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Lafayette
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Lafayette Fire Department Special Operations Division + West Lafayette and Wabash Township fire departments conducted an ice rescue training exercise to practice self-rescue and victim retrieval, reminding residents that ice is never safe. Star City News
- ➤ After cold winter weeks, locals in West Lafayette are enjoying warmer weather as Purdue students and community members take advantage of outdoor activities such as studying in the sun and playing games; families are connecting in open spaces. Star City News
- ➤ Lafayette Urban Ministry is asking for donations to help fund its emergency shelter and winter warming station that reached full capacity this winter. The organization said providing warmth, safety, and food costs about $20 per person. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Faculty at Purdue have raised concerns over Provost Wolfe's leadership and plan a no-confidence vote — feedback is due by March 19 with a senate vote on March 23. The vote will not immediately affect his role but signals wider worries about university policies. Journal & Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Franciscan Health Lafayette East Family Birth Center was named a Blue Distinction Center Plus for Maternity Care by Blue Cross & Blue Shield, recognizing its safe, effective care and efforts to reduce unnecessary C-sections while improving maternal health. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue Men's Basketball prepares to face top-ranked Michigan tomorrow night at home — seniors like Trey Kaufman-Renn and head coach Matt Painter stress that each game builds toward a major home stand with contests against Indiana Friday and Michigan State next week. Star City News
- ➤ The Ivy Tech Journal & Courier will honor local sports stars as Athlete of the Week following IHSAA events in wrestling, basketball and diving from Feb. 9-14 in Indianapolis. Voting is open until Thursday at noon (community members may vote without limit). Journal & Courier
- ➤ After a win on Monday, Feb. 16, Purdue basketball vaulted to No. 7 in the USA TODAY poll + the five-spot jump marked their return to the top 10 while Michigan reclaimed the No. 1 ranking. Journal & Courier
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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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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.
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