Good morning, Lafayette.

Marianne Boruch from Purdue University has been awarded the Jackson Poetry Prize with a $100,000 prize.

Judges said her winning poem is unique and constantly evolving.

Indiana legislators signed the bell-to-bell phone ban into law for high schools; the rule will take effect on July 1 and follows Central Catholic’s earlier policy that boosted class engagement in the Lafayette area.

A 9-year-old student from Earhart Elementary went missing Friday after being sent home for field trip ineligibility and was found on Southland Drive after a daylong search — school officials said they are reviewing communication procedures to better ensure student safety.

A 9-year-old fourth-grader at Earhart Elementary went missing Friday when he mistakenly walked home instead of joining a field trip, and he was found safe later that evening.

School officials released a timeline and continue to investigate the events.

Purdue University is launching a quantum degrees program in the colleges of engineering and science to train students for future jobs in quantum technology over the next decade — a key step in meeting industry demand in West Lafayette.

Three Tippecanoe School Corp employees graduated from the district's Para to Teacher Pathway program after earning bachelor’s degrees from Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College; they will begin teaching special education in district schools this fall.

Purdue University announced that President Mung Chiang will join Northwestern as its president on July 1.

The Board of Trustees said his tenure showed marked growth + academic excellence and that an interim leader will be named soon.

The United States Postal Service encourages Lafayette residents to check and maintain mailboxes during Mailbox Improvement Week, which runs from May 18 through 24.

Homeowners should secure loose hinges and repaint as needed (to keep house numbers clear for safe mail delivery).

Purdue will open Big Ten Tournament play today at 10 a.m. against Michigan State at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha — the team, seeded fifth with a 35 to 18 record, earned the chance after a strong finish at neutral sites.

Lafayette area girls tennis sectionals are underway this week with matchups in Harrison, Frankfort, Fountain Central and Crawfordsville as teams begin play today and continue through Thursday, with defending champs like McCutcheon and Harrison facing fresh challenges.

Plant Bingo Brunch

11 a.m. — Bennett's Greenhouse — $25 — Enjoy a fun-filled brunch with bingo, plant trivia, and mimosas surrounded by fellow plant enthusiasts.

Scott Greeson, Vickie Maris, Michael Kelsey Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Delphi Opera House — Ticket prices TBA — Enjoy an evening of live music with popular local artists wrapping up the season.

Midwest Women's Bowling Tournament

All day — Mike Aulby's Arrowhead Bowl — Various entry fees — Compete in exciting bowling matches at the Midwest Women's Tournament.

2026 Cancer Survivor Tea: Wicked For Good

11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Art Museum of Greater Lafayette — Free entry — Celebrate life, love, and resilience in a regal afternoon tea setting.

Franciscan Alliance: Working Well

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Ivy Tech Community College Lafayette — Free entry — Hear insights from Alex Heaton about workplace wellness initiatives.