Today
in Terre Haute
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Herz-Rose Park reopened Friday morning featuring a new basketball court built with $3.2M in funding, including federal rescue money, local support, and a $100,000 Pacers grant + school students and city officials attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Vigo County CASA is planning a Christmas in July event this summer to help children in need, with a special appearance by the Grinch to engage locals; a Whoville event is scheduled in December for additional support. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Historian Dorothy Jerse will speak about the days when mail was fun at 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 at the Westminster Village Community Center. Heavy rainfall has triggered a flood warning for the Wabash River at Terre Haute, with minor flooding expected until early Sunday. Tribune-Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ New cars may be required to include biometric AI systems that scan drivers for alertness to help prevent impaired driving in 2027 (a federal law passed in 2021) while local dealer David Fuson noted some systems are already in use in modern vehicles. WTHI-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kevin Orpurt returned to WTHI-TV as chief meteorologist following an announcement on Friday morning, strengthening local weather coverage. A flood warning is in effect along the Wabash River in Terre Haute, with minor flooding forecast to persist until Sunday afternoon — residents should exercise caution. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Carey LaBella announced her re-election campaign for the Vigo County School Board — where she has served since 2023 as board president — and is running for a second term. Local voters will get a chance to review her record at the upcoming election. Tribune-Star
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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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