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Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wolf Park invites the public to donate used Christmas trees for animal enrichment, with certain requirements to ensure the trees are safe for the wildlife. Star City News
- ➤ Tippecanoe County Sheriff Bob Goldsmith emphasizes the importance of choosing alternatives to drunk driving to ensure safety during New Year celebrations, highlighting the national rise in drunk driving incidents. Star City News
- ➤ Volunteers are needed for Lafayette’s annual Point-in-Time homeless count on January 30 to help secure necessary funding and services. Star City News
- ➤ Lafayette Police Department introduces an Online Reporting Wizard for residents to report non-emergency incidents like theft and vandalism, enhancing report efficiency and accessibility. Star City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ In Tippecanoe County during 2024, four individuals died due to homicide, yet charges were filed in only half of these cases. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Donald Spence received an 18-year sentence for possessing 44.87 grams of methamphetamine and related charges in Lafayette. Star City News
- ➤ Spencer T.C. Davidson was charged with disarming a law enforcement officer and other offenses after a confrontation at his grandmother's Lafayette home. Star City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette stores witnessed increased foot and car traffic as last-minute shoppers prepared for New Year's Eve celebrations. Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette, West Lafayette, and Tippecanoe County offices, along with the U.S. Postal Service, will close for New Year's Day, impacting mail service and public office operations. Star City News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Julie Fields is set to open Capo Wine Bar, an Italian-inspired venue in downtown Lafayette, drawing on her family's heritage and her desire for a cozy wine bar atmosphere. Journal & Courier
SHOP NEWS
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Robert Burns Supper 2025
The Robert Burns Supper features traditional Scottish poetry, haggis, music from bagpipes and drums, country dancing, and entertainment.
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Indiana Vintage Market Returns to Lafayette
The Indiana Vintage Market will feature over 50 vendors selling vintage clothing and items at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds.
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Ashley McBryde Live Concert
Ashley McBryde will perform live at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Lafayette, Indiana.
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January Friday Night Live Featuring Traveler's Dream
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette hosts Traveler's Dream for a musical evening showcasing a blend of traditional and modern influences.
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