Good morning, Lafayette.

Camp Tecumseh YMCA will begin major facility upgrades using a $10M Lilly Endowment grant + additional donations to build a new activity center, replace aging cabins, and upgrade aquatics on its Tippecanoe River property.

The improvements will expand program capacity for thousands of campers and enhance year-round activities.

Kona Ice trucks will give free shaved ice on Tax Day, April 15 to help residents relax, and one truck will be stationed at 20 North 6th Street downtown from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Lafayette restaurants are fighting high food costs by using supper clubs and event bookings to boost weekday business.

Two upscale spots near Purdue are aiming to offer a destination dining experience (local restaurateurs say rapid changes are needed) to attract steady customers.

Lafayette School Corporation announced the Lafayette Virtual Academy for grades 9-12—opening in the 2026-2027 school year—where students will log in daily to earn six credits per semester, attend required district tests, and miss extracurricular activities with a separate graduation scheduled.

Indiana Catholic bishops, including Bishop Timothy Doherty (Lafayette), released a pastoral letter today urging Catholics to care for the earth and honor God’s creation.

The Lafayette Fire Department has received 50 pocket-sized thermal cameras donated by the Lafayette Fire Support Foundation, which will help firefighters detect heat and find victims faster in smoky conditions.

LFD Chief Brian Alkire says the new devices will improve safety on the scene (replacing older, larger cameras).

City officials have approved demolition of the former Hanna Center on North 18th Street — a longtime Black community space — to build a new childcare facility and teaching lab for Ivy Tech and Greater Lafayette Career Academy.

The project, funded by the Lily endowment, will replace the historic center.

Lafayette Police Department is partnering with Spike's K-9 fund to outfit its new police dogs with custom-fitted vests (costing about $3,500 each) for extra protection.

Donations can be made online.

Former Purdue basketball player Camden Heide entered the transfer portal after one season at Texas, where he helped his team reach the Sweet Sixteen.

The portal (open through April 21) lets him and teammate Myles Colvin explore new opportunities.

Purdue football holds its free Spring Showcase today at Ross-Ade Stadium with gates opening at 11 a.m. and a scrimmage-style practice beginning at noon.

Fans will have designated parking in lots A, C, upper H, R and at the northwest garage (access provided through gates A, D, G, L).

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.

Starry Knight - Pick Your Blacklight Color!

1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $39 per person — Create a unique blacklight painting with step-by-step guidance from local artists.

2026 Midwest Glaciology Meeting

May 11-12 — Purdue University — Informal participation encouraged — Dive into the fascinating world of glaciology with talks and a lab tour.