Good morning, Lafayette.

Four Purdue teams won a total of $5,500 for their innovative ideas in the Moonshot Pitch Challenge on Feb.

13 — the contest featured proposals on building safety, interactive devices, oyster farming and space travel judged by a panel of experts.

Lafayette honored Christy Schutter of the water works department with January's Star City Customer Service Award for her work on the lead service line replacement program and her help with residents' right of entry forms.

High school students from Central Catholic and West Lafayette united in a basketball game today to raise mental health awareness as they supported the Bring Change to Mind club by wearing green and blue towels — symbolizing their call for solidarity.

Locals celebrate Valentine's Day during the long weekend with plans to watch a lacrosse game at Northwestern, hike the Monon Trail, and take neighborhood walks (with warmer weather expected) while others enjoy time at home.

Purdue coach Matt Painter previewed his team's road trip as they face Iowa at Carver-Hawkeye Arena today, emphasizing the challenge ahead of the game.

The Purdue baseball team began their season on Friday, Feb.

13 in Texas at Constellation Field in Sugar Land as 23 newcomers joined an 11-day road trip to build team chemistry (aiming for a Big Ten title).

Purdue basketball senior Trey Kaufman-Renn explained his changing role this season, noting improved rebounding came with a scoring dip and a new scar that marks his growth.

He praised Tuesday's game at Nebraska for inspiring his performance.

NBA rookie Brooks Barnhizer, a Lafayette Jeff grad, returned to his high school during the NBA All-Star break to reconnect with local fans and reflect on his rookie season with the Thunder.

Benton Central senior Joseph Mendoza, a state placer in wrestling, is set to compete in East Chicago today.

He overcame early setbacks when transferring schools plus he is focused on leveraging his folkstyle skills for a future MMA career.

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.

Randy Travis: More Life Tour

7:30 PM — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the timeless music of Randy Travis live in Lafayette.