Good morning, Lafayette.

During National Ice Cream Month in July, Lafayette customers gather at Igloo Frozen Custard on Veterans Memorial Parkway, enjoying flavors like cherry sundae and Oreo double stuff.

Owner Bill Lodde—whose family has run the business since 1932—said they are testing natural alternatives to artificial dyes in response to new FDA guidelines.

Jake's Roadhouse in downtown Lafayette will reopen by the end of July after delays from equipment fixes and a water main break — locals share memories of past icons while hoping for future revivals.

Rohrman Automotive donated $10,350 to the Humane Society; Hodson's Bay moved to Crawfordsville as Broken Heart Cycling, Copper Moon Coffee introduced Cold Brew Packs, and Purdue will add three new on-campus dining options this fall.

A new report reviews five famous Indiana crime cases including a serial killer at a Westfield farm, unsolved Delphi murders, a Burger Chef tragedy, a fertility doctor who broke the law and the Natalia Grace case where she was left in a Lafayette apartment after her adoptive parents moved to Canada—stories that still appear in documentaries and podcasts—and that continue to spark many questions in the community.

Gary Allan and Buddy Guy will perform at Loeb Stadium on July 17 and 18 for the 2025 Summer Concert Series as part of the bicentennial celebration.

Lafayette Parks and Rec is preparing the stadium—transforming the space for music with local volunteer help.

Two free concerts will be held at Columbian Park this Thursday as the Purdue Summer Band starts at 6:30 p.m. and the Lafayette Citizens Band follows at 7:30 p.m. + community members are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets + to enjoy a relaxed evening of live outdoor music.

State officials confirmed blue-green algae in the Tippecanoe River and warn residents to avoid contact with the water — they advise not using the water for cooking or bathing and to keep pets safe; anyone exposed should rinse off with warm, soapy water.

Tippecanoe Emergency Management Agency Director Jeff Houston said his team updated emergency plans after Gov. Mike Braun’s comments on Texas flooding and conducted siren maintenance last month.

He added that transmitters from near Purdue are being moved to higher ground for better coverage — the agency continues to coordinate with the Indianapolis office and the National Weather Service.

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.

Lauren Daigle Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Lauren Daigle live in concert.