Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of May.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
Around 50 Duke Energy employees volunteered at the Terre Haute Humane Society during Duke Energy in Action Day — helping with yard work, cleaning gutters and kennels, and painting the lobby.
Society president Ray Buechler said the effort saves the shelter significant costs.
YMCA of the Wabash Valley launched a community survey to explore a potential expansion into Marshall in Illinois; CEO Ryan Penrod said local feedback will shape future plans + help address different state staffing and program regulations.
The Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra will celebrate its 100th birthday on Dec.
4 by launching its Centennial Sounds season at Tilson Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. throughout the 2026-27 season, featuring masterworks+guest artists to honor a century of support.
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College held two commencement ceremonies Saturday—conferring 350 degrees and certificates and marking its 192nd graduation—on campus near Terre Haute.
Cloverdale Community Schools hired Dr. Stacy Mason as its next superintendent, so she steps down from her role as assistant principal at Woodrow Wilson Middle School (she also served as assistant superintendent and principal at Terre Haute North Vigo High School) to lead the district.
Indiana State University named the E.
Daniel and Sue Reinhard Family Safety, Health, and Environment Lab for the Bailey College of Engineering and Technology. The lab (located in Room 221 of the renovated facility) will support students as the Safety Management program transitions to the new Safety, Health and Environment program.
A pair of endangered barn owls at Goose Pond Fish & Wildlife Area laid eggs in their nest box and are now featured on a live feed online—experts expect the eggs will hatch around mid-May.
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.
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.
53rd Annual Banks Of The Wabash Festival
May 21 – 30 — Fairbanks Park — Free admission — Enjoy live music, midway rides, food vendors, and family fun.
River Wools Knit Happy Club
10 AM – 12 PM — River Wools, Terre Haute, IN — Membership required — Enhance your knitting skills and connect with fellow enthusiasts.
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