Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 7th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Tippecanoe County is helping 25 historic businesses upgrade their entryways, sidewalks, and restrooms to meet ADA standards.
The Accessibility Coalition will submit a report in August detailing the county's current accessibility needs.
🎭 Culture
The Indiana DNR is accepting submissions for a wildlife art contest to design durable license hard cards featuring native wildlife and Indiana landscapes.
Entrants must email their entries in one of five categories by July 31 (11:59 p.m. Eastern) to be considered.
Lafayette Parks & Recreation will host 'Picklepalooza' Art in the Park today at McCaw Park from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m., featuring a live pickleball demo, kids’ crafts, food trucks, and booths by local artists.
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette received a $500,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. yesterday to improve technology, develop staff, and expand its collection space — plans aimed at boosting its long-term sustainability.
🏛️ Government
Indiana State Police is competing in the Best Looking Cruiser 2026 contest by displaying a cruiser on the IU Memorial Stadium field with the championship title on the jumbotron — the agency has earned over 9,000 votes and is in fourth place.
🏈 Sports
Four-star point guard Kevin Savage III committed to Purdue basketball last Sunday, saying he chose the program for its strong coaching staff and winning offensive system near Mackey Arena.
The top-50 recruit from Georgia is set to join the Boilermakers and boost their point guard lineup.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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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.
Lake Freeman Brews Cruise
4-7 p.m. — Madam Carroll — Cost varies — Enjoy craft beers from local breweries while cruising beautiful Lake Freeman.
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