Happy weekend, Terre Haute! In today’s happening-today edition: New county mapping tool, rubber duck regatta, and wine on the Wabash + events worth checking out today & tomorrow.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
New county mapping resource: Vigo County launched an online mapping tool for residents to view political districts, legal drains, and a map of road closures from flooding or downed trees, with public alerts -- see what it includes.
Transit upgrades in progress: Terre Haute will upgrade five bus shelters in 2026, replacing old structures and installing new ones, while partnering with Metropolitan Planning Organization to seek federal funding for improved pedestrian access -- explore the bus shelter upgrades.
Growth across the region: Most west central Indiana communities added residents in 2024-2025, Census estimates show, with gains tied to housing, amenities, and development investments, and what the trend could mean for Terre Haute -- see the population gains.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
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Camp without the haul: From full-hookup RV sites and cozy cabins to legit tent spots and a glamping tent, Terre Haute Campground makes a weeknight campfire or low-key weekend ridiculously easy... open year-round, golf cart friendly, and close enough that you can still run home for the forgotten marshmallows.
Swing into summer: If your short game and social calendar need a boost, The Country Club of Terre Haute pairs an 18 hole, par 71 William Diddel design with a renovated pool, tennis for casual and serious players, and a terrace bar that makes after round hangouts easy. Worth a look this week.
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05 — The event calendar Around town today & tomorrowOur favorite events going on the rest of this weekend. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🚴 Gears for Grunts @ Top Guns | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Craving a little throttle therapy? Gears for Grunts brings cars, bikes, and community, with every entry supporting Loyal Veterans Battalion as they feed and clothe homeless vets in the Wabash Valley, so dust off the classic, or embrace the crumbs in your daily, and register.
🛍 Premier Pop-Up Events Summer at the Mall Market @ Haute City Center | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Summer at Haute City Center brings a pop-up market with local vendors, food trucks, face painting, and a few surprises. Think AC browsing, neighbor run-ins, and snacks that make you wonder why you ever kept that food court punch card.
🦆 Rubber Duck Regatta @ Carplex | Saturday (6/20) at 11:00 AM – Carplex is turning into a duck dealership, Terre Haute style. Adopt a $5 quacker, grab lunch from the trucks, then watch it hit the Wabash on the Fourth for a shot at $10K, while Catholic Charities turns your whim into meals, shelter, and mentoring.
🏆 HOF Induction Ceremony @ Idle Creek Golf Course Banquet Facilities | Saturday (6/20) at 1:00 PM – Indiana’s finest are getting their laps memorialized as the 2026 class enters the Track & Field Hall of Fame. Expect stories that outlast the backstretch, proud coaches, and athletes who still beat us in the grocery aisle sprint, plus plenty of well-earned applause.
🧵 Craft Curious Class-Simple Machine Sewing @ The Magpies' Nest | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Make a cotton book bag, pocket optional, while learning simple machine sewing. Supplies are included, two machines are shared or bring your own with the manual, and the $40 covers class, materials, and a beverage, so your tote finally outclasses those grocery freebies.
🎆 Shattered Glass - 250th Anniversary Celebration @ Makers Studio at Twelve Points | Saturday (6/20) at 4:00 PM – Whether you craft or just graduated from macaroni art, celebrate 250 years at a shattered glass class that trades smoke for sparkle. Make a 12-inch flag frame in red, white, and blue, all supplies included, beginner friendly, a keepsake for 4th and Memorial Day.
🍷 Wine on the Wabash @ Fairbanks Park | Saturday (6/20) – Wine on the Wabash returns to Fairbanks Park with Henry Lee Summer, two nights of music, local wine, and a river breeze that almost counts as AC. You will remember more lyrics than your kids expect, and early birds snag the shade and better pours. Live music & entertainment:
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
06 — The Terre Haute report Weather forecastToday — High: 82°F — Low: 63°F — Precip: 12%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. West southwest wind 0 to 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 63. West northwest wind 0 to 5 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 79°F — Low: 66°F — Precip: 88%
A chance of rain showers between 8am and 11am, then showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 79. Southeast wind 2 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between three quarters and one inch possible. Later: Showers and thunderstorms. Some of the storms could produce heavy rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 66. Southwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New rainfall amounts between 2 and 3 inches possible. This house is wildThis updated 3-bed, 2-bath home spans 2,164 square feet on 22 acres in eastern Vigo County, with two fireplaces, two roomy living areas, and big windows that frame the scenery. A screened-in porch adds a breezy hangout spot, while deer and turkeys regularly wander the backyard, making the whole property feel like a private nature show.
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