Good morning, Lafayette.

The Lafayette Police Department will host its Kona and Cops event this Saturday at several locations including Munger Park, McAllister Rec Center, and Columbian Park, where free shaved ice will be given out to celebrate summer.

Turning Pointe Dance Academy moved to a new facility (Klondike Road in West Lafayette) thanks to community support from families and local organizations earlier this year.

The school kept classes running and strengthened its mission with help from dozens of volunteers.

Lafayette Urban Ministry offers LUM Camp from July 28-31 at Jameson Camp for kids 8 to 10 who qualify for free lunch, with swimming planned.

The ministry also offers financial help (at 420 N. Fourth St.) and food assistance on Mondays and Thursdays at St. John’s Episcopal Church.

Indiana now records the nation's lowest gas price at $3.81 per gallon—after suspending the state sales tax on gas earlier this month; the suspension ends on June 7.

Southwire’s Lafayette facility saved energy and earned $286,000 from Duke Energy’s Smart $aver program after installing LED lights and an optimized chiller system on May 28.

The upgrades reduced energy use by 75% and nearly 1.9 million kWh per year, which is enough to power 175 homes.

A Purdue-backed startup has launched Virtual D-Day on Steam to let users explore the historic invasion through an interactive game.

The first section is available now (with additional installments coming later) to help learners experience different battle outcomes.

Purdue faculty and alumni recreated an immersive digital simulation of Omaha Beach from D-Day, unveiled Thursday morning at the Envision Center + developed with input from noted historians to bring history to life.

Imagination Station is hosting a disaster and emergency preparedness class this Saturday at its Lafayette learning center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public event — open to everyone — includes fire prevention tips, demonstrations with emergency vehicles, and weather balloon launches at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Local auto mechanics urge drivers to get vehicles inspected — tire, oil, and coolant services — before embarking on summer road trips.

They warn that minor issues like cooling system failures could lead to breakdowns, advising drivers to call tow services if problems arise.

Harrison senior Aiden Humphrey hit a home run in his only at bat during his senior night baseball game + marking a defining moment in his high school career.

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.

Plant Bingo Night

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bennett's Greenhouse — $25.00 — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo with plants and prizes.

Out Of The Box Theatre Camp

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Grant's House & Civic Theatre — Free programming — A unique theatre camp offering creative performance opportunities for students with diverse learning needs.

Crossroads Cars & Coffee

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Crossroads Foundation Repair — Free admission — Experience a fun-filled community morning with cool cars, great food, and activities for kids while supporting a good cause.