Good morning, Lafayette.

LTHC is asking Lafayette residents to donate winter essentials, including hand and foot warmers, gloves and winter jackets, to support the community shelter's operations during colder months.

Casey's Remodeling Annual Community Christmas event returns free this Saturday at Great United Skates from 5 to 7 p.m. Participants will enjoy skating and photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus while up to 300 community members are expected to gather.

Food Finders received a $50k grant from the Arconic Foundation to boost its food supplies amid rising need from SNAP benefit disruptions.

The donation will help serve more families and keep shelves stocked during the holiday season.

Regional gas prices fell to an average of $2.72 per gallon on Monday from last week's $2.74, a 19-cent drop since last month, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration; the Midwest average is now about 7.5% lower than the national price.

Purdue trustees approved an AI competency requirement for undergraduates yesterday.

The measure—tailored for each program—will be added to curriculums starting fall as university officials work with deans to update guidelines.

After Purdue lost the first set on Dec.

12, coach Dave Shondell called Bianka Lulic—who recorded three blocks—to spark a comeback win over SMU, sending the Boilermakers to the Elite Eight. The team will face Pitt at 7:30 p.m. at Fitzgerald Field House today.

Harrison boys soccer midfielder Franklin Caceras was named an All-American on Friday, Dec.

12 after helping his team reach state appearances. The veteran midfielder (finishing his four-year career with 16 goals and 22 assists) was recognized as the second in school history.

Purdue basketball faces Marquette today at 2 p.m. ET at Mackey Arena in West Lafayette.

Purdue is coming off a strong comeback win after a tough loss while Marquette aims to rebound after a heavy defeat to Wisconsin.

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.

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.

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.

Vision Board Party

1-3 p.m. — West Lafayette Indiana Nutrition — $10 for board and supplies, $20 for board, supplies & drink — Create a vision board to outline your goals for the year ahead.