Good morning, Lafayette.

Tropicanoe Cove will host the final Sip and Splash (summer celebration) at 6:15 p.m. on July 29, offering locals a last chance to enjoy seasonal drinks and good company.

Generation NA is hosting the nonalcoholic Free Spirited Festival on Aug.

1 at Wea Creek Orchard, featuring over 40 beverage brands, wellness activities & educational panels; the event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and benefits Food Finders Food Bank with expected attendance of 500-600 people.

Tippecanoe County is hosting its 4th annual Back-to-School Bash today from 4-7 p.m. at 1950 S.

18th Street in Lafayette. The event provides free school physicals from 4:30-7 p.m. — immunizations, community resources, raffles and snacks are also available.

Rising school supply prices are causing concerns as students get ready for the new school year.

Vinton Elementary and the YMCA offer supply giveaways (including support from the Salvation Army and local church groups) to help ease the burden.

The Old Farmer’s Almanac released its 2026 fall forecast, predicting varied weather this season — Lafayette is set for its first frost on Oct.

13.

Today, the American Red Cross is asking Lafayette residents for blood donations to combat a four-year summer low, with type O blood especially needed (donations support hospitals managing emergencies).

Parkview Health broke ground Monday on West Lafayette’s first full-service hospital at a new site on Kalberer Road.

The $200 million facility will open in 2028 with 40 inpatient beds and a 24/7 emergency department while boosting local care and creating construction jobs.

Purdue athletic director Mike Bobinski will retire in December.

He said now is the time to step down from his role.

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.