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Lafayette
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A Memorial Day service held Monday afternoon at Columbian Park honored veteran heroes and drew a respectful crowd (local residents gathered to pay tribute). Journal & Courier
- ➤ At the Indiana State Veterans Home, a Memorial Day ceremony honored fallen soldiers as the community retired flags — over 3,000 headstones were decorated to remember those who never returned. Star City News
- ➤ Firefighters and community members gathered Monday morning at Fire Station 5 to honor fallen firefighters during the Memorial Day ceremony. Officials noted the event marked 28 years of remembrance and provided a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made for the community. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Purdue Board of Trustees approved Mitch Daniels as interim president of Purdue University effective July 1 and he will serve until a new president is chosen as a national search begins. Daniels, who previously led the university for 10 years, replaces Mung Chiang who is leaving for Northwestern University. WLFI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Transportation will close U.S. 24 in White + Cass counties from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, June 1 for seal coating work between State Road 39 and U.S. 35 with a detour via State Road 39, 119, 16 and U.S. 35 for four days. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The IHSAA state baseball tournament starts this week and local teams will compete in eight sectionals; matchups include teams like Central Catholic + Harrison playing at venues such as Loeb Stadium and Logansport, with games running through Monday, June 1. Journal & Courier
- ➤ The Ivy Tech Journal & Courier has opened voting for Athlete of the Week showcasing record-breaking performances in track, golf and softball from the week of May 18-23. Votes are accepted until Friday at noon with winners to be announced Saturday morning. Journal & Courier
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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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