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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • On Monday, Hamilton Center Foundation announced it distributed more than $50,000 in grants to 17 programs—covering 10 counties.  Tribune-Star

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Sarah Scott Middle School is undergoing a leadership change after Monday's Vigo County School Board meeting as confirmed by Superintendent Chris Himsel. Mark Miller—who served as principal from 1999 to 2011—is now interim principal while the district looks for a long-term replacement.  Tribune-Star

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Indiana is offering $508,559 in grants for community forestry projects in the state. Applications open September 15—Its deadline is October 23 and funding decisions will be announced by November 17.  WTHI-TV

SPORTS NEWS

  • Union Health is now the official provider of sports medicine for the Lavern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course in Terre Haute. The new agreement will support athletes during races and practice sessions.  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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