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Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The West Lafayette Police Department will offer a women’s self-defense course through its RAD program from June 23 to 26 at West Lafayette Intermediate School (1838 N. Salisbury St.) each evening from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Participants will pay $20 and attend all four sessions to build skills in personal protection. Star City News
- ➤ On May 3rd, Lafayette will transform parts of 5th Street, Columbia, Ferry Street and Main Street for the 2025 Farmers Market, marking 180 years of this local event. Local vendors including Sweet Revolution and Revolution Barbecue are preparing by training staff and refining their offerings—ensuring a lively market season. Star City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette assured local workers that the plant is not closing despite online rumors that tariffs had scared the company away from U.S. manufacturing — the shift will change production from Legacy and Outback models to the gasoline-powered Forester with plans to add hybrid models in the future. The plant, which employs 6,500 people, expects production to remain steady as it meets changing market demand. Star City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Indiana State Police detectives are investigating an inmate death at Tippecanoe County Jail after deputies found an unresponsive inmate on Friday and took him to a local hospital where he died Monday—preliminary findings indicate the injuries were self-inflicted and no foul play is suspected while the Coroner’s Office will release the inmate’s identity and cause of death. WLFI
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tuesday, Purdue basketball released its 20-game Big Ten schedule for the 2025-26 season that features home and away games against Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin — a favorable setup for the Boilermakers. The schedule also lists a Bahamas trip on Nov. 20-21 and nonconference contests with Alabama and Auburn — with conference dates and times yet to be finalized. Journal & Courier
- ➤ McCutcheon junior Trinity Wilburn returned to basketball on January 9 when she made a free throw that was voted the season’s top play, coming back after nearly two seasons off for two ACL tears and therapy at Forte Sports Medicine in Carmel—she credited her parents for their support. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue women’s basketball hired former San Jose State head coach April Phillips as its new associate head coach, replacing Alex Guyton who left after the 2024-25 season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue defensive end CJ Madden donated $2,000 to the Hanna Community Center after touring the facility and learning about its programs on Tuesday afternoon. The donation will be used for tuition assistance and upcoming projects—Madden said he plans to keep supporting the local community. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Lafayette Jeff guard Alonzo Clawson-Smith was named Journal and Courier Big Schools Player of the Year after averaging 22.6 points this season—he overcame illness and a broken wrist and hit a three pointer with 0.5 seconds left to secure a win of 48 to 47 over Kokomo. Journal & Courier
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bottles, Brushes & Brunch
1-4 p.m. — Exploration Acres — Ticket required — Kick off summer with a lively brunch party featuring painting, bottomless mimosas, and a live DJ.
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Zero Balancing I Course with Deanna Waggy
8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — The Spine Worx — $795 full tuition, discounts available — Explore the art of Zero Balancing in a hands-on, transformative workshop.
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Flower Press Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bennett's Greenhouse — All materials provided — Embrace botanical creativity and learn the art of flower pressing.
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