Good morning, Lafayette.

Today, McCaw Park celebrated the completion of phase two construction with a new walking trail, basketball courts and pickleball courts available for the public—city officials said the expansion was driven by strong community demand for more active spaces.

Camp Tecumseh's CEO Joel Sieplinga expressed his condolences after the Camp Mystic tragedy and Texas flooding this past weekend and assured parents that the camp is taking extra safety steps—using weather radars, siren systems, and local emergency support to monitor conditions.

The camp north of Lafayette, which serves over 36,000 guests a year, said it reviews forecasts and coordinates with local responders to adjust activities as needed.

City officials confirmed West Lafayette will install more Park Mobile parking meters on 1st, 4th, 5th, and 6th streets + on Russell and Waldron later this month to improve parking management.

West Lafayette Police Department is holding its final Drug Take Back event on July 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at 711 W.

Navajo Street—residents may drop off over-the-counter and prescription medications—and will pause the monthly program during construction of the new Public Safety Center until it reopens.

Troy Allen Pownell has filed a federal lawsuit against Tippecanoe County Jail officials and contracted medical staff after his father, Troy Dean Pownell, died from sepsis when his severe abdominal pain was ignored—lawsuit documents claim that jail staff repeatedly dismissed his pleas for help as faked, delaying needed care.

IU Health Arnett Urgent Care at 1 Walter Scholer Drive in Lafayette closed in mid-May due to staffing shortages and will reopen on Aug.

4 — the attached primary care wing remained open.

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.

Randy Houser Live

7-8:30 p.m. — Neon Cactus — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sounds of Randy Houser with hits and captivating performances.

Art in the Park: Family Fun Night

6:00-8:30 p.m. — Armstrong Park — Free entry — Celebrate the finale of the Art in the Park festival with outdoor games, local art vendors and food trucks.

Daddy Daughter Date Night

6-8 p.m. — Faith East Community Center — $40 for a dad and daughter couple, $15 for each additional daughter — Enjoy a magical evening of dinner and dance under the stars.

Wine Down for WoodHaven

6-8 p.m. — Wildcat Creek Winery — Ticket required — Enjoy a relaxing evening with wine tastings and support the animals at WoodHaven Rescue Farm.

Repair Cafe

10 AM – 12 PM — Northend Community Center — Free entry — Bring your broken items and get instant help with repairs on appliances, bikes, and electronics.

Cyberinfrastructure for FAIR Science Workshop

1:00 AM — Purdue University — Participant support funds available — Enhance your research data skills with hands-on tutorials and interactive sessions.

The Arts Federation Gallery Exhibitions

Aug 8-29 — The Arts Federation — Free entry — Explore inspiring works by Maura Orvis, Katherine Dean & Christina Slayton in three unique exhibitions.