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Lafayette
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette pools are set for summer at Tropicanoe Cove — opening on Saturday, May 23 with a new toddler area and special events like military appreciation day and a Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce engagement celebration. Residents also plan to enjoy nearby outdoor activities over Memorial Day weekend. Star City News
- ➤ Thunder, a rabbit from Almost Home Humane Society, awaits a gentle home that can meet his grooming and care needs & offer the quiet environment he requires. Interested adopters should be ready to help maintain his long hair and trim his nails. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ David Betourne, a sixth grader from Battle Ground Middle School who won regionals earlier this year, is preparing to compete in the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C. starting May 26 — he is set to face tougher words and enjoy a congressman-led tour. Star City News
- ➤ Lafayette School Corp. Board approved Ana Ave as early childhood education director at Linnwood Preschool + Jennifer Wright as transportation director yesterday; both will start on July 1. Journal & Courier
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Village Caregiving opened its new facility today + it will focus on one-on-one care to help seniors remain in their homes. Executive Director Jocelyn McCombs said the service meets a growing local need for personalized care. Star City News
- ➤ Lafayette and West Lafayette fire departments hosted their first Battle of the Badges Blood Drive on Wednesday to help address local and national blood shortages + they plan to organize more drives in the future. Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue men's basketball will play an exhibition game against UConn on Oct. 27 as a rematch of the 2024 national championship. The game will feature former Greenfield-Central standout Braylon Mullins and be held at an undetermined site (as UConn renovates its home court). Journal & Courier
- ➤ Yesterday, Purdue baseball beat Illinois 3-1 in an elimination game at the Big Ten Tournament, powered by a late two-run single by Eli Anderson in the eighth inning. The Boilermakers will face the loser of a Michigan State versus Iowa game today at Charles Schwab Field in Omaha. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Crawfordsville girls track repeated its sectional title at Lafayette Jeff on May 19 with a 'get your point' motto that ended a 29-year gap. Key runners helped secure the win and qualified the team for regionals on May 26+ strong finishes drove the narrow margin among the top competitors. Journal & Courier
- ➤ On Tuesday, May 19, the Harrison girls track team won its sixth straight sectional title at Betty Bolyard Track while Faith Christian's Ashley Caplinger broke an 800-meter record (2:14.84) in a race. The qualifiers will advance to the regional meet on Tuesday, May 26. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Jason Simmons returns to Purdue football as assistant general manager after stepping down as dean at Noblesville High School. He previously worked as offensive analyst and interim offensive coordinator and will work under GM Brandon Lee at the Kozuch Performance Complex. Journal & Courier
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Franciscan Alliance, Working Well Meeting
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Ivy Tech Community College Lafayette — RSVP Required — Learn from Alex Heaton as he shares insights with the Franciscan Alliance team.
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