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Saturday, August 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Coy Park playground in Terre Haute is closed through Sept. 17 for the installation of new equipment + it will reopen Sept. 18.  Tribune-Star

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • An auto crash on Bolton Road led to a gas leak + trees catching fire on Thursday night around 10:45 p.m., so authorities evacuated the 900 block north of West Terre Haute, the sheriff's office said.  Tribune-Star

CULTURE NEWS

  • Mark Bennett reported on a discussion where authors talked about topics like Larry Bird—highlighting Randy Mills’ detailed research for his new book—and women's equality, Hollywood, and Cooperstown. The conversation provided local readers a mix of cultural and sports history insights.  Tribune-Star

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • On Monday, the Vigo County School Board will hold a second public hearing on a proposal to issue $12.2 million in general obligation bonds for facility maintenance projects—required by law.  Tribune-Star

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 8/28/25

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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.

    Sat, 8/30/25

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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.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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  • Dementia Education Series: A Positive Approach to Care

    1-3 p.m. — Providence Spirituality & Conference Center — Free entry — Acquire essential skills and confidence to care for your loved one through expert-led dementia training.

    Wed, 9/10/25

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  • Kathleen Madigan Live

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Hatfield Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Kathleen Madigan during her latest tour.

    Fri, 9/12/25

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  • Terre Haute Symphony Orchestra: Tabla & Titan

    7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Indiana State University — Tickets sold separately — Experience a captivating blend of Indian classical rhythms and Mahler's Symphony No. 1.

    Sat, 9/13/25

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  • 37th Annual Old Fashion Day

    Tons of fun — All day — Collett Park — Free entry — Enjoy crafts, activities, music, and food in a festive atmosphere.

    Sun, 9/14/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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