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Lafayette
Sunday, October 26th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 26th of October.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is asking residents to report sightings of exotic Mediterranean geckos (Hemidactylus turcicus) seen at various locations across the state. DNR officials say the lizards are non-dangerous, usually arrive as hitchhikers on shipments, and are mostly active at night. WLFI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is urging Lafayette residents to donate blood or platelets starting October 27th. Donors will receive $20 in e-gift cards and be entered for a chance to win one of three $5,000 gift cards until November 16th—helping boost Indiana's blood supply ahead of the busy holiday season. WLFI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a hard loss to Rutgers on Saturday, Purdue football coach Barry Odom vowed to fix the team for its supporters. He said the defeat was a hard way to lose and promised to improve performance moving forward. Journal & Courier
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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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The Wizard of Oz
7 p.m. — Rohrman Performing Arts Center — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the timeless magic of Oz in a mesmerizing performance.
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Young Frankenstein Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a comedic twist on the classic monster tale at this local favorite venue.
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Winter River Sunset Painting Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — Paid class required — Unleash your creativity while painting a beautiful winter river sunset with family-friendly fun.
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