Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of June.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
The 2025 Southern Indiana Vintage Camper Rally will take place at Fowler Park from June 12 to 15 and marks its 15th year of celebrating vintage camping culture.
An open house on June 14 from 10 a.m. to noon will feature 50 vintage campers—inviting local enthusiasts to experience camping history firsthand.
Indiana State University will offer a new Bachelor of Science in Forensics program this fall—giving Terre Haute students a fresh study option—and will share more details about the curriculum soon.
Camp Navigate's summer camp began Tuesday at Terre Haute First Baptist Church and will run for ten weeks.
Executive Director Eleanor Ramsesier said the camp now enrolls 280 campers compared to 50 in its first year—more spots remain available.
The Indiana Department of Transportation poured the State Road 246 bridge deck and will replace its barrier rail later this week, weather permitting, with work expected to be completed this summer + officials confirmed that adjustments may occur if conditions change.
The Terre Haute Fire Department is providing summer safety tips—warning residents to drink 64 ounces of water daily and advising children under eight to have an eight‑ounce drink per year of age—and to follow burn ordinances to ensure safe bonfires, cookouts, and pool days.
THFD Captain Nick Arnold stressed the need to keep a fire extinguisher handy and avoid burning near structures.
Today at 3:00 p.m., Thrive West Central holds a ribbon-cutting ceremony at South Fruitridge Avenue and Hulman Street to launch Bear Creek Townhouses, the new addition to the Homes for the Future Program that offers townhomes in the mid $300k range.
The development adds 42 maintenance-free townhomes with about 1,991 square feet of space, three bedrooms, a two-car garage, and a dog park — funded by American Rescue Plan dollars and led by local developer Jon Mutchner.
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.
Summer Games
12 PM – 4 PM — Indiana State University — Volunteer registration available — Discover extraordinary athleticism and inclusion in action.
WVRR Kids Running Program
8 AM – 8 PM — Deming Park — Registration required — Exciting running program for kids ages 4-13 promoting fitness and fun.
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.
Annual Car Show
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Cobblestone Crossings Health Campus — Free entry — Celebrate local automotive culture at this beloved community tradition.
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.
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.
WTE Farmers Market
12-4 p.m. — WaterTower Estates — Free entry — Enjoy local produce, artisanal foods, and live music in a picturesque winery setting.
Terre Haute Independence Day Celebration
Dusk — Fairbanks Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with food, live music, and a spectacular fireworks show.
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