 season. WTHI-TV
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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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River Wools Knit Happy Club One
10 a.m. — River Wools — Membership required — Expand your knitting skills and make new friendships while learning new techniques.
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10th Annual Wabash Valley Jeep Junkies Going Topless for P.I.N.K Ride
5-8 p.m. — Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 157 — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant Jeep ride and support breast cancer awareness in your community.
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The World's Most Ridiculous Trivia Game Show
8-11 p.m. — Terre Haute Casino Resort — Average ticket price $32 — Experience an evening of laughter and trivia with The World's Most Ridiculous Game Show.
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53rd Annual Banks Of The Wabash Festival
May 21 – 30 — Fairbanks Park — Free admission — Enjoy live music, midway rides, food vendors, and family fun.
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