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Lafayette
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly one in six children in Tippecanoe County do not always know when they will have their next meal, and the Hunger Hike will be held Sunday at Riehle Plaza to support them. Lafayette Urban Ministry — Food Finders Food Bank — and the St. Thomas Center are organizing the walk with pre-walk activities at 1 p.m. and the hike starting at 2:15 p.m. to reach a $115,000 goal. WLFI
- ➤ Lafayette Urban Ministry, Food Finders Food Bank, and the St. Thomas Center are teaming up for the Hunger Hike this Sunday at Riehle Plaza to raise funds for kids facing food insecurity in Tippecanoe County. The event begins with Zumba at 1 p.m. and a walk at 2:15 p.m. — groups hope to reach a $115,000 goal, with $76,000 already raised. WLFI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ With autumn nearly here, multiple fall events are planned in Greater Lafayette to offer corn mazes, haunted houses, farm rides and live music; for example, Exploration Acres features a bicentennial corn maze (with pumpkin patches, wagon rides and games) while other locations host festive vendor events and spooky attractions. Ticket prices, hours and activities vary by event. Journal & Courier
- ➤ The Tippecanoe County Historical Association has launched its annual fundraising campaign to preserve historic documents and artifacts, bring in speakers, and fund historical markers. Donations are accepted online + the campaign supports its goal to save local history. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Pacers Sports & Entertainment CEO Mel Raines will speak at Purdue University for the Presidential Lecture Series on Oct. 2 at Fowler Hall in the Stewart Center, and the lecture is free and open to the public. Star City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Wabash River Enhancement Corporation is seeking 10 more volunteers to join its Sampling Blitz to test the river’s water quality in three-hour shifts from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. — the project continues on Saturday with online training available for volunteers of all ages and experience levels. Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Station Shopping Center’s vacant Big Lots space may soon host Fun City, an indoor adventure park with trampolines, foam pits, ball pits, obstacle courses, slides and jungle gyms—its proposed rezone was approved by the Tippecanoe County Area Plan Commission—and the Lafayette City Council will vote on the change on October 6—if the rezoning passes, the park will bring new activity to the area. Journal & Courier
- ➤ The West Lafayette Fire Department celebrated Shawn Leuck and Lieutenant Ben Jones for reaching 20 years of service by awarding them certificates—an honor that shows their dedication to protecting the community. The department expressed its gratitude as the firefighters continue to serve Lafayette. Star City News
- ➤ The Tippecanoe County Area Plan Commission approved new rules limiting gas station construction in Lafayette by restricting sites to specific commercial zones, increasing the canopy setback from property lines, and requiring a decommissioning plan. The rules also prohibit stations within 5,500 feet of an existing station and 500 feet of residential areas—guidelines that will go to a final vote by city and county officials in October. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Lawmakers set to add work rules for Medicaid beneficiaries next summer will delay the changes until 2027 because federal rules under the Big, Beautiful Bill require all expansion enrollees to meet these requirements—state officials said they are still waiting for further federal approvals on other parts of the health care plan. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sports 18's Game of the Week preview features a matchup between the West Lafayette Red Devils and Lafayette Central Catholic Knights—both teams with records of 1-3 are set to play soon. WLFI
- ➤ Joey Tanona, a native from Zionsville, had his Notre Dame career cut short by a car crash and will start as Purdue’s left tackle this Saturday at 3:30 p.m.—he said he is ready to make the most of his second chance. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue football will travel to Notre Dame Stadium on its first road trip under head coach Barry Odom as it faces a must-win game against the winless Fighting Irish. The team must improve its blocking and reduce turnovers—issues that could affect its early season start. Journal & Courier
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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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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.
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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.
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Direct From Sweden - A Tribute to ABBA
7:30-9 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic hits of ABBA performed live in a tribute show that captures the essence of their music.
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Nebraska Cornhuskers at Purdue Boilermakers Women's Volleyball
8 p.m. — Holloway Gymnasium — As Low As $224 — Witness an exciting volleyball showdown as the Cornhuskers take on the Boilermakers.
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Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids
11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. — Comfort Inn Lafayette I-65 — Free entry — Dive into robotics with expert guidance in this hands-on workshop for kids aged 7-14.
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Lafayette Family YMCA Trunk-or-Treat
Evening — YMCA of Lafayette Indiana — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with family by exploring creatively decorated trunks filled with treats.
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