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Lafayette
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State Police Lafayette District remembered retired K-9 Jordy (a German shepherd) for his service from 2015 until his 2025 retirement. He died from medical reasons on Jan. 20 at 10:10 a.m. Journal & Courier
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hicks explains that SEA1, a tax cut for businesses, is prompting local governments to raise income taxes to offset lost revenue, a change that will burden younger families and may lead to rural school consolidations and reduced public services in the community. Journal & Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Purdue alum and board-certified nurse practitioner Stephanie Curwick joins Franciscan Physician Network Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation after completing her residency in Lafayette + earning nursing degrees from Purdue University Global and Purdue University. Star City News
- ➤ Bibibop Asian Grill in West Lafayette closed Friday and reopened Monday after 18 reports of food-related illness, with manager Christian Monroy saying the restaurant now checks food temperature and changes sanitizer buckets every hour to curb further risks. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Stephanie Curwick, a board certified nurse practitioner, joined the Franciscan Health Physician Network Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation team in Lafayette. She earned her nursing degrees from Purdue University Global and Purdue University and recently completed a local residency. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue basketball lost its first Big Ten game at UCLA as a late 8-0 run gave the Bruins a 69-67 win. Tyler Bilodeau hit a game-winning three with 8.4 seconds left + ending Purdue’s nine-game win streak at Pauley Pavilion. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Indiana University football won its first national championship after defeating the Miami Hurricanes by a score of 27 to 21 last night. Purdue fans expressed mixed reactions but hoped their team would soon reach similar success. Star City News
- ➤ On Tuesday night, Lillie Graves scored 28 points for McCutcheon in an 80-38 win to break the school's scoring record, while Maya Layton scored 30 for Lafayette Jeff in a 61-28 win to set a Tippecanoe County record. Their record-breaking nights reflect a bond that began as sixth-grade teammates. Journal & Courier
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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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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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