Good morning, Lafayette.

Tippecanoe County deputies arrested 22-year-old Noah Conley—wanted on a probation violation warrant—after a 25-minute chase Sunday evening, and he now faces charges of resisting law enforcement, reckless driving and driving while suspended.

Today, new and returning Purdue students started classes as freshmen like Gavin Daengsurisri and Nicole Goenner tried new courses and sophomores like Skyler Dimeola and Molly Dennis returned to a familiar campus.

Many students plan to join clubs—focusing on good grades and building connections—as they embrace the new academic year.

Purdue University is teaming with Elanco to build a new innovation district in Indianapolis — a project that will link the district to its main campus through the Hard Tech Corridor.

Governor Mike Braun said the state sold downtown land to support the project and help create jobs in Indiana.

The Tippecanoe Area Plan Commission approved plans for a new apartment complex by LTHC Homeless Services—featuring 40 units, on-site support services, and a dog park—on McCarty Lane to help veterans and people experiencing homelessness, with room for future expansion.

Purdue head coach Barry Odom has named former colleague Josh Henson as offensive play caller for the Ball State opener on Aug.

30—reuniting them after nearly a decade. Henson will call from the press box—starting with a set script but adjusting plays as the game unfolds.

Local fans are invited to cast their vote today for the gridiron football top player of week 1 and nominate their favorite performer—voting instructions are provided by the Journal & Courier.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Bright Forest Family Painting Class

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Online payment required — Unleash your creativity in a family-friendly painting class for ages 7 and up.

Afternoon Tea and Tour

2-4 p.m. — The Haan Museum of Indiana Art — $50 – $60 — Enjoy an elegant tea party with conversation and custom blended teas in celebration of Lafayette's Bicentennial.