Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Architects map the path forward: Last week, Terre Haute’s mayor announced a fall expansion of Booker T. Washington Park’s community center without property tax dollars, with work underway to grow youth sports and activities -- see what's planned next.

Boost for community support: On April 14, Duke Energy awarded grants to four Wabash Valley groups, including Heart to Heart Inc. and The Isaiah 117 Project, each receiving $5,000 to support essential needs programs -- get all the details.

Protect yourself outdoors: As summer nears, the Vigo County Health Department warns about ticks. Use repellent, check your skin and clothes, remove any you find promptly, and clean the bite afterward -- get tick prevention guidance.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Pints with neighbors: Because sometimes you just want a relaxed pint, a bite, and friendly faces without crossing town, 12 Pints Pub nails the neighborhood hang. Slide in for an easy catch-up, post-game decompression, or solo unwind, then leave feeling like you accidentally joined a nicer version of group chat.

Boots without the guesswork: Boot City is Indiana’s largest country western store with over 8,000 work and western boots ready to try, plus 9,000 pairs of jeans, hats, and tack. Get sized up by folks who know their stuff, then admire the swamp monster and cowbell collection on your victory lap.

Free culture fix: Take a brain break at Swope Art Museum this week, a free-admission gem with 19th and 20th century American art tucked inside a stately 1901 building. It’s the kind of quiet inspiration that makes errands feel lighter and weeknights less Netflix-y, plus you can linger without your wallet twitching.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🤝 Vigo County CEO 2026 Trade Show @ Terre Haute Convention Center | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:00 PM – Swing by the Vigo County trade show where eleven CEO students launch actual businesses, not lemonade stands. It is free, open to everyone, and nosy-browsing is encouraged. Expect a ribbon to cut, some proud parents, and a few future bosses.

🏷 UWF Annual Yard Sale @ Memorial United Methodist Church | Thursday (4/30) at 3:00 PM – Closets groaning with “someday” stuff? The annual UWF yard sale is back, a three-day treasure hunt where you can donate your extras, score a few finds, and support United Women in Faith at MUMC. Church-basement bargains, neighborly chatter, and guilt-free decluttering.

📅 May First Friday @ Downtown Terre Haute | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – First Friday is back on 7th Street, free, festive, and very Terre Haute. Stroll under twinkly lights, browse makers and pop-ups, sip something decent, catch live tunes, and wave to at least three people you know. Bring a chair, a friend, and the well-behaved dog.

🥞 Pancake Breakfast @ LongHorn Steakhouse | Saturday (5/2) at 8:00 AM – If your idea of philanthropy involves maple syrup, this $10 all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast fuels our academic teams and awards. Grab tickets from Mr. Cadick before school, from a Booster Club board member, or during SRT, and call it community service with butter.

📚 Friends Book Sale @ Vigo County Public Library | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Clean out a shelf, then restock it for pocket change at the Friends of the Library book sale. Thousands of books, DVDs, CDs, and more, from current bestsellers to beloved classics. Prices are friendly, and proceeds keep our library humming.

🐂 Life-Size Oregon Trail @ Vigo County Public Library - Main Library | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Relive your elementary-school glory with a life-size Oregon Trail trek from Dewey Point to Fairbanks Park, complete with broken wagons, wildlife, and river crossings. Team up, channel your inner pioneer, and try not to die of dysentery. Wear comfy shoes, pack layers, bring your wit.

🍺 Strassenfest @ Terre Haute German Oberlandler Club | Saturday (5/2) at 11:00 AM – Nothing beats brats, beer, and a little oompah when the Terre Haute German Oberlandler Club throws Strassenfest. Expect family-friendly vibes, steins and pretzels, local music and dancers, and it is cash only, so swing by the ATM like it is 1995, then settle in.

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