Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Toys for Tots and Franciscan Hospital have collaborated to donate the largest number of toys ever to children in NICU and pediatric care this holiday season, aiming to bring joy and comfort.
Lafayette is soliciting words from the public for a new art sculpture to celebrate its 2025 Bicentennial, with submissions due by January 3, 2025.
🚨 Crime
A man was stabbed following an argument at Country Villa Apartments in West Lafayette, leading to a woman's arrest for harboring him knowing he was a fugitive, with the incident still under investigation.
A robbery took place in Lafayette's Payless grocery store parking lot, where a victim was defrauded of $100 and sustained minor injuries after an iPhone sale gone wrong.
📰 Economy
In Lafayette, a mix of consumer anticipation of potential tariffs and the holiday season has led to an uptick in large purchases, particularly electronics, appliances, and cars.
Scott Walker is stepping down as President and CEO of Greater Lafayette Commerce on January 15 after a decade during which he led efforts securing $2.5 billion in investments and creating over 5,000 jobs.
🎓 Education
St. Boniface fifth graders completed their first DARE program, honored by Lafayette officials and police.
🏈 Sports
Barry Odom hired former player Jake Trump as Purdue football's defensive ends coach, enhancing the team with his experience and recruiting skills.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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Kwanzaa Celebration 2024
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