Good morning, Lafayette.

Lafayette residents recalled 2025 milestones like graduation, new jobs and travel while a teacher celebrated coaching a girls’ wrestling team at Greater Lafayette Career Academy; they look ahead to 2026 with plans for more schooling, travel and local sports success—energizing the community for the new year.

On Dec. 31, 2025, Purdue senior Caylee James and Seeger High School football coach Scott Cronk responded to a distressed cow in West Lafayette, ensuring a calf was born safely in sub-20°F conditions.

Their work provided hands-on animal care experience for students training for vet school.

McAllister Rec Center will launch its Coding Mind Program to teach computer science fundamentals to 5th-10th graders.

Classes will be held on Thursdays from 6-7 p.m. starting Jan. 29 and ending March 26 (spots cost $190 per person).

The Lafayette Fire Department congratulated Firefighter Damon Downey on his upcoming retirement after 28 years of service.

Downey’s final shift involved responding to one of four recent fires that affected a former firefighter’s home.

Purdue women’s basketball lost to No. 19 Ohio State on Dec.

31 at Mackey Arena — the Boilermakers fell 83-56 and will travel to play Nebraska on Jan. 4, Wisconsin on Jan. 8 and Washington on Jan. 11.

Rossville forward Nolan Britt hit a game-winning 3-pointer as time expired in the Indiana Kitchen Holiday Classic championship on Dec.

31, 2025 at Delphi. His shot, which marked his parents' 19th anniversary, lifted his team to a 60-59 win over Taylor.

Centier Bank in Lafayette (201 Main St. Suite 100) is hosting a contest for a unique 18-karat horseshoe valued at $10,000; visitors can enter by scanning a QR code at branches, using guest services at Lucas Oil Stadium, or signing up online, with entries accepted for one more week.

Vision Board Party

1-3 p.m. — West Lafayette Indiana Nutrition — $10 for board and supplies, $20 for board, supplies & drink — Create a vision board to outline your goals for the year ahead.

The Hobbit

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of The Hobbit in a charming local theater setting.

Find Your Fit, Lafayette: School Showcase

Looking for the right K–12 school option for your child? Join us for an evening designed to help Lafayette-area families explore the best private school opportunities available!

Find Your Fit, Lafayette: School Showcase

Looking for the right K–12 school option for your child? Join us for an evening designed to help Lafayette-area families explore the best private school opportunities available!

Purdue Community Jazz Showcase

7 PM — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience an evening of lively jazz featuring Artist-In-Residence, Kirby Fellis.