Good morning, Lafayette.

A woman in her 40s died after being hit by a car while crossing at the South Street — Creasy Lane intersection on Monday at 7 a.m., and residents are now urging for more crosswalks as the busy site recorded 291 crashes.

Purdue professor Melissa Fraterrigo will host a memoir release party—this Wednesday at 6:30 p.m.—at Second Flight Books where she will read from her memoir The Perils of Girlhood and speak with award-winning author Eileen Drennen.

Lafayette Jeff football stars Aaden Aytch and Ka'vion Campbell-Walker hosted a segment on the area's top plays from September 1 to 6—showcasing key football moments for local fans.

Local high school sports shined last week as Ivy Tech Journal & Courier featured top nominees for Athlete of the Week in volleyball, soccer and cross country between Sept.

1 and Sept. 6, 2025. Fans may vote unlimited times until Thursday at 11:59 p.m.—winners will be announced Friday morning.

Purdue won both of its first two games and will host USC on Sept.

13 in Big Ten play at Ross-Ade Stadium. Ticket prices start at $39 on VividSeats—seats on the 50-yard line cost up to $791 on StubHub.

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.

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.

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.

Art on the Wabash 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Tapawingo Park — Free entry — Experience local artistry and vibrant live music in a beautiful park setting.

Stephie James Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — People's Brewing Company & Taproom — $10 ADV — Experience an incredible night of Retro-Pop, Soul, and Rock&Roll with special guest cuzzin eddy.