Good morning, Lafayette.

Isaiah 117 House is hosting free lemonade stands today through Sunday across the greater Lafayette area to raise donations that will benefit foster children in need of extra support.

Lafayette Jeff football players volunteer at the Boys & Girls Club while they build strong ties with local youth and prepare for the 2026 season.

Their work aims to spark a lasting impact on the kids they serve.

Launch House will build a new facility to support young women’s transition to adulthood.

The non-profit project, primarily funded by Star Furniture, is under city council review for Monday, Aug. 3 and will also include an after-school space for middle-school boys.

Tippecanoe County 4H Fair began on Friday with over 1,400 attendees enjoying animal shows + a dog rally and open dining; today an antique tractor parade is set and the carnival will open tomorrow.

The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette marks 40 years of Art Smart Indiana with a free display of Hoosier art open daily from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Nov.

8, featuring works by Robert Indiana and Otto Start.

Art in the Park: Latino Cultural Night returns July 28 at Columbian Park from 5 to 7:30 p.m. and offers free Latino-inspired crafts, live mariachi, food trucks, and a meet-and-greet with the Lafayette Aviators to celebrate community culture.

Local theaters report strong pre-sales for Christopher Nolan’s film The Odyssey and expect IMAX screenings to be packed this weekend; tickets start over $17 (before popcorn).

Library staff said the ancient Greece tale is sparking renewed interest in classic stories.

Veteran deputy Levi Richter, with nine years of law enforcement experience, joined Tippecanoe School Corp.'s resource officer team to mentor nearly 14,000 students (serving Klondike, Wea Ridge, and Woodland campuses) after deputy Nathan Beever moved to a new role.

SmartAsset ranked Purdue second among America's best value public universities in a study that weighed cost of attendance, graduation rates and alumni earnings.

The research noted an attendance cost of about $24,500 and alumni earnings of $71,500 while evaluating over 500 schools.

Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce and Greater Lafayette Commerce joined a statewide network yesterday to help small employers explore ChamberCare health plan options.

The initiative provides tools to compare plans and help manage costs by adding an AI-powered benefits assistant (Healthee) and home infusion care coordination.

Local health officials confirmed three cases of cyclosporiasis in Tippecanoe on July 17, 2026 (the state reported 327 cases) and urged anyone with symptoms to see a doctor for testing.

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.