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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration is open for the radKIDS camp hosted by the West Lafayette Police Department at West Lafayette Intermediate School, where children will learn life-saving skills with hands-on simulations. The camp runs from June 23 to June 27 with sessions for ages 5 to 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. and for ages 8 to 12 from 1 to 3 p.m., costing $10 per child and allowing parents to attend. WLFI
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lafayette Commerce and its board have backed SK hynix's $4 billion investment in West Lafayette that may bring up to 1,000 new jobs and boost the local semiconductor industry. SK hynix will build an advanced packaging and research facility at Purdue Research Park with mass production set to begin in 2028, and a final city council vote is set for Monday, May 5—a public meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 3. WLFI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Lafayette Commerce announced its support for SK hynix’s $4 billion semiconductor plant in West Lafayette on Thursday, less than a week before a proposed rezoning vote at West Lafayette City Council. The project is expected to bring 1,000 new jobs and $5 million in READI funds for workforce training, and a public info session on Saturday at 9 a.m.—with seating limited to 150—will offer more details. Journal & Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduating Purdue seniors shared mixed feelings about leaving as they celebrated their growth—Francisco will move to Dallas for a consulting job, Lydia completed a double major in three years, and Bethany plans to pursue a PhD in geoscience after graduation. Star City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Renew reminds residents to keep grass clippings off the streets while mowing this summer to protect storm drains and prevent algae blooms; officials say proper lawn care helps safeguard local waterways (including the Wabash River). Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ CityBus will hold public sessions next week to gather public input on proposed fare changes (including mobile ticketing, fare caps, and ride windows that allow unlimited travel after one fare) at various community sites such as Purdue Memorial Union, Ivy Tech Community College, Northend Community Center, River City Community Center, and Downtown Library. Star City News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McCutcheon girls basketball guard Lillie Graves received an offer from Florida, an SEC program, after leading her team to IHSAA regional and sectional titles in the 2024–25 season (she also earned the Big Schools Player of the Year award and was named to additional all-state teams). Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue basketball announced new uniform numbers for four incoming players — Omer Mayer will be the first Boilermaker to wear No. 47 while Oscar Cluff will wear No. 45, and the team will be introduced on Aug. 2 at an alumni game with free admission. Journal & Courier
- ➤ West Lafayette senior Bree Johnson broke her school's RBI record on Thursday when she reached 106 RBIs+ she credited her mentor and assistant coach Annie Dooley for her guidance. Journal & Courier
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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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Saturday Social: Tea Party
1-3 p.m. — Grant's House — Free entry — Enjoy light snacks and good company at a community tea party event.
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