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Sunday, January 18th, 2026

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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of January.

SPORTS NEWS

  • Purdue basketball overcame multiple scares to beat USC 69-64 at the Galen Center on Saturday, Jan. 17. Fletcher Loyer and Braden Smith delivered key free throws + kept the Boilermakers unbeaten in Big Ten play.  Journal & Courier
  • Purdue held on to win 69 to 64 against USC in Los Angeles after tying the score at 60 with two minutes left + the Boilers will continue their West Coast swing with a game against UCLA on Tuesday at 10:00 p.m.  WLFI

EVENTS

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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!

    Mon, 1/19/26

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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!

    Mon, 1/19/26

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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.

    Thu, 1/22/26

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  • 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.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • The Revolutionists - Opening Night!

    Opening night includes complimentary food by Revolution BBQ, with a special lobby performance by local cellist, Abby Eddy! And a pre-show performance by Voyageur Ancient Fife and Drum Corps!

    Thu, 2/12/26

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  • Mardi Gras Party with Star City Rhythm Revival

    8 p.m. — Digby's Pub and Patio — Check for cover charge — Get ready to groove at this lively Mardi Gras celebration with Star City Rhythm Revival.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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  • Valentine's Day Lovely Starry Night

    7:30-9:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid reservation required — Unwind and express your creativity in a fun, adult-only painting class this Valentine's Day.

    Sat, 2/14/26

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  • Midwest Rentals Annual Home & Garden Show

    10 AM – 4 PM — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — Entry fee varies — Explore local businesses offering expert home and garden services along with arts and crafts.

    Sun, 2/15/26

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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