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Lafayette
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Good Samaritan Project will host its free Back to School Celebration, Health Fair, and Gospel Fest on September 13 at MatchBOX Coworking Studio on South 6th Street from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families will enjoy health screenings, school supplies, live gospel music, vendor booths, and fun activities—expanding last year’s outreach. Star City News
- ➤ Greater Lafayette Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2025 Athena Leadership Award—an award that honors local women leaders who excel in their jobs and community work. Winners will be recognized at the annual celebration and nominations close on August 31. Star City News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ DIRECTV customers in Lafayette lost access to ABC, NBC, and Fox channels after contract talks broke down between DIRECTV and Star City Broadcasting on July 17. DIRECTV said it is offering streaming options and a $20 credit while both sides work to resolve the dispute—leaving customers to use alternative viewing methods. Journal & Courier
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A multi-county chase that began in Lebanon ended in Lafayette when 46-year-old Rickey Frank crashed his Chevrolet Silverado into a utility pole—he is now in custody and faces several charges while no bystanders were injured. Star City News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fowler Theatre, an 85-year-old venue in Fowler, faces closure in December if revenue does not improve after summer attendance fell from 100 to 30. The board plans fundraising events — including cookouts and ghost hunts — to help meet the $5,000 monthly operating cost. Journal & Courier
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue University's Presidential Lecture Series will feature Indiana CEOs Mel Raines and Brent Yeagy discussing leadership with President Mung Chiang in the fall. Raines is scheduled to speak Oct. 2 while Yeagy, a Purdue alumnus, is set to speak Nov. 6 — both lectures are free and open to the public. Journal & Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Purdue’s cornerback and safety positions show strong experience with five players in their sixth year and four in their fifth as many transfers add depth; Coach Charles Clark said the group benefits from fierce competition (which drives each player to improve). Journal & Courier
- ➤ West Lafayette head coach Lindsey Morgan carries her family’s volleyball legacy & led her team past Rossville at Berberian Gymnasium on Monday with a sectional sweep that set a promising tone for her tenure. Her win marked an early success as she continues a long tradition in the sport. Journal & Courier
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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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The Hooten Hallers Live
6-10 p.m. — People's Brewing Company & Taproom — Check event page for ticket details — Experience a lively night of swanky, blues-infused Garage Rock&Roll with The Hooten Hallers.
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The Beach Boys Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Loeb Stadium — Ticket Info Available — Celebrate over half a century of music with the iconic Beach Boys.
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Looking Forward, Glancing Back
10 AM – 6 PM — Artists' Own — Free entry — Explore Joanne Kuhn Titolo's art exhibition that reflects on past and future.
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