Good morning, Lafayette.

Duke Energy and Tippecanoe Senior Services will offer free air conditioners and fans at Northend Community Center Gym next week from 9 a.m. to noon on August 18—supplies are limited on a first come first served basis to help residents stay cool during the summer heat.

Gabriel Hurt, a 10-year-old boy who is hearing impaired and autistic, was safely located after a nearly 12-hour search in a large cornfield in Tippecanoe Township.

Multiple agencies — including local fire, sheriff, Purdue University Police, and state police — worked together to bring him home, where medics evaluated him unharmed.

Spirit Halloween has opened a store in Lafayette (2577 Maple Point Drive, next to Citi Trends) and will soon launch a second store at the former JoAnn Fabrics on 311 Sagamore Pkwy N as shoppers prepare for the season.

An inmate in his 30s from Monticello died Tuesday night at Tippecanoe County Jail after officers found him unresponsive and attempted aid — Indiana State Police and county sheriff officials are investigating his death with a forensic autopsy scheduled for Thursday — in Lafayette.

Indiana State Police will increase patrols during the second half of August—aiming to reduce traffic deaths—by urging drivers to arrange a sober ride and asking the public to take keys from intoxicated friends and report suspected drunk drivers.

The Indiana Department of Transportation will start bridge work on I-65 near Battle Ground on August 20, causing lane and ramp closures at State Road 43.

The project will continue into September—weather permitting.

State Rep. Craig Haggard launched his challenge against incumbent U.S. Rep. Jim Baird in the 4th Congressional District after a campaign event in Plainfield on Aug.

12. Haggard accused Baird's mailers of hinting at a succession plan and reported strong fundraising ahead of the May primary—promising to work hard for his district regardless of who runs.

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.

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.

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.

Steel Magnolias

Steel Magnolias, directed by John D. Collier, opens on Sept 4th and runs until Sept 13th!