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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ May 25th will mark Lafayette’s 200th birthday and bicentennial celebration, and the city will host events like rock painting, a costume ball, rides and downtown festivities. Director of Communications and Marketing David Huhnke said the events aim to involve youth and families — plans focus on sharing our community’s rich history through fun activities. Star City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Jos Holman branch of Tippecanoe County Public Library in Lafayette will host a Spring Author Fair on April 19 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. where local authors will sign books — offering presentations and engagement — for readers of all interests. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ High school juniors and seniors in Greater Lafayette are invited to the HireME! job fair on April 16 at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hosted by Greater Lafayette Commerce and Career+ Pathways by Skyepack, the event will connect students with nearly 60 local employers — offering direct access to internships and full-time roles. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Yesterday, Purdue hosted conservative commentator Charlie Kirk on Krach Lawn where hundreds of students wore MAGA hats or carried protest signs amid a heavy police presence. Many students struggled to hear Kirk due to the event setup and the competing chants—highlighting the campus tension during the political debate. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the House committee approved changes to Senate Bill 478—setting rules for licensing, advertising, packaging, testing and a cap of 9,400 retail permits—and the bill now heads to the House floor for further review. Lawmakers aim to get Senate support as they work to control where delta-8 THC products are sold. WLFI
- ➤ State legislators passed a bill on Tuesday by a 91-1 vote that will require state agencies to post contracts to a transparency portal — a step that bans no-bid deals and removes unfilled positions after 90 days. The measure now awaits final Senate approval before it is sent to Governor Mike Braun. WLFI
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue defensive tackle Jamarrion “Chops” Harkless improved his conditioning with a high-protein diet—dropping six pounds while adding muscle—and now plays a key role as double teams open up scoring chances for teammate TJ Lindsey. Journal & Courier
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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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Kelsey Greeson Project Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Arts Federation — Cost information unavailable — Enjoy a night of music with Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris, Michael Kelsey, and Courtney Von Drehle, featuring special guest artists.
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