Today
in Terre Haute
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday morning, Shelburn held its second annual farmers market in the old bank parking lot in front of the police department — the event happens monthly and lets locals buy fresh and homemade goods while inviting new vendors to apply at town hall and the library. WTWO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Spectrum—the No. 1 rural internet provider—announced it will expand its internet, mobile, TV and voice services to over 2,300 rural homes and businesses in Vigo County. The expansion is expected to bring improved connectivity to areas with limited service. Tribune-Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Percy Clark, a director at an Indiana online charter school from Carmel, pleaded guilty on June 1 to conspiracy to commit wire fraud—he admitted inflating enrollment figures to secure extra state education funds and now faces up to 20 years in prison and a $250,000 fine or twice the amount gained. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Three people were injured in a shooting early Sunday on the 3100 block of Schaal Avenue (police said). Tribune-Star
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Swope Art Museum is closed for renovations until January 2026 for a $6.5 million upgrade that replaces the old elevator, adds a new stairway and art storage, builds an education center and updates the HVAC—improvements meant to better protect its art and improve access. Fred Nation said this is the museum's first major renovation in 25 years. WTHI-TV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute North, Terre Haute South and West Vigo High Schools held their 2025 commencements on Sunday. West Vigo held its ceremony in the school's gym—the Jim Mann Green Dome—while North and South celebrated in the Hulman Center. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Megan Hinze—a senior at Terre Haute South Vigo High School—was awarded the first endowed Math or Science Educator Scholarship by the Vigo County Education Foundation. She will attend Indiana University this fall to major in secondary math education. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ FSSA Secretary Mitch Roob said Gov. Braun inherited a messy Medicaid program and child care system with rising costs for ABA therapy and attendant care, and he plans to reshape spending to prevent future deficits. He spoke at the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute’s Policy Summit in Indianapolis and explained that these issues have led to nearly $1 billion in Medicaid shortfalls and a loss of over 20,000 daycare slots — challenges he aims to address over the next four years. WTHI-TV
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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.
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Summer Games
12 PM – 4 PM — Indiana State University — Volunteer registration available — Discover extraordinary athleticism and inclusion in action.
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WVRR Kids Running Program
8 AM – 8 PM — Deming Park — Registration required — Exciting running program for kids ages 4-13 promoting fitness and fun.
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NO KINGS Peaceful Rally and Food Drive
On Saturday, June 14, we’re taking to the streets nationwide to tell the administration that America has no kings. We will also be holding a Food Drive for Brown Baggers School Food Program of Sullivan County.
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Annual Car Show
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Cobblestone Crossings Health Campus — Free entry — Celebrate local automotive culture at this beloved community tradition.
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Gears for Grunts Car Show 2025
10 AM – 2 PM — Top Guns — Pre-registration includes a t-shirt — Enjoy live music, food, and bounce houses while supporting veterans.
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Album Release Party and Pop/Punk Prom
7-11:30 p.m. — Terre Haute Brewing Company — $10 Presale / $15 Day of Show — Relive your high school prom with emo vibes, live music, and a free album download.
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WTE Farmers Market
12-4 p.m. — WaterTower Estates — Free entry — Enjoy local produce, artisanal foods, and live music in a picturesque winery setting.
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