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Wednesday, December 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Tippecanoe County Historical Association commemorates Jack McCord's birthday, highlighting his contribution to McCord Candies' holiday tradition with a historic photo. Star City News
- ➤ Professor Doug Fletcher, the Director of Operations for Purdue Bands and Orchestras, was honored with the President's Volunteer Service Award for Lifetime Achievement by President Joe Biden. WLFI
- ➤ The Salvation Army's Red Kettle Campaign is enhancing its charitable impact by converting $20 donations into $100 through matching funds to support local services during its final week. Star City News
- ➤ Burnett Creek Elementary's fifth graders handmade hundreds of Christmas gifts for the less fortunate, continuing a nine-year tradition of giving to the community. Star City News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Willie James III was sentenced to time served for his role in assisting with the 2021 murder of Jermey Dumas, having been incarcerated longer than the typical sentence for a Level 4 felony. Journal & Courier
- ➤ A robbery took place in a Lafayette Payless parking lot, where a victim selling an iPhone was swindled by thieves who fled with partial payment, resulting in minor injuries to the victim. WLFI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arts Federation (TAF) enhances the holiday season by offering a local art sale in Tippecanoe County, involving 34 artists across 14 counties, aiming to support community artists and provide unique gift options. Star City News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Barry Odom aims to lead Purdue football to a significant improvement by mirroring past instances where Power 4 teams saw five or more wins in a new coach's first year. Journal & Courier
- ➤ McCutcheon High School's girls basketball team, led by sophomore Lillie Graves, defeated Lafayette Jeff High School in a highly competitive game, showcasing top performances from both Graves and opposing junior Maya Layton. Journal & Courier
- ➤ Harrison senior Elizabeth Ware pivots from volleyball to secure a collegiate rowing scholarship with Indiana, embracing a new sport despite never having rowed before. Journal & Courier
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