Good morning, Lafayette.

Motorcyclists and Jeep drivers will gather on Progress Drive in Lafayette this Saturday for the fourth annual No Hero Should Be Homeless ride to raise funds for veteran and homeless services.

The event will include games and food while proceeds benefit LTHC Homeless Services.

Mark's Fireworks in Lafayette is preparing for the Fourth of July by stocking over 1,000 items and drawing customers who spend anywhere from $60 to $3,000.

New worker Devin said the store keeps prices low by buying directly from China before tariffs hit+ many shoppers in Lafayette are already planning for the celebration next month.

Lafayette man Demarrius Fields was charged with burglary and theft in Tippecanoe County after police linked him to a May 23 break-in at Adda Indian Cuisine in West Lafayette—he allegedly broke in around 1 a.m. and stole electronic tablets and beverages—and had previous theft convictions.

United Way of Greater Lafayette runs a three-week free Kindergarten Countdown Camp at Wea Ridge to help pre-K kids learn skills like proper pencil grip and safe scissor use before starting kindergarten in August.

Teacher Christina Wallis—teaching this year’s camp—observed that the program improves the students' focus and readiness for school.

Lafayette drivers face delays as left turn lanes on Fannon Drive, 9th Street and Greenbush Street are closed from 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day through Friday for sewer system improvements.

City crews work on the upgrades, and motorists are advised to plan alternate routes.

Dr. Chirag Patel—urgent care director at IU Health West Lafayette—warns that rising summer heat will put residents at risk for heat illness if they do not stay hydrated and cool; he said symptoms like thirst, fatigue and confusion mean people should get indoors or find a cooling station.

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.

ART TAP Live Podcast Panel with Craig Martin

7-8 p.m. — Bennett's Greenhouse — Free admission — Experience an engaging live recording of the ART TAP Podcast with host Craig Martin, a multifaceted artist and podcaster.

Wea Creek Orchard's Annual Sunflower Festival

Time TBA — Wea Creek Orchard — Check website for details — Celebrate the beauty of sunflowers at this annual community festival.

Greater Lafayette World Series 2025

Tournament Schedule — Jul 16-20 — Loeb Stadium — Entry Fee Applicable — Watch international youth teams compete in an exciting baseball tournament.