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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Starting May 24, Lafayette will celebrate its 200th anniversary at Columbian Park with discounted attractions, historical exhibits and live music plus family-friendly events scheduled through May 26 that include a free open field day and a Memorial Day program. Star City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette McDonald's on Sagamore Parkway reopened on Friday morning as new owners Michael and Andrea Dudley held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with remarks from local officials. The owners donated $500 to Lafayette Urban Ministry and VFW Post 1154 and contributed about $3,000 to local schools—efforts that signal plans for more local partnerships. WLFI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Warren Blakeley, 34, of Lafayette was sentenced Thursday to 20 years — 16 in prison and four on probation — after pleading guilty to multiple felony drug charges and resisting arrest following separate incidents on May 1, 2022 and September 16, 2024 in Tippecanoe County. Star City News
- ➤ West Lafayette police arrested a 16-year-old student from an alternative school on May 15 for allegedly assaulting his teacher with a laptop charging cord—after refusing to follow instructions in class at the old Happy Hollow School on Salisbury Street—and he is now held in juvenile detention. Journal & Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Purdue seniors celebrated graduation in a bittersweet ceremony that marked the end of their college careers and the start of their futures. Julia Szela—who earned her degree in biomedical engineering—and her fellow students shared the day with close family and friends. Star City News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue women's basketball added its second international player after guard Hila Karsh (from Israel) announced she would join the 2025-26 roster last Friday. Karsh, who averaged 11 points at the U/20 FIBA EuroBasket Tournament (in Lithuania last summer), had offers from Duke and UCLA before choosing Purdue. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Carson Wagner, the Twin Lakes junior shortstop, hit a 3-run home run that boosted his team's score in a recent game—his effort helped improve their standing for the season. Journal & Courier
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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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GreenFest 2025
10 AM – 2 PM — Big Four Depot & Riehle Plaza — Free entry — Discover eco-friendly initiatives and engage with community sustainability efforts.
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