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Lafayette
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette artist Tyler Truth will perform in Toledo, Ohio Saturday, where he is expected to attract one of the largest crowds of his career. His first tour shows how his music has grown from small hometown gigs to larger fan-filled venues. WLFI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tippecanoe School Corp has opened kindergarten registration for 2026-27; families should contact their child's school to start the process and prepare required documents with online registration beginning July 7. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ USDA Farm Service Agency has designated 28 Indiana counties as natural disaster areas due to drought, making loans available for farmers to replace equipment, livestock or refinance debts. Producers in counties like Adams, Tipton and Howard must apply by August 31 (loans will be reviewed based on losses). WLFI
- ➤ A Hoosier Lottery CA$H 5 ticket bought at Village Pantry in West Lafayette matched all five numbers and won $597,569 in Wednesday's drawing. Ticket holders should secure their ticket & consult a financial advisor to follow claim instructions from Hoosier Lottery. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Lafayette distributed $386,000 to Valley Oaks Health for opioid programming to aid in the community’s recovery (the payment is part of a $3.3 million distribution over a 16-year period starting in 2022). Star City News
- ➤ Members of the West Lafayette Fire Department attended the 3rd annual Indiana Winter Fire School to learn topics like Youth Firesetter Intervention and Incident Safety Officer procedures — training meant to boost their fire safety skills during emergencies. Star City News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Sunrise Recovery opened a new addiction treatment center on Veterans Memorial Parkway in Lafayette on Thursday. The facility offers 45 beds for co-ed in-patient care and combines medical support with clinical therapy — its staff bring personal experience to guide recovery. Star City News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local hosts planning for Super Bowl LX on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 6:30 p.m. ET can pick up bar cart essentials, including a 5-Piece Bar Tool Set, a cocktail shaker + a vintage art deco bar cart, to serve beer and cocktails effortlessly. Journal & Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Big League Sports Bar and Grill in Lafayette ranked among top Super Bowl watch spots from a Gambling 'N Go survey that polled 3,474 fans. The bar offers a flexible menu featuring a Chicago dog and build your own mac n’ cheese (a game-day hit). Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue senior forward Liam Murphy, recovering from shoulder surgery, is mentoring younger players and staying ready to help during key moments. Coach Matt Painter said Murphy’s work ethic boosts the team’s confidence during lopsided games at the Xfinity Center. Journal & Courier
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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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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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West Lafayette Polar Plunge
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lambert Fieldhouse — Registration required — Dive into winter fun while supporting Special Olympics Indiana athletes.
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Pink Droyd: A Pink Floyd Tribute
7:30 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a theatrical tribute to the unforgettable music of Pink Floyd.
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KenVentus Card Show
10 AM – 4 PM — Ross Camp — Entry fee not specified — Explore a variety of vendors showcasing collectible cards.
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