Saturday, March 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette introduces new trash pick-up procedures on March 10 for select neighborhoods, involving automated side-loader requirements and specific waste disposal guidelines. Star City News
- ➤ Gladys Wright, a pioneering music educator and widow of former Purdue Band Director Al Wright, celebrated her 100th birthday, marking decades of achievements and contributions to music education. Journal & Courier
- ➤ The second annual Latino Business Expo in Lafayette showcased over 60 Latino-owned businesses, emphasizing their role in the community and fostering connections for future growth. WLFI
- ➤ The Arts Federation is seeking to hire a full-time Programs Officer for educational programming and managing gallery exhibitions in Lafayette, Indiana, offering $40,000 a year. WLFI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Fire Department extinguished a fire at a home on S. Beck Lane, with four bystanders aiding in the safe evacuation of two adults and two dogs; no injuries were reported. Star City News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Wingstop plans to reopen a location in Lafayette at the same site it previously occupied in the late 2000s, marking the chain's second establishment in Tippecanoe County. Journal & Courier
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Harrison High School secured a win against Lafayette Jeff with a score of 55-51, advancing to the IHSAA Class 4A sectional championship game, thanks to a strategic defensive effort and a three-player offensive combination. Journal & Courier
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Midwest Toy Soldier Show in Lafayette, IN
The Midwest Toy Soldier Show features a gathering for toy soldier enthusiasts at the Courtyard Marriott in Lafayette, offering a variety of displays and vendors.
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The Prannies Live at People's Brewing Company
The Prannies will perform live at People's Brewing Company in Lafayette, offering a local music experience.
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Herald of Spring Ball: A Celebration of the Delphi Opera House
The Herald of Spring Ball at the Delphi Opera House features an evening of music, dancing, and historic celebration to mark the venue's 10th anniversary.
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Spring Equinox Market Celebration
The Spring Equinox Market at Lafayette Brewing Company invites the community to enjoy a vibrant day filled with local vendors and festivities to celebrate the arrival of spring.
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Del Water Gap Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Elliott Hall of Music — $36 — Experience an evening of captivating tunes with Del Water Gap in West Lafayette.
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Chicago (The Musical) Tour
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic Broadway classic with unforgettable songs and dazzling choreography.
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Life Inspired Week: 2025 HHS Alumni Awards Ceremony
12-4 p.m. — Purdue Memorial Union North Ballroom — Free entry — Celebrate innovative research and presentations from HHS students and postdoctoral researchers.
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Duncan Hall Afternoon Tea
2-4 p.m. — Thomas Duncan Community Hall — Cozy gathering — Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of tea, snacks, and good company.
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