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Wednesday, January 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lane restrictions at Sagamore Parkway and South Street are scheduled for January 8-9 due to light pole replacement work. Star City News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An early morning fire in a Downtown Lafayette apartment building led to one hospitalization and a street closure, with the cause under investigation. Star City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tabbatha Nichole Snider was charged with methamphetamine possession and paraphernalia after a traffic stop in Tippecanoe County revealed drugs in her purse. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Boy Scouts met with Mayor Tony Roswarski and other city officials at City Hall to learn about local government operations through discussions and interactive activities. Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ West Lafayette City Council postpones decision on allowing 'granny flats' in residential areas to March, amid community debate on housing solutions. Journal & Courier
- ➤ West Lafayette's city council delayed a vote on an ordinance allowing homeowners to build rental units onto their homes, citing the need for more resident feedback. Star City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette area hospitals implement visitor restrictions to protect patients and community from the surge in flu, Covid, and RSV cases. Star City News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue football enhances its secondary by adding Ryan Turner, a former Ohio State recruit, from the transfer portal, following the loss of every starting cornerback from last season. Journal & Courier
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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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Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez
Ballet Folklorico de Mexico de Amalia Hernandez will showcase traditional Mexican dance and culture at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.
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Lollipop Family Concert Featuring an Instrument Petting Zoo
A family-friendly concert that includes an Instrument Petting Zoo for kids to explore orchestral instruments.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.
~ Rumi
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