Good morning, Lafayette.

On Wednesday morning in Lafayette, inmate Gentle Thomas Jr. allegedly attacked a deputy prosecutor at Tippecanoe Superior Court 5 by striking him with a small pencil—though the prosecutor was not seriously hurt—and was transferred from custody soon after.

On Tuesday, the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office warned residents that scammers are using deputies’ names to ask for credit card numbers and personal details, and Sheriff Bob Goldsmith said calls about traffic tickets or warrants are always handled through the court system + residents can call the office or check the courts to verify.

The STS Foundation is seeking Lafayette families to host international exchange students for three, five or 10 months.

Host families provide safe homes that help break down cultural barriers—an accredited program by the U.S. Department of State and international exchange organizations.

Purdue University has been awarded the Tier 1 Collegiate Purple Star of Indiana award — the state's only four-year institution to earn this honor — for its support of military-affiliated students.

The recognition, given by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, followed Purdue’s achievement of a 90% score across 37 standards in eight categories — reflecting its strong commitment to military student success.

Tippecanoe School Corporation is accepting registrations for all schools for the 2025 to 2026 school year — families can sign up early to prepare for classes that will begin soon.

IU Health Arnett Urgent Care in Lafayette will reopen its Walter Scholer Drive location in mid-August after a months-long closure because of staffing issues.

The reopening will restore urgent care services for local residents.

Indiana has six zoos for summer fun including the Indianapolis Zoo, Fort Wayne Children's Zoo, Michigan City's Washington Park Zoo, South Bend’s Potawatomi Zoo, Lafayette’s Columbian Park Zoo, and Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo.

Each zoo offers different experiences—ranging from large animal exhibits to interactive rides—and shows seasonal hours and ticket prices for families to enjoy.

Lafayette native Lauren Kendrick won a ticket to the WNBA All-Star Game in Indianapolis today after correctly answering a trivia question during a statewide scavenger hunt—she said she is the Fevers' biggest fan and is excited to attend the event next Saturday at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The win marks a rare opportunity for local fans to enjoy top-tier women's basketball in person.

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.