Good morning, Lafayette.

The Greater Lafayette Climate Action Plan committee invites locals to GreenFest 2025 on June 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Big Four Depot and Riehle Plaza, a free event featuring nearly 20 local organizations hosting workshops on composting, energy efficiency, invasive species, and energy democracy plus a Kids Eco-Zone with interactive activities.

The Wabash River Enhancement Corporation received a $2M grant to fund environmental cleanup near the former Lafayette Boxboard paper mill site to address contamination along the river.

Cleanup plans will be detailed in an on-site announcement next Wednesday—providing key information on next steps and potential redevelopment.

A section of 18th Street—between Brady Lane and Ortman Lane—is closed due to railroad repairs that are causing detours and delays for drivers today.

Crews said the repairs will last about a week and urged drivers to plan extra travel time.

Logan Avenue in Lafayette will be closed for road work between 14th Street and El Prado Street through June 30, with construction from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily — city officials said one lane will remain open during evenings and weekends to allow limited traffic flow as drivers use alternate routes.

Franciscan Health Lafayette announced plans to build a new $25.7 million emergency facility in West Lafayette later this year—located at the corner of U.S. 52/231 and Cumberland Avenue on the same campus as the Franciscan OrthoIndy Surgery Center.

The 24/7 facility will be staffed by about 40 full-time employees and is expected to finish construction by the end of 2027.

Franciscan Health Lafayette is building a new freestanding emergency department in West Lafayette at the corner of US 52/231 and Cumberland Avenue—construction will begin later this year and finish within two years—to offer 24/7 emergency care staffed by nearly 40 full-time workers.

Huffman's Berry Farm in Lafayette is in full bloom as families pick homegrown strawberries amid cool spring weather.

Roberta Huffman said the cooler days let ripe berries be picked as they come—maintaining a cherished local tradition.

Every's Ice Cream debuted the Heritage Chip flavor today to honor Lafayette's bicentennial by blending French vanilla, chocolate flakes, and gold sprinkles to reflect the city's French roots, rich farmland, and Purdue University.

The flavor is served in a blue corn waffle cone — a nod to local history — and is available for a limited time.

GreenFest 2025

10 AM – 2 PM — Big Four Depot & Riehle Plaza — Free entry — Discover eco-friendly initiatives and engage with community sustainability efforts.

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.

Greater Lafayette Soap Box Derby

9 AM — West Lafayette Junior/Senior High School — Free entry — Experience the thrill of youth racing and community spirit at this engaging annual event.

Broadway Bound: WICKED! Musical Camp

9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette — Check website for cost — A musical camp for young performers to explore the beloved musical 'Wicked' through song and dance.

U.S. Junior Amateur Qualifier

All day — Kampen-Cosler Course — Entry fee required — Watch young golf talent compete for a spot in the prestigious U.S. Junior Amateur Championship.

TASTE of Tippecanoe 2025

6 p.m. to midnight — Downtown Lafayette Riehle Plaza/John T. Myers Pedestrian Bridge — Pricing details available online — Celebrate local food, music, and art at Lafayette’s largest annual street festival.

Virtual Senior Living Tour

9 AM - 7 PM — Digby Place — Free entry — Explore the best in senior living with informative highlights on community awards and activities.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

Various times — Northend Community Center — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills in a fun, high-intensity environment designed for youth development.

Meet Bravenly With Aspen Emry

6-8 p.m. — Purdue Memorial Union — $10 — Network and engage with Aspen Emry, CEO and founder of Bravenly, in a community-focused event.

Hot Summer Nights Car Show

5-9 p.m. — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — Free admission — Showcase your custom rides and enjoy live music at this family-friendly car show.