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Lafayette
Friday, August 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Trinity United Methodist Church in Lafayette is marking 200 years by honoring its legacy of community service and historic architecture, including longstanding programs like Meals on Wheels and stained glass windows created by Edna Browning Ruby (a renowned artist from the church’s past). The church will host a homecoming worship service and lunch in November to further celebrate its bicentennial. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Purdue University was ranked No. 62 on Forbes’ Top Colleges list and named the 8th best in the Midwest—this ranking also placed Indiana colleges such as Notre Dame at No. 33 and Indiana University at No. 94. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early Thursday, after a seven-hour meeting with strong local opposition, Tippecanoe County’s zoning appeals board voted 4-3 to deny the Rainbow Trout solar project on 1,700 acres of farmland. Project developers plan to review the board’s findings—exploring possible options to move forward. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Tippecanoe County, Lafayette and West Lafayette will receive over $17M in state funds for road projects in 2025. The money, allocated as more than $9.7M for Tippecanoe, about $4.2M for Lafayette and over $3.1M for West Lafayette, will be used for both short-term repairs and long-term improvements—ensuring safer roads. Star City News
- ➤ Carroll and Tippecanoe counties received nearly $25.5M in state road funding this year — the funds will support road maintenance, highway equipment purchases, bridge painting and snow removal in local communities. WLFI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Many fast food and sit-down restaurants in Lafayette will be open on Labor Day with varied hours—only Raising Cane’s will remain closed. Customers should check with local stores to confirm their specific hours. Journal & Courier
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Barry Odom is now Purdue's head coach and he is expected to improve a defense that allowed nearly 40 points a game last season. The team is projected to start strong as running back Mockobee nears a 1,000-yard mark and Purdue prepares to face USC on Sept. 13 at 3:30 p.m.—a contest that could show the strength of the new coaching era. 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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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.
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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.
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Star City Nights
6-11:55 p.m. — Downtown Lafayette Historic District — Free entry — Experience a night under the stars with live music, local vendors, and delicious dining options.
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Warrant with Lita Ford and Firehouse Concert
3:30-10:30 p.m. — Loeb Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Rock out to hits like 'Cherry Pie' and 'Heaven' with Warrant and Lita Ford.
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