Today
in Terre Haute
Saturday, October 18th, 2025
Good morning, Terre Haute. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Council on Domestic Abuse hosted a cookout at Baesler's Market today to raise funds for services that help domestic abuse victims. Hot dogs and hamburgers were served—net profits went to support emergency shelter, legal advocacy, and intervention education. WTHI-TV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Gallery at Arts Illiana opened its smallART2025 exhibition from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday—light refreshments were served, and it will be open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tribune-Star
- ➤ Dale and Pat Bringman from Terre Haute took two years to complete a 198-page book called The Terre Haute YMCA Story—covering 133 years of YMCA history. Their work follows a 2022 companion book on the local YWCA. Tribune-Star
- ➤ The CANDLES Holocaust Museum and Education Center will present the annual Walter Sommers Lecture on Holocaust History — the event starts at 2 p.m. Nov. 9 — at its museum at 1532 S. Third St. Tribune-Star
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers and employers benefited from Friday's job fair at Goodwill's Excel Center in the Meadows Shopping Center — hosted by WorkOne Western Indiana, where several conversations led to scheduled interviews and promising prospects. Tribune-Star
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Vigo County School Corp. adopted a facility plan in June to consolidate schools and close four elementary schools like Davis Park Elementary — a move that has sparked debate over a state law passed more than a decade ago which requires districts to follow specific funding rules when public schools are slated for closure. Officials said the plan will address aging buildings while critics warn the law may complicate district finances in the long term. Tribune-Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Vigo County School Board will act Monday on a $180 million overall 2026 budget. The plan sets aside $109 million for education and nearly $46.4 million for operations (with nearly $15.2 million for debt service) and provides $550,000 for the Inland Casino Fund (and $8.8 million for the operating referendum fund). Tribune-Star
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Sarah McQuaid Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Vigo County History Center — Free entry — Enjoy an enchanting evening with the musical talents of Sarah McQuaid at this community event.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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