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Monday, April 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Police Department is investigating an incident at the Tippecanoe County Courthouse where a protest turned tense when a driver, who picked up a firearm after a protester made contact while he was turning at 3rd and Columbia Streets on Saturday afternoon, was detained—early reports say the gun was not aimed at anyone. WLFI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Fire Department is accepting applications for its 2026 firefighter recruit class and applicants may apply until May 31. Interested candidates must meet the age requirement (21–40) and if hired, will join a 16-week training program (offering competitive salary and strong benefits). WLFI
- ➤ Hundreds gathered on Saturday outside the Tippecanoe County Courthouse for a national Hands Off protest with the 50501 movement—protesting plans to downsize government services and changes affecting human rights. WLFI
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At the start of baseball and softball seasons, six local players were named Athlete of the Week candidates from games played between March 31st and April 5th. Readers may cast unlimited votes until Friday at noon & top male and female vote-getters will be announced on Saturday morning. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue women's basketball added its first transfer portal guard as former Northern Arizona guard Taylor Feldman will join the team for the 2025-26 season — she averaged 16.4 points, 3.9 assists and three rebounds per game and earned All Big Sky Conference honors last season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ McCutcheon sophomore guard Brody Baker worked hard after practice and helped his team finish 13-9 while scoring 31 points with a game-winning three-pointer against West Lafayette. He will play in the Indiana All-Star Futures Games on June 2 (coaches praise his strong work ethic and quiet leadership). Journal & Courier
- ➤ Carmel High School offensive lineman Sankeerth Veluri announced his commitment to join Purdue football as a walk-on — he previously committed to Army and held offers from Ivy League programs, Indiana State and a MAC team. The Boilermakers try to bounce back from a 1-11 season under new coach Barry Odom. Journal & Courier
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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.
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Community Nature Day
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — John S. Wright Forestry Center — Free entry — Engage in environmental activities and explore local ecosystems at this community gathering.
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Life Church Easter Celebration
10 AM - 1 PM — Legacy Sports Club — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a powerful service and special activities for kids.
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The B-Side, Track 5: (Re)Light a Fuse
7:30 p.m. — Rat Pak Venue — Cash Bar — Experience electrifying rock and pop hits with a jazz fusion twist from talented LSO musicians.
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Joel Gentz 5k 2025
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Engineering Fountain — Registration fee applies — Honor our service men and women through this spirited 5k run at Purdue University.
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10th Annual GRANT'S HOUSE Celebration
6-10:30 p.m. — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — Fundraising event — Celebrate a decade of progress in supporting children with developmental disabilities.
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Absolute Light Holistic Fair
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — $10 per person — Explore intuitive readings, energy healings, and unique handcrafted items at this holistic fair.
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Colton Dixon Concert
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info available — Experience the inspiring anthems of Colton Dixon, a Christian music sensation.
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