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Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown residents shared New Year’s resolutions, with Noah McRoberts planning to reconnect with old friends after moving out of state and Seth Gregory aiming to build new connections after graduation (both reflected on 2025 achievements) to fuel personal growth in Lafayette this year. Star City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Franciscan Health Lafayette East welcomed its first baby of 2026 when River Joseph was born on New Year's morning. The newborn weighed 5 lbs, 9 oz and measured 17.5 inches, while the family received a gift basket from the hospital Auxiliary and gift shop. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Some of Purdue football's top players (including Winston Berglund and Smiley Bradford) have announced their intent to join the NCAA transfer portal as it opens today, with the team set to review moves while the 15-day window remains open until Jan. 16. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Indiana football fans can now order a new hardcover collector’s book titled 'PERFECT! Indiana’s Historic Rise to the Big Ten Championship' that chronicles the Hoosiers’ 14-0 season, first outright Big Ten title and historic Rose Bowl win (with commemorative page prints available). Journal & Courier
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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.
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