Thursday, October 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Congress Street United Methodist Church celebrates its 20th annual Great Pumpkin Patch in Lafayette, featuring 25,000 pumpkins, sweet treats, and more. WLFI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old was charged with felony intimidation for threatening to shoot up Harrison High School, with the threat reported by Snapchat to the FBI. Journal & Courier
- ➤ In Lafayette, a homeless man faces multiple charges including battery with a deadly weapon, after allegedly stabbing another man during an argument. WLFI
- ➤ Two teenagers were formally charged related to a shooting incident in Lafayette, Indiana, involving damage to buildings and vehicles. WLFI
- ➤ David Trevino was sentenced to 65 years in prison for shooting Jordan Loveall over a drug-related dispute in Lafayette, Indiana, in 2023. WLFI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Sustainea and Primient are partnering in Lafayette, Indiana, with a $400 million investment in a Bio-MEG plant that aims to reduce carbon footprint by using corn dextrose to produce renewable bioproducts, expected to open in 2028. WLFI
- ➤ The Lafayette Big Lots is among 46 stores to close as part of the company's Chapter 11 bankruptcy restructuring plan. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ WLFI partnered with the League of Women Voters to host a live-streamed debate for Tippecanoe County Council at-large candidates, featuring John Basham, Dean Bertelli, Katy Bunder, Ben Carson, Amanda Eldridge, Barry Richard, and Kevin Underwood. WLFI
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Harvest Hustle 5K Family Fun Run
Experience the 3rd annual Harvest Hustle 5K, a family-friendly run/walk event supporting local parks and recreation programs.
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Starry Night Festival: A Vibrant Street Celebration
Experience a lively street festival that showcases artistic performances, diverse artisan displays, and delicious food, all under a canopy of lights in the heart of West Lafayette.
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Hallowine: Fall Wine and Music Celebration
Experience an enjoyable fall afternoon filled with wine, food from a food truck, and live music at Wildcat Creek Winery.
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Keller Williams Real Estate Career Night
Explore the vast opportunities within the real estate industry and discover how to become your own boss at this informative career event.
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Sagamore Chapter 25th Anniversary Banquet
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Sagamore Chapter with a special annual banquet featuring dinner and various membership options.
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Fall Craft & Makers Market
Experience a vibrant market featuring local vendors and crafters, perfect for early holiday shopping while supporting small businesses.
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Weekly Founders Meetup for Entrepreneurs
Experience engaging roundtable discussions and peer feedback at the Founders Meetup, designed to inspire and motivate entrepreneurs in the Greater Lafayette area.
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2024 Women's Cancer Survivor Brunch and Resource Fair
Celebrate the strength and resilience of women who have overcome cancer at this empowering brunch and resource fair.
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Tour of Terror 2024: Spooky Haunts Exploration
Experience a thrilling tour of the haunted sites around Downtown Lafayette, complete with ghastly treats and ghostly tales.
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Purdue Boilermaker Half Marathon & 5k
Experience a scenic 13th Annual half-marathon and 5k race that winds through West Lafayette, Lafayette, and Purdue University's campus, starting and finishing at Ross-Ade Stadium.
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