Good morning, Lafayette.

Leo's Market and Eatery opened its latest Lafayette store at 3431 South Street with a Grand Opening Celebration in January — the event included a donation to the Boys and Girls Club and local vendors offering homemade products.

Founded by siblings Stephanie and Keith White, the store honors their late father and brings a unique convenience concept to the community.

William D. Mantle, a 20-year-old man from Lafayette, was arrested on November 14 for burglary, theft, and criminal trespass after police found him living in a locked city-owned concession stand at CAT Park—he admitted to entering through an unlocked door and staying for several weeks while taking food and merchandise.

A Lafayette woman, Ashley Nichole Gallien (29), was charged with 11 felony counts after a traffic stop on April 10 uncovered drug residue and paraphernalia linked to her alleged trips to Chicago for controlled substances, and she also faces a habitual offender designation from six prior felony convictions.

April Denise Quesada, 45, was arrested on April 14th after Lafayette police found her hiding in a wooded area behind JR Towing during a vehicle fire and recovered drugs, paraphernalia, and a stolen handgun from her backpack—she admitted her boyfriend started the fire and now faces five charges including two felonies.

High school students had a chance at the annual HireMe! job fair to interview with over 60 local employers, military recruiters — and colleges for career and college options.

The event, which began three years ago with 20 employers, saw 677 students register and is expected to draw more than 450 attendees today.

State Senator Ron Alting said on Wednesday that Senate Bill 197 made street camping illegal and jailable—officers can warn and require homeless individuals to move within 24 or 72 hours, with failure to comply resulting in a misdemeanor carrying up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. He vowed to fight criminalizing homelessness and said the Senate is expected to vote soon to remove this language.

Purdue basketball added forward Liam Murphy to its roster to complete key transfer moves as coach Matt Painter deepened the team for next season.

Murphy joins center Oscar Cluff and Israeli point guard Omer Mayer as Purdue chases its first NCAA title.

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.

Life Church Easter Celebration

10 AM - 1 PM — Legacy Sports Club — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with a powerful service and special activities for kids.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Tippecanoe Sports Collectibles Show

10 AM – 3 PM — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — Autograph prices vary — Discover a variety of sports memorabilia and engage with sports legends.