Good morning, Lafayette.

On Friday, Feb. 9, at the Riverside Skating Center, about 80 locals skated in swimwear for the annual Dare to Bare event to test their tolerance of cold winds (organized by West Lafayette Parks and Recreation).

SK Hynix will install construction fences around its West Lafayette project on Feb.

23 and begin land prep on March 2—steps designed to minimize noise and dust. The semiconductor company's operations are expected to start before the end of 2028.

Painting with a Twist reopened with new ownership last week at 2049 Veterans Memorial Parkway East.

City officials including Mayor Roswarski + Council Member Klinker congratulated new owner April Szostak.

Purdue University professor Sooyeon Jeong is developing robots that listen and offer study support and care by adapting their responses to different needs (from educational settings to patient care).

Her research at Purdue is expanding efforts to improve robot-human communication in West Lafayette.

The League of Women Voters will host Democracy in a Cup at First United Methodist Church in West Lafayette on Feb.

21. The event will start at 10:30 a.m. on the day, with a social hour + light breakfast beginning at 9:30 a.m. for relaxed dialogue with state legislators.

West Lafayette Police are wearing pink undershirts this month to honor the family of Fishers teen Hailey Buzbee, who went missing in January and was found dead in Ohio.

The department supports Hailey’s Law—an effort to create a pink alert for missing persons when traditional alerts do not apply.

Rensselaer Central guards Kamri Rowland and Courtney Mathew highlighted the top plays from the boys wrestling regionals and girls basketball sectionals held from Feb.

2-7. The plays reflect standout athletic performances in local competitions.

Local high school athletes are in the running for the Ivy Tech Journal & Courier Athlete of the Week award after standout sectional performances in sports like basketball and wrestling.

Voting is open until noon Thursday so fans can choose their favorite.

Purdue basketball coach Matt Painter previewed the Boilermakers' upcoming game in Nebraska and said his team will focus on smart plays and teamwork as they prepare to travel later this week.

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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

West Lafayette Polar Plunge

10:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lambert Fieldhouse — Registration required — Dive into winter fun while supporting Special Olympics Indiana athletes.

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.

KenVentus Card Show

10 AM – 4 PM — Ross Camp — Entry fee not specified — Explore a variety of vendors showcasing collectible cards.