Good morning, Terre Haute.

Marty Pollio, Ivy Tech's new statewide president, said the college is the workforce development engine of Indiana during his address at the Terre Haute campus on Thursday—he outlined plans for a new strategic plan to be launched in July 2026.

The Terre Haute Children's Museum is hosting Toddler Tuesday every week from 9 a.m. to noon for children aged 18 months to 4 years to learn, play, and make friends — the entry fee is $5 per person, funded by a grant from the Wabash Valley Community Foundation.

At Indiana State University's Student Business Market on Thursday at Dede Plaza, 25 student-run businesses showcased hand-crafted and artistic items to attract buyers—students like Bernice Asiedu and Troy Jones displayed unique wares including waist beads and magic card tricks.

After Congress failed to pass a stopgap measure to avoid a government shutdown, Gov. Mike Braun said Indiana is less dependent on federal aid and will take steps to keep key benefits in place.

He noted that state leaders plan to review essential services if any short-run losses occur—adding that Indiana will get through it.

The Terre Haute City Council passed Mayor Brandon Sakbun’s 2026 budget during its Thursday evening meeting at City Hall and set the city’s operating budget at $129 million—an increase of 1.47% from 2025, even though the city will receive $1 million less from the state due to Senate Enrolled Act 1 and rising inflation.

Horizon Health is hosting free educational sessions to explain changes in 2026 Medicare plans for local residents.

The sessions come ahead of the Medicare Open Enrollment Period—October 15 to December 7.

Union Health's Neurology clinic moved to the Professional Office Building No. 5 at 1530 North Seventh Street Suite 500 in Terre Haute.

Patients should use the new location for upcoming appointments.

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.

Sycamores vs. Bison Football Game

1-3 p.m. — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Cost info not specified — Don't miss Indiana State taking on North Dakota in a big home conference matchup.

Halloween Book Giveaway

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Vigo County Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with a family-friendly book giveaway event in Terre Haute.

Illinois State Redbirds vs Indiana State Sycamores Women's Soccer

1 PM — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Rivalry game as ISU faces Illinois State in their second-to-last home match of the season.

Trick or Treat Celebration

5:30-7 p.m. — Sycamore Manor — Free hot dogs and candy — Enjoy a spook-tacular evening of costumes and community fun.

Halloween Emo Nite III with Stereobella

8:00-11:59 p.m. — Terre Haute Brewing Company — Entry details not provided — Celebrate Halloween with a spirited night of emo music at Terre Haute Brewing Company.