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Lafayette
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tippecanoe Township Volunteer Fire Department will celebrate 75 years and host its Fall Fest this Saturday at Volunteer Station 1 in Battle Ground from 4 to 7, offering bounce houses, candy, and family fun — kids are encouraged to wear Halloween costumes. Star City News
- ➤ Wolf Park will host its Pumpkin Party this Saturday from 4-8 p.m.—the event features live music, crafts, and pumpkin treats for both people and animals, ending with a Howl Night at 7 p.m. Star City News
- ➤ From My Hands To Yours at Mount Hope Church offers free clothing and household items every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and pastor Tiffany Courtney said about 350 families, including 100 new ones, have used the resource as cold weather sets in (the operation has already outgrown its space). The organization plans to expand and will host a fundraising event on Nov. 7 to help secure a new facility. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brent Yeagy, CEO of Wabash and a Purdue alum, will headline Purdue’s Presidential Lecture Series on November 6 at Stewart Center’s Loeb Playhouse—he will discuss higher education’s role in advancing manufacturing innovation with President Mung Chiang. Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ With firearms deer hunting season starting on November 15th, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources is preparing for high traffic on its new license system — launched last December — and urges hunters to verify their personal information on GoOutdoorsIN.com to resolve issues before the season begins; those with questions may call DNR support at 317-232-4200 or 877-463-6367. WLFI
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Minks Live in Lafayette
6-9 p.m. — People's Brewing Company & Taproom — Tickets TBA — Enjoy a night of psyched out bluesy Rock&Roll with The Minks returning to the stage.
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Postmodern Jukebox Concert
7-9 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience top pop hits transformed into vintage classics.
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PMO Fall Show
7:30 p.m. — Long Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of choral performances featuring Purdue student groups in a historic venue.
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McCutcheon Holiday Bazaar
9 AM – 2 PM — McCutcheon High School — Free entry — Explore crafts, vendors, and food trucks to kick off the holiday season.
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Natalie Grant Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Ticket prices vary — Experience an uplifting night of music featuring Natalie Grant alongside MercyMe.
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