Good morning, Lafayette.

Residents in West Lafayette are expressing concerns over a new solar farm and chips manufacturing plant proposed in residential areas—town officials will hold meetings today with the Area Plan Commission reviewing the chips plant rezoning at 6 p.m. in the Tippecanoe County Building and an informational session on the solar farm at 5 p.m. at 101 Foundry Dr.

Trace Parker, a passenger in a March 2 crash at Sagamore Parkway West and Nighthawk Drive in West Lafayette, died on March 14 at Riley Hospital in Indianapolis from head and neck injuries—a forensic autopsy on March 17 confirmed complications as the cause.

A house fire was reported on Tuesday morning on Central Street in Lafayette—neighbors said the elderly man using a cane was their concern—and firefighters arrived by 8:50 a.m. to extinguish the flames while investigators and coroner deputies secured the scene—confirming the fatality.

Indy man George Collins was arrested by state police on suspicion of shooting at a car on I-65 Monday night at 10 p.m.—troopers later stopped a stolen Chevy Equinox near the 193-mile marker, recovered a handgun, and confirmed the victim was not hurt.

Imagination Station will host a Spring Break Camp for kids from March 24—28 that will include hands-on STEM activities like Lego science and roller coaster design.

Parents can register online and learn about daily themes to spark creativity and curiosity—details will be available on the website.

Lafayette Jeff's unified bowling team won the 2025 Champions Together state title last Saturday at Western Bowl.

The team—which includes football players, track stars and a Pokemon card collector—used a unique scoring system where teammates take turns to complete each frame.

The Purdue Boilermakers, a No. 4 seed in the NCAA Tournament’s Midwest Regional, will face the High Point Panthers on March 20 at 12:40 p.m. ET in Providence, Rhode Island — Purdue hopes to bounce back after recent losses, while High Point comes in with a 14-game winning streak — and both teams aim to secure a key win.

Senior Purdue wrestler Matt Ramos will compete in the NCAA Championships in Philadelphia starting Thursday as he tries to become the first national champion in 33 years after finishing as the runner-up last season.

He enters the tournament as the No. 2 seed and leads a team of five with a strong record—71 takedowns and 13 tech falls that boost his chance for a rematch with Luke Lilledahl.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Duncan Hall Afternoon Tea

2-4 p.m. — Thomas Duncan Community Hall — Cozy gathering — Enjoy a relaxed afternoon of tea, snacks, and good company.

Bob Dylan: World Wide Tour

8 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — See website for details — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan's timeless music live in concert.