Thursday, October 31st, 2024

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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Khaleena McClendon, a 12-year-old, was safely located after being reported missing in Lafayette, Indiana, when last seen leaving her junior high school. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Residents of Lafayette, Indiana, are enjoying unseasonably warm weather, engaging in outdoor activities and social gatherings as they appreciate the pleasant conditions. Star City News
- ➤ Peanut, a gentle and easygoing young mixed breed dog, awaits her forever home at the Almost Home Humane Society after five months without finding a match. Star City News
- ➤ The Tippecanoe County Courthouse is welcoming trick-or-treaters with costumes, candy, and decorations for Halloween. Star City News
- ➤ The southbound lane of Creasy Lane will undergo temporary restrictions for road repairs on Thursday morning, impacting traffic flow. Star City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Day 11 of the Delphi double homicide trial, a clinical psychologist testified that accused Richard Allen confessed multiple times to the 2017 murders of Abigail Williams and Liberty German, detailing his actions and expressing a desire for closure. WLFI
- ➤ Dontrae Alexander faces attempted murder among other charges after allegedly shooting a man in a West Lafayette parking lot, where the altercation escalated from threats against the victim's children. Journal & Courier
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette area high schools gear up for IHSAA sectional semifinals with predictions favoring wins for Lafayette Jeff, Harrison, Central Catholic, and West Lafayette among others. Journal & Courier
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Day of the Dead Celebration at Purdue
Experience a cultural celebration honoring ancestors with crafts, live performances, and traditional food at Purdue University's Latino Cultural Center.
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Weekly Founders Gathering for Entrepreneurs
Experience lively roundtable discussions and motivation at the weekly Founders Meetup aimed at providing honest feedback and inspiration for entrepreneurs.
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Nate Venturelli Live at Neon Cactus
Experience an engaging live performance by Nate Venturelli at Neon Cactus in West Lafayette.
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Weekly Founders Meetup for Entrepreneurs
Experience lively discussions, accountability check-ins, and motivational support at this vibrant gathering for entrepreneurs.
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Notre Dame Fighting Irish vs. Purdue Boilermakers: College Basketball Showdown
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup as the Notre Dame Fighting Irish take on the Purdue Boilermakers at Mackey Arena.
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Purdue University Men's Basketball Game: Purdue vs. Yale
Experience an exciting college basketball matchup as Purdue University faces off against Yale at Mackey Arena.
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School of Rock Musical
Experience the hilarious journey of Dewey Finn as he transforms a group of straight-A students into a rock band in this captivating musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 film.
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A Motown Christmas Concert
Celebrate the holiday season with a live performance featuring a world-class vocal group comprising former members of iconic Motown groups.
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Weekly Founders Meetup for Entrepreneurs
Experience lively discussions and accountability check-ins while connecting with fellow entrepreneurs in a motivational setting.
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BMFX Wrestling Thanks For Giving: Rookie Rumble
Experience an exciting wrestling event that supports Food Finder's Food Bank, featuring a series of matches in a community-centered atmosphere.
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