Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of September.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
Rail Safety Week runs from Sept.
14 to Sept. 20 to remind residents that rail crossings needn't be deadly if proper caution is taken—local messages stress slowing down and staying alert at tracks.
The Vigo County Family Recovery Court is hosting its second annual Resource Fair on Thursday at 33 S.
3rd St.—community members will meet local service providers and learn about recovery programs, with representatives available from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Gov. Mike Braun said Monday on Fort Wayne’s WOWO-FM 92.3 that lawmakers might meet for a special session in November to redraw congressional boundaries—his clearest signal in support of mid-cycle redistricting.
He urged Hoosier legislative leaders to guide the process.
The Terre Haute City Council will hold a public hearing Friday to review the 2026 sanitary budget—residents may attend to share input on the plan.
The Indiana Department of Transportation will host a hiring fair in Terre Haute on September 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 5693 East Sony Drive—job seekers can interview for winter seasonal positions including on-call snowplow roles paying $25 per hour and requiring a valid CDL.
On Tuesday, first responders in Terre Haute attended a rail safety demonstration organized by Indiana Railroad and local law enforcement to learn about heavy trains' long stopping distances and the need to obey crossing signals—officials stressed public safety was key.
2025 Pumpkin Harvest Market
10 AM – 4 PM — Jolly Pines Tree Farm — Free entry — Dive into fun with pumpkin picking, homemade ice cream, and Amish mums at this cozy autumn market.
Wabash Valley Pepper Fest & Hot Sauce Expo
10 AM – 6 PM — Poplar Pub — Admission Fee Required — Celebrate spice with hot sauce tastings, contests, and live music.
Indiana Middle School XC State Championships
Saturday, Oct 4th — LaVern Gibson Championship Cross Country Course — Free entry — Compete in one of the premier cross country championships for middle school athletes in Indiana.
Parke County Covered Bridge Festival
All day — Parke County Chamber of Commerce — Free entry — Celebrate fall with Indiana’s largest festival featuring historic covered bridges, crafts, and delicious food.
Indiana State Sycamores vs. South Dakota Coyotes
1-3 p.m. — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Cost info not provided — The Sycamores take on the Coyotes in a key Missouri Valley Football Conference clash.
Valparaiso Beacons vs. Indiana State Sycamores Women's Soccer
1 PM — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Support your local team — Cheer on the Sycamores in a fall MVC matchup.
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