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Lafayette
Thursday, November 13th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local charities in Greater Lafayette are facing a shortage of donations for holiday programs—Toys for Tots has only $3,000 available as it aims to give presents to 16,000 children, while LUM's Jubilee Christmas and Woodland Elementary School are also scrambling for funds to support local families. Organizers are calling on community members to help cover rising costs like rent and utilities so that more children receive gifts this season. Journal & Courier
- ➤ McAllister Rec Center will host Holiday Drop & Shop on Dec. 12 so parents can shop while children aged 5—12 enjoy dinner, crafts and games. The event costs $20 for the first child and $5 for each additional child, and families must register by calling McAllister Rec. Star City News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ivy Tech Lafayette expanded its Wolf Pack Pantry to help address food insecurity for students and employees—donated refrigerator and freezer units from Whirlpool Corporation and Swipe Out Hunger made the expansion possible—usage increased from 64 to 312 in the past year. WLFI
- ➤ Today, over 1000 teachers from Tippecanoe, Montgomery, and Fountain counties learned life-saving techniques in a hands-on emergency response session at Jefferson High School hosted by Franciscan Health. Franciscan will soon supply essential kits to 2,500 classrooms — aiming to prepare over 62,500 students for severe bleeding emergencies. Star City News
- ➤ Lafayette Jefferson High School is presenting its fall musical The Wizard of Oz that uses music, lights, and effects to bring the classic story to life. The performances will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday with tickets on sale at $15 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under — a show prepared by students to display their acting skills. WLFI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Greater Lafayette saw the northern lights Tuesday night when Dr. Cauê Borlina from Purdue University explained that peak solar activity created a rare display — he said the aurora may appear again Wednesday after sunset and a few more times in the next year. Star City News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Mayor Roswarski attended Veterans Day ceremonies at the Indiana Veterans’ Home and American Legion Post 11 on November 11 to honor local veterans. Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school athletes from Harrison, Lafayette Jeff, McCutcheon and Seeger signed letters of intent on November 12th as part of National Signing Day, choosing college teams for softball, baseball, basketball, volleyball and track — marking a new step in their sports careers. Fourteen students committed to continue their athletic journeys at colleges such as Purdue Northwest, Wabash Valley College and IU Kokomo. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Because a contract dispute removed ESPN from YouTube TV, Purdue basketball fans must use another streaming service or see the game at a local bar. DT Kirby’s and The Tap in West Lafayette are showing the game today at 7 p.m. — they offer a big screen and a place for fans to gather. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue basketball now expects All-Big Ten forward Trey Kaufman-Renn to return to the lineup today after missing two regular season games with a hip injury — he practiced with the team on Tuesday and boosts scoring ahead of a top 10 game today at Alabama. Kaufman-Renn led the team in scoring and rebounding last season and his comeback strengthens the Boilermakers ahead of the contest. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Twin Lakes football players Darin Baker, Fisher Clark, DJ Guthrie and Roosevelt 8th grader Avery Foutch hosted Lafayette area's top plays of the week and highlighted key moments from girls basketball and state volleyball kills. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Harrison Girls Basketball ended a 7-17 season last year after losing five seniors who helped the team, and coach Russ McColley is excited as returning starters Aleah Suh-man-ski, Allison McColley and Sadey Ringler work to improve the team's record in the upcoming 2025-26 season. WLFI
- ➤ Sinan Huan, a 7-foot-1 center from China, committed to Purdue basketball on Nov. 12 after visiting the campus in early September and choosing Purdue over Illinois and Ohio State. He becomes the seventh player at least 7 feet tall in 13 years — a four-star 2026 recruit with solid prep stats from Georgetown Prep and international experience in the FIBA U19 World Cup. Journal & Courier
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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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Santa at Bennett's Greenhouse
11 AM – 3 PM — Bennett's Greenhouse — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a magical visit from Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus amid blooming festive cheer.
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Purdue Christmas Show
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Elliott Hall of Music — Tickets required — Experience a holiday tradition with performances by the Varsity Glee Club and Purduettes.
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Purdue Christmas Show
2-3:30 p.m. — Elliott Hall of Music — Cost info not provided — Celebrate the festive season with delightful performances at Purdue's annual Christmas show.
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The Winter Makers Market 2025
11:30 AM – 6:30 PM — The Union Club Hotel at Purdue University — Cost TBD — Explore unique crafts and local creations this winter at a festive market.
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A Christmas Carol - A Live Radio Play
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Lafayette Theater at the Long Center — Ticketed event — Experience a timeless holiday classic brought to life as a live radio play.
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