Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of September.
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🏘️ Community
Local firefighter Sgt. John Robinson, who died on duty in April 2025 from a cardiac event, was honored by the Professional Fire Fighters Union of Indiana at an Indianapolis ceremony held Thursday.
At the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds, a memorial honored those lost on 9/11 as Lafayette officials including Mayor Tony Roswarski and Rep. Shelia Klinker spoke to remind young residents of the sacrifices made 25 years ago (a beam from the Twin Towers was displayed and a bell rang for fallen firefighters).
🎭 Culture
The Art Museum of Greater Lafayette is showcasing an exhibition featuring local artists with disabilities who collaborated with Purdue University and community centers, and the exhibit runs until Sept.
30.
🏈 Sports
Friday night high school football scores were released for Sept.
11; in Lafayette, Lafayette Jeff won 56 to 14 over Harrison while other local teams also secured decisive wins.
Purdue hosts Wake Forest at Ross-Ade today in a high-stakes matchup as the Boilermakers aim to break their 21-game losing streak to Power 4 teams (the teams have not met since 2003).
Purdue will spotlight key players like Fame Ijeboi.
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