Good morning, Lafayette.

Exploration Acres in Lafayette planted over 300,000 tulip bulbs in a butterfly shape for Tulip Days, with a delay on Saturday due to rain.

Co-owner Tim Fitzgerald said the season may extend to May 7 if the weather holds — though high costs and possible EU tariffs might end future tulip seasons.

The Master Gardener Association of Tippecanoe County will host its annual Garden Expo and Plant Sale at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds in Lafayette on April 26 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., where dozens of vendor booths and thousands of plants will be available for purchase with a $2.00 admission fee (free for attendees under 18).

A 19-year-old Lafayette resident Joshua Jay Williams-Taylor fired his handgun at about 12:10 a.m. on Wednesday in the 400 block of Romig Street after a road rage dispute and domestic issues - police reported no injuries, the firearm was seized, and he was held on charges of criminal recklessness and possession of marijuana.

Senate Bill 1 is meant to ease property taxes but state Sen. Ron Alting said it instead shifts the tax burden to local income taxes.

Local officials in Lafayette and Tippecanoe County are preparing for budget cuts—Lafayette may lose about $1,915,160 next year—and are planning to adjust spending without reducing police or fire services.

The Journal & Courier has released a guide to help local high school sports fans and announcers correctly pronounce 10 difficult names in softball and baseball—offering phonetic tips and brief profiles that explain each athlete's unique name.

The guide aims to ensure clear communication at games and avoid mispronunciations.

Purdue women's basketball coach Katie Gearlds is rebuilding the team for 2025-26 after a tough 10-19 season and a wave of transfers out, as she now relies on returning players and new transfers.

The roster includes several quality guards and key additions, with Gearlds using her own Purdue experience to guide the program—hoping to build a Big Ten contender next season.

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.

Healthy Kids Running Series Spring 2025

3-7 p.m. — Ross Hills Park — Registration available — A fun and supportive running program for kids Pre-K through 8th grade encouraging active lifestyles.

The Michael Kelsey Band Live Performance

9:30-11:30 p.m. — Madam Carroll — No cover — Experience the rhythmic guitar mastery of Michael Kelsey as he creates a captivating musical journey on the water.