Today
in Terre Haute
Friday, August 8th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute firefighter Nathan Huyck, off duty on Saturday afternoon, heard his neighbor shouting and rushed to help as she was giving birth in her front yard. He coached her to push as the newborn, who was born blue, needed urgent care before firefighters and an ambulance took the infant to a local hospital. WTHI-TV
- ➤ CASA will host an Elks Fish Fry for CASA at 2125 N. 25th St. (4 to 8 p.m. Saturday) offering dine-in and drive-through meals (adult meals are $13 and children's are $10) along with raffles, a beer garden and live headliner music by Kingsly T from 4:30 to 6:30. Tribune-Star
- ➤ The Vigo County Public Library will host an event on Thursday, August 14 from 3 to 6 p.m. at its Main Library’s Lifelong Learning Center—attendees can meet new Executive Director Jordan Orwig who succeeded Kristi Howe. WTHI-TV
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Popular mall store Claire's filed for bankruptcy court permission to sell nearly 700 locations nationwide and will close dozens of Indiana stores. The chain's restructuring plan includes the Haute City Center location in Terre Haute—aiming to streamline its operations. WTHI-TV
- ➤ A new McDonald's opened on Jessica Drive in front of Menards on the south side of Vigo County. The restaurant welcomes customers while owners will soon share details on a planned grand opening. WTHI-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Last week, the United Association of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 157 welcomed nearly 200 new apprentices in a swearing-in ceremony that started their careers in vital skilled trades for Indiana’s infrastructure. The union, which serves 22 counties, has spent 129 years training workers & driving regional growth. Tribune-Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Greater Terre Haute NAACP Branch held the first forum on a carbon capture pilot project affecting Vigo and Vermillion counties on July 21 and will host the second forum at the Vigo County Public Library on Aug 18. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Terre Haute City Engineer Marcus Maurer appeared before the City Council on Thursday to seek amendments to several city codes and a transfer of funds to pay for three electric vehicles — the vehicles will eventually be reimbursed by the federal government. He had earlier tried to amend the Property Maintenance Code to stop buildings from reaching condemnation status. Tribune-Star
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thrive West Central and the Sisters of Providence will offer dementia awareness training sessions in September based on Teepa Snow’s Positive Approach to Care, with award-winning nurse Beth Collins and Dementia Outreach specialist Amy Schorr leading the training — care partners, family members and friends will have respite care available. Tribune-Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State University announced that Sycamore football player Edward Amankwah died unexpectedly before he began his senior season—officials said his passing was unrelated to athletic activities. The cause of his death was not provided. Tribune-Star
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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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Indiana State Sycamores Football Season Opener
6-8 p.m. — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Cost information not provided — Cheer on the Sycamores as they kick off the 2025 season at home against McKendree under the lights.
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Pop-Up Market
9 AM – 3 PM — Meadows Shopping Center — Free entry — Shop for unique gifts and enjoy a variety of food trucks at a vibrant local market.
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Ben Folds Live
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hatfield Hall — Tickets available — Experience the genre-bending music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Folds.
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