Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of October.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
Families attended the Healthy Halloween Spooktacular at the Terre Haute Children's Museum Tuesday (5 to 8 p.m.) as the museum and Rural Health Innovation Collaborative set up 16 interactive stations to promote healthy habits.
The Terre Haute Children's Museum invites families to explore science at Frankenstein Science during Fall Break, with sessions on Friday, Saturday and Monday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on Sunday from 1 to 3 p.m.—the event offers interactive STEM learning for kids.
Kilie Smith is set to take charge as the new superintendent of Terre Haute Parks and Recreation Department on January 1—city and county officials look forward to her leadership in protecting our public spaces.
Vigo County Commissioners presented plans at Tuesday's County Council meeting for a new Community Corrections Building on the new jail grounds — Garmong Construction set a $41M budget for a 16‐month project to add 250 beds for both men and women.
Veterans Village, a collection of six tiny homes for veterans around a pavilion at 2227 Maple Ave, is nearly complete with final touches underway—momentum slowed from the original Veterans Day 2023 target.
The project will soon allow veterans to move into their new homes.
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.
RED HAT ENTERPRISE LINUX SYSTEMS ADMIN I Training
Mon-Fri, Nov 3-7 — The Learning Lab — $2250 — Enhance your IT skills with comprehensive training on Red Hat Enterprise Linux systems administration.
American Sign Language Class
6:00 p.m. — Torner Community Center, Deming Park — Cost to enroll — Gain valuable communication skills through American Sign Language in a supportive environment.
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