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Lafayette
Tuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last Friday, a new skate park opened in the Faith Community Center parking lot on Highway 26 for skaters and bikers in Lafayette. Citybus plans to add a new bus route + which will improve access to the park. Star City News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Red-tail Land Conservancy outreach coordinator Kendalynn Ross explained how plants use gravity, wind, water, burst force, and animals to move seeds—helping species spread and strengthen local ecosystems. This natural process boosts biodiversity and supports our thriving landscapes. Journal & Courier
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tippecanoe Senior Services said its funding remains secure during the government shutdown but warned that if Title III reimbursements stop, the Meals on Wheels program might have to end (the agency has reserved $30,000 as backup against potential cuts). Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nine Lafayette-area teams achieved strong performances in the first round of the Ivy Tech-sponsored IHSAA football playoffs, with Tucker Herndon scoring a game-winning touchdown with 25.7 seconds left in regulation to secure a 28–27 win over Central Catholic. Several teams advanced to sectional semifinals scheduled for Friday—each set to play at times between 7 and 8 p.m.—as standout players helped pave the way for the next round. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Ivy Tech Journal & Courier is asking local residents to vote for Athlete of the Week nominees for Oct. 20–25, with candidates including runners, soccer players and volleyball players—voting is open until Oct. 30 via email or social media. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue’s defensive coordinator Mike Scherer said the team played well in key moments but struggled with too many mistakes in its loss to Rutgers—big plays by the opposition cost them the game. Journal & Courier
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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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LUM Turkey Trot 5K Run
1:30-2:30 p.m. — 2541 Cumberland Ave, West Lafayette, IN — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Thanksgiving with a fun and inclusive 5K that welcomes all ages and abilities.
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