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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mind Your Manners Bootcamp will return to Thomas Duncan Hall in downtown Lafayette from June 10 to 12 and is open for free to anyone aged 8 and older—each day runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with doors opening at 9:30 a.m., and spots are limited to 30 participants per day; interested individuals must reserve by calling Duncan Hall at 765-742-4788 by June 3. WLFI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police arrested Houston men Jacoby Zachery Batiste (24) and Dexter Robinson (25) on May 21 for stealing nearly $135,000 from the Purdue Federal Credit Union ATM in West Lafayette; authorities said they are part of a six-man group facing theft and related charges and are held in Houston awaiting extradition to Tippecanoe County. Journal & Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students with outstanding lunch debt had their balances wiped clean Tuesday when the Lafayette Regional Association of Realtors donated $4,579 to Tippecanoe School Corp—money raised from realtors, clients, and local businesses in less than two weeks. TSC Superintendent Scott Hanback said the donation eased financial stress for many families—helping ensure all students receive a meal. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ice Cream Specialties donated $56,352 to the Lafayette Fire Support Foundation to fund hazardous materials response equipment and advanced training for the Special Operations Division—this donation enabled the purchase of NFPA 1994 Level A HazMat suits and detection tools to improve responder safety during chemical incidents. WLFI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health officials report that tick season is here in Indiana and six tick species spread illnesses such as Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and red meat allergy. Officials advise residents to wear protective clothing, use repellents and check for ticks after outdoor activities (including areas with Gulf Coast and Asian longhorned ticks) and keep yards dry (to reduce tick habitats). Journal & Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Although Memorial Day weekend is seen as the unofficial kickoff to summer, Lafayette residents are preparing their homes with gardening and mulching despite forecast cloudy skies and cooler temperatures, and new homeowner Kira Means and resident Catherine Scott—who works with her husband—are among those getting ready for the warm season. These efforts show that even with less-than-perfect weather, locals are eager to ready their yards for summer. Star City News
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue men's golf overhauled its team after finishing 30th at last season’s NCAA Championships with a new coach, a new transfer, and three tournament wins this season. The team will compete in the NCAA Championships May 23-28 and aims to avenge its past performance—striving to rise above last season’s low finish. Journal & Courier
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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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Manners Bootcamp
9:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. — Thomas Duncan Community Hall — Free entry — Learn essential good manners in a fun, family-friendly environment.
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