Good morning, Lafayette.

Purdue basketball donated nearly 9,000 pounds (lbs) of food during its holiday drive to Food Finders, and the donation will help feed local families in need in Lafayette.

The Lafayette Bridal Expo will feature over 50 wedding experts, including local venues, catering and food vendors, tomorrow from 12 to 4 p.m. at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds East Wing — the expo offers free online registration for couples planning their big day.

Permit filings show that two planned Wawa locations in Lafayette are progressing.

The South Street store is under construction and a permit for store signage has been filed at the U.S. 52 location, but the company did not provide an opening date.

Von’s Shops owner John von Erdmannsdorff said his West Lafayette store is slow with Purdue students still on break — more customers are expected when classes resume for spring semester.

He said returning alumni and in-person shopping help keep the business busy.

Country musician Josh Turner will perform live on Jan.

23 at The Long Center for the Performing Arts. Tickets are now available.

Indiana officials said the state will forgo running the SUN Bucks program for schoolchildren this summer because rising costs + pending federal SNAP changes could add $260 million a year in expenses.

Former Indiana Mr. Football Brady Allen signed with Indiana State on Thursday.

He began his college career at Purdue before transferring to Louisville and played at Gibson Southern, and he retains two years of eligibility.

Harrison junior Jake Schremp changed his mindset to grab 10 rebounds and push his team to a 64-55 win over West Lafayette on Jan.

9 — his improved focus earned praise from coach Mark Rinehardt and set up a boost toward an IHSAA sectional title.

Purdue football bolstered its lineup by adding offensive lineman Nuku Mafi from Oklahoma State and defensive lineman Rodney Lora from Central Florida on Jan.

9 via the transfer-portal process. Coach Barry Odom is building the team after losing key starters.

On Jan. 9, WLFI aired Gold and Black Live (featuring segments on Purdue football and Big Ten hoops) with discussions by Tom Dienhart, Dub Jellison, Purdue Hall of Famer Bruce Parkinson, and BTN’s Bruce Weber.

The broadcast offered local sports insights that resonated with community fans.

Purdue basketball is set to take on Penn State at 2 p.m. today at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette – the Boilermakers come off six straight wins while Penn State is without its injured leading scorer.

Athletic director Mike Bobinski said Purdue football saved a large share of its revenue funds for key transfer signings and scholarships, aiming for a sustainable turnaround after a rough season.

He detailed the strategy during a roundtable with local reporters on Friday (Jan. 9) in West Lafayette.

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.

Lollipop Concert Featuring Stravinsky's Firebird

7 PM-1 AM — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the colorful and magical sounds of Igor Stravinsky's enchanting Firebird.