Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
Good morning, Lafayette.
🎓 Education
Purdue University named Matthew R.
Conaway as the new 6th Director of the All-American Marching Band. He has served Purdue in several roles & his appointment marks another milestone in his long commitment to the institution.
Kitchen Academy will offer a hands-on cooking class for kids ages 6-15 on Jan.
10 from noon to 2 p.m. at Margerum City Hall; students learn kitchen safety, knife use, and recipe basics while registration costs $25 & must be completed online.
🏈 Sports
Ivy Tech Journal & Courier invites Lafayette sports fans to vote for the first Athlete of the Week of 2026 for performances in IHSAA championships during Dec.
29-Jan. 3 (voting closes Thursday at noon).
Purdue football updated its transfer portal moves when two players entered Monday and safety Smiley Bradford withdrew his name to return to the team.
Texas running back Jerrick Gibson + former USC guard Micah Banuelos also joined commitments as Purdue builds its 2026 roster.
On Dec. 30, Central Catholic forward Calvin Reisman hosted Lafayette area top plays of the week, featuring standout plays from boys + girls basketball and IHSAA girls wrestling sectionals.
Purdue football coaches used their USC connection to secure two offensive linemen.
Guard Micah Banuelos committed Monday morning and transfer player Makai Saina signed to strengthen the front line.
Purdue football added defensive lineman Jeremy Lewis Jr. to its 2026 signing class on Jan.
5. The NJCAA All-American from Iowa Western recorded 24 tackles (including nine sacks) and joins Purdue as the team looks to strengthen its defense.
On Monday, Jan. 5, Purdue safety Smiley Bradford announced he would remain with the football team after entering the transfer portal + his decision helps stabilize a secondary that lost three starters due to expired eligibility.
Purdue football added former USC offensive lineman Micah Banuelos, who played five games last season, as the team seeks to rebuild its offensive line.
Banuelos announced his commitment on Monday + brings Big Ten experience to boost the Boilermakers' performance.
On Monday, Jan. 5, Purdue football center Bradyn Joiner (from Auburn) entered the NCAA transfer portal after starting all 12 games in 2025, leaving left tackle Joey Tanona as the only confirmed returning offensive lineman for 2026.
The team will adjust its lineup this season.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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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.
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.
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