Good morning, Lafayette.

Greater Lafayette residents will join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s today at Riehle Plaza, 200 N.

2nd Street at 10 a.m.—the event aims to raise awareness and funds for the Alzheimer’s Association—and participants will carry flowers that show their personal connection to the disease.

Today, Recovery Cafe rebranded as The Hive Recovery Hub at a community fundraising brunch where local members shared their recovery stories — the organization noted that 30 to 70 visitors come every day, with 383 monthly check-ins and over 20,000 meals served — while reaffirming its mission of peer-based support.

Last Thursday, Taiwan signed two Letters of Intent with Indiana to buy nearly $6.4 billion in corn and soybeans from 2026 to 2029—Gov. Mike Braun, Lt. Gov. Micah Bekwith and Agriculture Director Don Lamb attended the signing, marking a boost for farmers in a tough market.

Rainbow Trout Solar is seeking a judicial review after its solar facility project was denied by the Tippecanoe County Board of Zoning Appeals in August.

The company claims the board made errors—relying on opinion instead of evidence in its decision.

Today at the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds, residents can recycle electronics from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at E-Waste Day and Lafayette Fire Department inspector Zach Dague advised on properly disposing of batteries and devices to prevent fire hazards—he stressed using the proper charger and discarding damaged batteries.

Franciscan and Chariot Automotive are hosting a car seat safety clinic today from 9 a.m. to noon at Twin City Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram FIAT on State Road 38 East in Lafayette—experts will inspect car seats, provide free ones to qualified families, serve Igloo Frozen Custard, and require children to be present.

Local high school football games are underway tonight in Lafayette as teams like McCutcheon, Lafayette Jeff, West Lafayette, Central Catholic and Seeger play in key matchups.

McCutcheon—led by junior running back Tyler Brigham—will try to break a six-game losing streak in the Battle of the Sword rivalry while other teams look to boost their confidence for the postseason.

Friday night high school football scores from Sept.

26 were posted for games in Lafayette and across Indiana — with Lafayette Jeff winning 77-0 over Anderson and many teams reporting varied results. The scores provide a snapshot of the athletic contests held across the state.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Purdue Boilermaker Half-Marathon & 5K

8 AM – 12 PM — Ross–Ade Stadium — Registration Fee — Lace up for the 14th Annual race event attracting over 4,000 competitors.

Tom Segura Live Comedy Show

8:00-9:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Ticket prices range from $48 to $227 — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Tom Segura.

Purple Pearl Trip to Inspired Fire

12-6 p.m. — Inspired Fire Glass Studio — Cost varies — Experience a day of creativity with live glassblowing and hands-on artistry at a renowned studio.

The Phantom of The Opera - Silent Film

2-5 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Not Rated — Experience a classic horror/fantasy silent film with live organ accompaniment by Ken Double.