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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On May 9th, the UCLA Bruins and Nebraska Cornhuskers played in the Big Ten softball semifinal at Purdue University’s Bittinger Stadium in West Lafayette—both teams made strong plays with pitchers Kaitlyn Terry and Jordyn Bahl driving the action. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Michigan beat Purdue 4 to 2 in the Big Ten softball semifinals at Bittinger Stadium in West Lafayette on May 9 — the win sends Michigan into the championship game. Purdue ended its tournament run with the loss — marking a tough exit for the Boilermakers. Journal & Courier
- ➤ At Bittinger Stadium on Friday, Purdue softball’s Cinderella run ended with a 4-2 loss to Michigan—leaving its postseason fate to the NCAA. The team is now 30-23, and head coach Maggie Frezzotti along with players like Julia Gossett said they will continue playing until June. Journal & Courier
- ➤ West Lafayette track star Cam Schweigert won the 100- and 300-meter hurdles on May 9 at the Hoosier Conference championships, tying a team record and planning to race in Eugene soon. Ryan Miloudi broke the 3,200-meter run record after coming back from injury — he now hopes for college offers from Lipscomb and IU-Indy — showing his strong return this season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Carroll softball coach Sydney Wiles revived the 'Softball Sisters' tradition after taking advice from her mother and former head coach Stephanie Pencek—who led the team to its first sectional and regional title in 2012—to boost team morale and unity. The team, now 7-5 and in the mix for a sectional title, writes weekly anonymous notes that strengthen bonds off the field. Journal & Courier
- ➤ The Michigan Wolverines won the Big Ten softball tournament championship game on May 10th by beating the UCLA Bruins 2-0 at Purdue University’s Bittinger Stadium in West Lafayette—photos showed players celebrating after the match. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue men's golf, now led by new head coach Andrew Sapp, is set to begin the Auburn Regional on Monday at Auburn University Club as the No. 7 seed in a 13-team field — the team nearly upset Vanderbilt last season and has made 10 NCAA Regional appearances in 11 seasons to earn a return trip to the NCAA Championships. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Photos show athletes competing at the Hoosier Conference Track and Field Championships held in West Lafayette on May 9 and May 10, where competitors from Rensselaer, West Lafayette & Twin Lakes ran, threw, and jumped in races, discus, and long jump events. Journal & Courier
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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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Open House in Commons Subdivision
5-7 p.m. — 3923 Regal Valley Dr — Free entry — Explore your dream home featuring spacious bedrooms and a backyard gazebo in Lafayette's charming Commons subdivision.
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On-Site Tour of Senior Living Community
9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — 5307 N 50 W, West Lafayette, IN — Free entry — Experience the best in senior living with exceptional meals and support services.
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Tom Papa Live Comedy Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of laughter and insightful comedy with Tom Papa's unique storytelling and humor.
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