Good morning, Lafayette.

Habitat for Humanity Lafayette broke ground on Walker Court Wednesday to begin construction on nine new affordable homes, adding to 32 houses built in the area and a total of 370 since 1984 (a project designed to strengthen local neighborhoods).

Residents across Lafayette joined the Hunger Hike, a seven-week campaign launched Aug.

3 to raise $110,000 for food programs. Organized by local nonprofits — Food Finders Food Bank, Lafayette Urban Ministry, and St. Thomas Aquinas Haiti Ministry — the event will conclude with a community celebration on Sept. 20.

Imagination Station in Lafayette will host its 25th annual Hands-On Transportation event on Sept.

12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., giving kids and families free hands-on access to fire trucks, construction equipment, and police cruisers (the largest fundraiser of the year) while featuring food trucks and a silent auction.

Community Impact Day 2026 will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug.

29 at Imagination Station and Good Samaritan Project campus downtown, uniting local non-profits, healthcare providers, churches and businesses (featuring Back to School, Health Fair and Gospel Fest) to offer STEM experiences for children.

SK hynix officials provided a behind-the-scenes look at the $3.87 billion, 430,000 sqft microchip plant under construction in West Lafayette on Tuesday, Aug.

4. The view highlighted safety measures (onsite nursing support and emergency cards for workers) as cranes and trucks worked at the site.

Sacred Dollar Band will headline Downtown Lafayette Live on Aug.

7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the former train stop on 11th and Main + organizers encourage guests to bring lawn chairs, enjoy refreshments, and explore local businesses.

Purdue University received $19 million to build an online cloud-based lab that will let remote users access physical labs, AI tools and simulations — the new lab aims to advance research in materials design and manufacturing processes.

Lafayette School Corporation announced it will continue serving free breakfast, lunch, and dinner for enrolled students through 2030 using the Community Eligibility Provision, with evening meals offered at select locations.

SK Hynix donated $60,000 for a new basketball court at Burnett Creek Elementary School, which was unveiled at a ribbon cutting Wednesday morning.

Students took the first shots on the court as school resumes today.

The Lafayette School Corporation welcomes thousands back today as Oakland and Vinton elementary schools open and six more begin; officials announced new math screeners for kindergarten through second and a My Ride K-12 tracking app while noting leadership changes (including superintendent retirement).

Klondike Intermediate School completed its renovation and now opens a new building (grades 3-5) in West Lafayette this school year; Principal Scott Peters said the update marks the final phase in campus improvements and welcomes students and the community.

Purdue football began fall camp on Wednesday, Aug.

5 with 53 new players + coaching changes, and the team aims to improve its 2-10 record ahead of its Sept. 4 opener against Indiana State.

Wine After Work

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