Good morning, Lafayette.

State art grants have been approved to fund three local cultural projects at Lafayette Theater, the Arts Federation, and Wabash College, with mural work beginning in August across the region—supporting public art and preserving local history.

Diesel prices are rising again, and farmers are facing higher fueling costs without an option to cut back on operations near Lafayette today.

Some community members, including a local resident, remain optimistic that better harvests will help ease the financial pressure.

Lafayette School Corp. will host its first Back-to-School Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. July 23 at Jefferson High School Crawley Athletic Center to offer families school info, free haircuts for children, and prize drawings — community groups including Bauer Family Resources and CityBus will also participate.

IDNR nongame aquatics biologists collected an endangered Bantam Sunfish (the northern extent of its range) from two small Wabash River tributaries during the Indiana Academy of Science BioBlitz at Harmonie State Park, and they plan to expand their search for a larger population.

Cyclosporiasis cases have increased in Tippecanoe County, and health officials urge residents to wash produce and refrigerate fruits promptly (per CDC guidance) to lower infection risks.

Local vendors at Purdue Farmers Market continue to see steady business despite the warnings.

The Lafayette Aviators are in the final stretch of their summer season as they face three weeks before the playoffs and play most games away from Loeb Stadium.

Outfielder Drew Potts said new players have joined after others left for college classes + preseason practices.

Purdue and Colorado will face off inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis on Dec.

19 during the Indy Classic — marking their first meeting in nearly 40 years as Purdue finalizes its nonconference schedule with a college basketball doubleheader featuring Butler and Georgia Tech.

Lake Freeman Brews Cruise

4-7 p.m. — Madam Carroll — Cost varies — Enjoy craft beers from local breweries while cruising beautiful Lake Freeman.

Wine After Work

4:30-7:30 p.m. — Wildcat Creek Winery — Enjoy great wine, live music, and delicious food from local food trucks.