Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
Good morning, Lafayette.
🏘️ Community
The city is hosting the De-Trash the Wabash community river cleanup on Apr.
11 from 9 a.m. to noon along the river, with lunch provided and online registration open until Apr. 9 (secure your spot early).
🎓 Education
The American Heart Association awarded a $500 grant to Purdue Heart Club to support CPR training events on campus, providing two CPR in Schools Kits (mannikins and training materials) for student-led lifesaving education that aims to improve emergency response rates.
🌲 Environment
Columbian Park Zoo is welcoming three hellbenders today as part of the Help the Hellbender Program to track clean water in local streams.
The zoo partnered with the Indiana Department of National Resources and Purdue University to support conservation efforts.
🏛️ Government
A preliminary draft of Tippecanoe County's solar ordinance outlines increased setback requirements, enhanced decommissioning standards, and a cap of 6,000 acres for large-scale projects.
The Area Plan Commission will debate these changes at a meeting (April 1, 4:30–7 p.m.) in the county office building.
🏈 Sports
A severe thunderstorm watch remains in effect until midnight EDT for many central Indiana counties including West Lafayette, prompting caution among residents.
Meanwhile, Purdue's Boilers will face the Longhorns as they vie for a trip to the Elite Eight in a Sweet Sixteen matchup.
Purdue basketball advanced to the Elite Eight on Thursday, Mar.
26 — as Trey Kaufman-Renn’s clutch putback with 0.7 seconds left secured a 79-77 win over Texas — at SAP Center.
After Purdue beat Texas on Thursday and advanced to the Elite Eight, the team will face either top-seeded Arizona or fourth-seeded Arkansas tomorrow to try for a spot in the Final Four.
Purdue Baseball beat UIC 18-13 at Alexander Field on Wednesday with early home runs by Brandon Rogers and Trey Swiderski.
The long game lasted over four hours, featured seven home runs, and tied the (31-run record) at the field.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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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.
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.
The Logan Kirby Band Live
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Rat Pak Venue — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of classic country music with hits from legends like Hank Williams and Merle Haggard.
Broom Workshop
1-3 p.m. — Castle-Brooks Spiritual Supply — Bring your own broomstick — Create a unique piece of art while learning about broom history.
Daniel Tiger Visits Your Neighborhood!
1-3:30 p.m. — West Lafayette Public Library — Free entry — Meet Daniel Tiger and enjoy arts and community activities with your family.
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