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Lafayette
Thursday, December 4th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fairfield Township trustee’s office will distribute coats, hats and gloves from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 718 Wabash Ave to help families stay warm - Duke Energy representatives will provide billing program details, and supplies will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Journal & Courier
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Brewing Company at 622 Main St. will close after business on Dec. 20 after 32 years of serving downtown. Owners Greg and Nancy Emig (via Facebook) thanked the community for helping transform the area. Journal & Courier
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Citizens Energy recommends that homeowners keep pipes warm today by letting faucets drip and opening cabinet doors when temperatures dip below 55. If a pipe freezes and water trickles out, turn off the water and thaw it gradually with a hairdryer (or space heater) until flow returns. Journal & Courier
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Jefferson, a senior living community, held its grand opening yesterday and added 50 new homes to meet Lafayette's need for safe, affordable senior living (supported by READI funds and Homestead Resources). Star City News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Two Purdue football players earned All-Big Ten honors on Wednesday for their standout season in West Lafayette. Jack McCallister was named to the second team for his punting averages, and Mani Powell received third team recognition for his tackling and sacks. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue topped college sports merchandise sales on Black Friday and Cyber Monday as the Boilermakers outpaced Big Ten rivals and built on a win over Eastern Illinois. The surge was driven by popular holiday gear (including Christmas sweater-inspired crewneck sweatshirts and T-shirts). Journal & Courier
- ➤ Heritage Hills quarterback Jett Goldsberry flipped his college commitment from Ole Miss to Purdue on Wednesday, Dec. 3 in a social media post. He will sign with Purdue on Friday, Dec. 5 after a record-breaking season that saw him amass 10,539 all-purpose yards and 154 touchdowns. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Purdue football began its early signing period Wednesday with 20 high school verbal commitments and one junior college transfer for the 2026 class — the team already signed pledges Dana Greenhow, Rico Schreiber, and James Williams Jr., and further signings will be updated as they become official. Journal & Courier
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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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Help Hounds Live Performance with Jon St. Bourbon
6-9 p.m. — People's Brewing Company & Taproom — Free entry — Help Hounds returns with Jon St. Bourbon for an evening of Americana tunes in a cozy brewery setting.
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Christmas Eve Pancake Walk/Run 5K
1-5 p.m. — 500 Sagamore Pkwy W, West Lafayette, IN — Registration fee required — Enjoy a festive 5K run/walk followed by delicious pancakes on Christmas Eve.
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Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Purdue Boilermakers Women's Basketball
12:00 – 1:30 PM — Mackey Complex — Cheer on our lady Boilers to victory against Ohio State.
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