Good morning, Lafayette.

North Vermillion's basketball team ended a 53-47 loss in the semistate finals as senior Andre Buchhaas had 19 points and 11 rebounds, aided by Lafayette-based trainer Elisha Chimbanda of AAU program September’s Very Own, who also coached players including Lane Thomann and rising sophomore Teagan Leonard, who scored 35 points.

Purdue guard CJ Cox left Sunday's March Madness Round of 32 game against Miami after he suffered a right leg injury following an 11-point performance in a key rally at the court.

His status remains uncertain as officials assess his ability to return.

The Journal & Courier announced 26 local nominees for Preseason Softball Player of the Year, and fans may cast unlimited votes until noon next Monday — a full list of candidates will be published Friday before the season kicks off.

No. 2 Purdue will face No. 11 Texas in the Sweet 16 game at the SAP Center in San Jose on Friday, March 27 (tickets start at $467).

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.

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.

Doggy EGG-stravaganza

10 AM – 4 PM — McCaw Park — Free entry — Enjoy an egg hunt designed especially for furry friends in a festive atmosphere.

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.

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.