Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
Good morning, Terre Haute.
Baesler’s Market will hold a fundraiser for CODA—the local domestic abuse group in the Wabash Valley—on Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2900 Poplar St.—supporting vital services for survivors.
Scouting America’s Wabash Valley District will host its premier fundraising event for the 2026 Friends of Scouting Campaign at Terre Haute First Baptist Church—honoring longtime champions Frank Mitchell and Jim Stolt on Nov.
20 at 6 p.m.
Terre Haute leaders celebrated National White Cane Day as Mayor Brandon Sakbun read a proclamation downtown and city officials announced plans for audible crosswalks — curb ramps and bumped warning strips on sidewalks to enhance ADA compliance.
Nellie (Magnanti) Hohne, a 1999 mechanical engineering graduate, has joined Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology's Board of Trustees as the newest alumni representative.
Her two-year term began during the board’s fall meeting.
Indiana University Media School fired director Jim Rodenbush Tuesday after he refused to instruct students to remove news from an upcoming special print edition of the Indiana Daily Student—he said administrators had ordered him to censor the paper a week earlier—and his dismissal followed that decision.
At Tuesday night’s Vigo County Council meeting, the council voted 4-3 on an ordinance to block extra funding for schools without voter approval, prompting community leaders and a parent to express concern about stalled plans for new facilities.
Councilman Steve Ellis said he introduced the measure to control spending — while Commissioner Chris Switzer urged that the new VCSC leadership be given a chance to make improvements.
Union Health announced yesterday that certified physician assistant Cody Manley, a Terre Haute native and graduate of Terre Haute South Vigo and Indiana State University, joined Northside Family Medicine—he worked as a medical scribe at Union Hospital before entering physician assistant school.
The Vigo County Health Department checked food places from Oct.6 to Oct.12 and found that some sites did not meet safety rules while others were in compliance—Rally’s and Denny’s experienced issues while several locations received new approval dates to operate or open.
The inspection report provides key details on observed problems such as low temperatures and debris, along with new operating dates for approved sites.
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.
7th & 70 Wine & Craft Beer Tasting
6-9 p.m. — Zorah Shrine — Entry fee required — Explore over 200 wines and 25 craft beers while supporting a great cause.
Illinois State Redbirds vs. Indiana State Sycamores Football
1-3 p.m. — Indiana State University Memorial Stadium — Great football and fall vibes — Catch the Sycamores at home against longtime rival Illinois State.
Pathways Pantry
12-2 p.m. — Pathways Day Center — No cost — A community food assistance program providing essential services to those in need.
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