Good morning, Terre Haute.

Tribune-Star staff members received seven awards at the Society of Professional Journalists banquet held Friday evening in Carmel—honoring their excellence in journalism.

On Monday, the Terre Haute Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting at Lucia’s Taqueria — located at the corner of 13th and Wabash — to welcome the new restaurant that had served local customers for several weeks.

The Cinco de Mayo event offered food and margarita specials, live music and free T-shirts while supplies lasted.

On Sunday afternoon, the Terre Haute Fire Department responded to a report of a fire in a grinding/sanding booth at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology — students put out the blaze with fire extinguishers and a suppression sprinkler head as units arrived at 2:47 p.m.

A Clay County man was charged with multiple felony counts after a police-involved shooting on April 15 led to a 90-minute standoff when he fled a gas station in a stolen truck and rammed police vehicles—resulting in an injured trooper and the suspect being shot and taken to a hospital.

Terre Haute police have sealed off Candlewood Suites downtown after reports of a shooting and are searching the hotel for evidence — officials ask motorists and residents to stay away from the area.

County Commissioner Chris Switzer will host 'Strides with Switzer' every Monday at 6pm at Dewey Point in West Terre Haute during May to raise mental health awareness, and community members can join to discuss their challenges plus connect with local officials.

The Vigo County Health Department inspected food retailers from April 28 to May 4, 2025 and found that locations like Sprinkles Cookie and Travelodge met standards while Casey’s General Store #3767, Taco Bell #3001014, and Five Guys Terre Haute showed violations.

Some sites also received approvals to open or operate for upcoming events (including permits for local festivals and fairs).

Paint and Pamper MOM!

6-8 p.m. — The Ohio Building — Cost varies — Celebrate Mother's Day with a creative paint and sip experience.

The Great Pages Circus

7-8:30 p.m. — Vigo County Fairgrounds — $20 for adults, free for kids — Experience an exciting circus adventure fit for the whole family.

Abbi Scott Band Live

7-11 p.m. — Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 157 — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music, jeep show, and family activities as the Abbi Scott Band kicks off the biggest Jeep ride of the year.

Spring Market at Bear's Coffee

9 AM – 2 PM — Bear’s Coffee and Roasting Co. — Free entry — Explore handcrafted gifts and local treasures at a vibrant vendor market.

Yogi Thompson Workshop

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Vigo County Public Library — Free entry — Participate in an engaging workshop focused on well-being and community mindfulness.

Banks of the Wabash Festival

Time TBD — Fairbanks Park — Free entry — Celebrate the kickoff of festival season with food, entertainment, and community spirit in Terre Haute.

Hawthorn Half Day Relay & Ultra

7 AM – 7 PM — Hawthorn Park- Vigo County Parks and Recreation Department — Cost varies — Enjoy a fun and engaging day of relay races and outdoor activities with custom medals and free swag.

Cybersecurity Workshop

8 AM – 4 PM — Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology — Registration required — Learn computer programming and cybersecurity skills to enhance your digital safety and effectiveness.