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Lafayette
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Tippecanoe Senior Services says rising gas prices are straining volunteer efforts for Meals on Wheels deliveries to homebound seniors. The program urges community help with donations + gas gift cards to keep delivering nutritious meals daily. Star City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Congressman Jim Baird announced the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Indiana students in grades 7-12; entries must be submitted to his Danville office by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, April 24, and the winning piece will display at the U.S. Capitol with a Washington, D.C. trip. WLFI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lafayette Commerce hired Brooklyn Burton as its new vice president of economic development; she will start on March 23 to lead efforts in attracting new businesses and growing existing companies in the region. Burton previously led workforce programs at Ivy Tech Community College. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue's Paint Crew is ready to energize the Boilermakers as they face Queens in a first-round March Madness game at Mackey Arena. Seniors Jake Fine and Carter Schaffer said they expect the student section to set the tone and plan to follow the team to the Final Four near Indianapolis. WLFI
- ➤ Journal and Courier recognized top girls basketball players for small schools as the All-Area team for the 2025 to 26 season, naming 25 players selected by local coaches. Key performers include Kamri Rowland, whose play helped lead Rensselaer Central to a sectional title. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue senior point guard Braden Smith was named a consensus first team All-American—the fourth two time selection in Purdue history—after being recognized by the NABC and Basketball Writers Association. He is set to play in the NCAA Tournament first round game Friday at 7:35 p.m. ET. WLFI
- ➤ A photo gallery shows Purdue star Trey Kaufman-Renn’s journey from Silver Creek High to his role with the Boilermakers in West Lafayette, capturing key moments from his high school days & memorable games on the court. Journal & Courier
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2026 Purdue Spring SASES Regional Meeting
Mar 25-27 — Purdue University Department of Agronomy — Registration required — Engage with industry speakers and network with young professionals in agriculture.
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Sensory-Friendly Easter Egg Hunt
4:30-6:30 p.m. — Junction House — Free entry — Experience a calm and inclusive Easter egg hunt tailored for sensory needs in a welcoming environment.
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Doggy EGG-stravaganza
10 AM – 4 PM — McCaw Park — Free entry — Enjoy an egg hunt designed especially for furry friends in a festive atmosphere.
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Soul Asylum Acoustic Performance with Corey Glover
8 PM — Loeb Playhouse — Special student pricing available — Experience a rare acoustic set from Grammy-winning band Soul Asylum with special guest Corey Glover.
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2026 Spring Celebration
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — McAllister Recreation Center — Free entry — Celebrate the arrival of spring with family-friendly activities and community fun.
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