Today
in Terre Haute
Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Covered with Love Diaper Bank will celebrate 10 years by hosting a banquet at the Terre Haute Convention Center on September 20—tickets are on sale and all proceeds benefit the organization that has distributed nearly half a million diapers since 2015. WTWO
- ➤ The Indiana Community Action Poverty Institute is offering two free online workshops to help community members learn their rights and step-by-step strategies for handling medical debt—those with questions about medical bills are encouraged to attend. Tribune-Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Vigo County jury convicted Jesse Hess, 38, on Thursday on four charges including murder, robbery causing serious injury, aggravated battery and battery with a deadly weapon in connection with the August 2020 beating and robbery death of a Terre Haute man at his home and he was acquitted of an armed robbery charge. Tribune-Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In June, Indiana saw the largest drop in the unemployment rate in the nation with a 0.6 percentage point decrease from June 2024 — the state added 21,114 workers to its workforce now totaling 3,456,819. WTWO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Brandon Sakbun said he will explore a local nonprofit grant program to help keep the 14th and Chestnut Community Center open after a $372,000 federal grant loss may force its closure in September. He directed his team to assess the impact of federal and state funding cuts and will request gaming revenue funds from City Council in 2026—urging faith-based, private, and philanthropic groups to support the center. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Beginning on or after Wednesday, the Indiana Department of Transportation will temporarily close Indiana 159 in Blackhawk to replace a culvert between Finer Street and All Street. Drivers should use the detour via Indiana 46 — Indiana 59 — Indiana 246 as work is expected to last about one day and is weather dependent. Tribune-Star
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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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Free Medical, Dental, and Vision Services
6 a.m. — Terre Haute South Vigo High School — Free services available — Get essential health care with no ID needed on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Dustin Lynch Live Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — The Mill Terre Haute — Ticketed event — Experience the country vibes of Dustin Lynch at sunset in Terre Haute.
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Free Movie Night: Little Giants
9:30 p.m. — Moonlite Drive-In Theater — Free entry — Enjoy a nostalgic classic under the stars with games and community fun.
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Vegas McGraw, The Ultimate Garth Brooks Tribute & BIGG Country
6-11 p.m. — Fairbanks Park — $10 admission — Experience the ultimate Garth Brooks tribute with Vegas McGraw and BIGG Country's live performance.
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Sip & Charm
12-3 p.m. — WaterTower Estates — Special pricing for drinks — Enjoy a delightful afternoon with mimosas, wine, charcuterie, and charm-making.
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