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Lafayette
Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The West Lafayette Wendy's (252 E. State St.) closed on Dec. 29 as Wendy's corporate shuttered underperforming stores, affecting the local franchise run by Frosty Management Corp. Journal & Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Crawfordsville family and a West Lafayette family welcomed the first babies of 2026 on New Year's Day—River was born at Franciscan Health Lafayette East and Willow at IU Health Arnett Hospital. Journal & Courier
- ➤ At Franciscan Health Lafayette East, baby River Joseph was born five minutes after the ball dropped on New Year's Day. The newborn weighed 5 lbs, 9 ounces and measured 17.5 inches while the family received a celebratory gift basket. Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue basketball plays Wisconsin at 8 p.m. ET today at Kohl Center in Madison. The Boilermakers (11-1) will look to extend their win streak as the Badgers (9-4) aim to challenge them in Big Ten play. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter previewed today's game against Wisconsin at the Kohl Center by outlining team tactics and key matchups. He emphasized strategy adjustments aimed at boosting team performance in the upcoming contest. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Benton Central's girls wrestling team won its first IHSAA sectional title on Jan. 2 with 166.5 points, led by champions Laurana Dillon, Izzy Sayre and Sydney Groves+ The program grew from three wrestlers in 2023-24 to a team that challenged Lafayette powerhouses. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Former Purdue football defensive coordinator Mike Scherer left his role last month and will return to UNLV with a three-year contract. He previously coached at UNLV under coach Barry Odom during the 2023 to 2024 season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue football backup linebacker and safety Winston Berglund, a Carmel grad, reversed his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal and will stay with Purdue since his change of heart was announced before the Jan. 16 deadline — he had originally intended to explore transfer options on Dec. 8. 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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