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in Terre Haute
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute's Collett Park tennis courts have been refinished and resurfaced in time for summer play, as the Parks Department completed upgrades yesterday. Locals are invited to enjoy the improved courts — a new option for community recreation. WTHI-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A major gas leak occurred near 25th Street — Lafayette Avenue — Haythorne Avenue in Terre Haute as CenterPoint Energy and the Fire Department worked to fix the problem while officials urged residents to steer clear of the area. WTWO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State University Board of Trustees voted today to maintain in-state tuition and fees for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 school years using the current rate. The board also approved the Fiscal Year 2026 operating budget and revised key policies to meet legal standards and support student affordability. WTWO
- ➤ At Camp Bruce at Indiana State University, four-year-old Karson Morge participated in activities that help young people with significant needs learn to communicate. The camp uses interactive exercises to build social skills and confidence. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Indiana’s cigarette tax will increase for the first time in nearly two decades following a late April legislative effort to raise extra funds—this new rate takes effect on July 1 as the state fiscal year begins, and a gasoline excise tax will also continue its annual one-cent rise. Tribune-Star
- ➤ On Thursday, the Indiana Supreme Court heard a case over a rule that limits a home's tax cap to one acre. The case may cost local governments tax revenue while letting homeowners pay less—lawyers and judges warned assessors will need to review how each property is used. WTHI-TV
- ➤ Today, firefighters from the Terre Haute Fire Department face high temperatures that challenge their heavy gear and require cooling tents with misters and fans — extra crews rotate to let them rest and hydrate. WTHI-TV
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hamilton Center in Terre Haute is dedicating June to teaching locals about PTSD—showing that the disorder can affect anyone from combat veterans to those triggered by loud noises like car doors or fireworks. The center explains that treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR help many, although some still face a strong stigma when asking for help. WTWO
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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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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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Brantley Gilbert Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Mill Terre Haute — Ticket information not provided — Experience an unforgettable night with Brantley Gilbert and enjoy country music vibes.
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7th Annual 12 Points Car Show
9 AM – 3 PM — Collett Park — Free entry — Experience local food, music, and the excitement of classic cars at Terre Haute's largest fundraiser.
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Bringing Back the Bash 2025
2-7 p.m. — The Mill Terre Haute — Free entry — Showcase your classic ride and enjoy family fun with cars and burnouts.
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Old Dominion Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Mill Terre Haute — Tickets on sale February 28th — Country music fans can look forward to a live performance by Old Dominion.
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Alan Jackson Tribute Band
8-9:30 p.m. — Terre Haute Casino Resort — Ticket information available — A heartfelt tribute to a country legend filled with timeless music.
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