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Lafayette
Wednesday, August 13th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of August.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free Narcan dispenser has been installed today in the Grant Street Parking Garage on Purdue’s campus—Purdue and the Tippecanoe County Health Department will review its usage before deciding on more installations to make free life-saving doses available. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Lafayette police posted a live 911 call on Facebook to guide callers through CPR and other emergency steps for breathing issues—this resource offers written, step-by-step guidance to help bystanders act quickly until responders arrive. Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Introducing the Boiler Country Scores Podcast—offering an inside look at Lafayette high school football as the season begins. More episodes will share updates on local high school sports. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Today, Cooper Dold leads Twin Lakes as his mature plays may help end a 23-year drought in winning a sectional title — the team's effort could change their season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue football is preparing for the 2025 season by adding eight new linebackers under defensive coordinator Mike Scherer, who brought in players from Arkansas and UNLV to strengthen the defense after last season's losses. Six of the new players already played college football and names like Powell, Correa, and Ellis are expected to compete hard for playing time—fostering a deeper and more competitive lineup. Journal & Courier
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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.
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Clave Caribe Concert
7-10 p.m. — People's Brewing Company & Taproom — Cost Info Not Provided — Shake to the vibrant sounds of Lafayette's Latin groove machine Clave Caribe.
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Indiana LTAP Expo 2025
8 AM–5 PM — Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds — Free entry — Experience live equipment demonstrations and attend leadership courses in an exciting expo setting.
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Steel Magnolias
Steel Magnolias, directed by John D. Collier, opens on Sept 4th and runs until Sept 13th!
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