Good morning, Lafayette.

Outdoor activities for the Griffin Performance Pavilion opening were canceled on June 26 due to rain, but the ribbon-cutting ceremony went ahead at 4 p.m. at Cason Family Park in West Lafayette — overflow parking was provided at Connection Point Church.

Honor Flight of Greater Lafayette received a $25,000 grant from the CenterPoint Energy Foundation to support its flight honoring veterans.

The flight will depart from Purdue’s airport in September & organizers ask veterans to apply.

A Powerball ticket bought at Meijer on State Road 26 won $50,000 on Wednesday night with winning numbers 13, 14, 16, 21, and 38 plus a Powerball of 14.

The next drawing is today with an estimated jackpot of $348 million.

Many high school graduates are exploring apprenticeships for blue-collar careers after Governor Braun approved $6.25 million in federal funding to boost local programs & connect students with work opportunities.

The move aims to offer practical job training and reduce time and cost in the education path.

Imagination Station Lafayette refreshed its upstairs playroom with dinosaur bones, building blocks, and a dress-up stage—developed with the Civic Theatre—to boost kids' creativity, and the area is open at 600 N 4th St during regular hours.

A lottery win of $50,000 was recorded after a Meijer on State Road 26 East sold the winning power ball ticket last Wednesday that matched four numbers plus the power ball.

West Lafayette Police Department is accepting applications from community members to serve as school crossing guards for the upcoming school season.

Interested volunteers should follow posted instructions (available at the department’s office) to help keep students safe.

Dave Payne retired after 41 years of dedicated service to Lafayette.

He spent 32 years with the police department as deputy chief and 8.5 years as the city's purchasing manager, and the city honored his commitment in a Facebook post.

Purdue sprinter Samuel Vessat broke records with a fourth place finish at NCAA Champions, earning All-American honors and now training for French trials (his first step toward the European Championship).

Former Purdue Boilaker Carson Barrett has joined Appalachian State as an assistant coach for the men's basketball team.

The Lafayette Central Catholic grad, who was a grad assistant at Purdue and part of its 2024 runner-up team, continues his family's coaching legacy.

Henry Cho Live Performance

8 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Check for pricing — Enjoy a night of comedy with stand-up star Henry Cho.

Monroeville Band Performance

7-10 p.m. — The Stables Event Center — Food trucks and full bar available — Enjoy a night of live music with seating for all ages.

Everyday Improv

7-8 p.m. — MatchBOX Coworking Studio — Entry details not specified — Explore your comedic side with Judson Wright through improvised performances.