Good morning, Lafayette.

Friends of Downtown Lafayette will host a free Christmas dinner on Dec.

25 for those needing a meal, available in-person & delivery.

Residents fueling up for holiday road trips find Indiana gas prices vary from $2.697 in Vermillion County to $3.002 in Union County — state averages are slightly below the national rate reported on Dec.

19.

Faculty representing Asian professors urged Purdue University on Dec.

19 to review graduate admissions practices in West Lafayette after reports showed that applications from certain countries were being denied admission (the group said this move undermines fairness and academic freedom).

Caterpillar Lafayette hosted a career exploration day at the Lafayette Engine Center where Tri-County Junior and Senior High School students learned about engine manufacturing and assembly — touring the facility and participating in basic assembly training and hands-on activities.

This week, the Lafayette Historic Preservation Commission approved new protections for City Hall and the Long Center to guide exterior changes and preserve historic details.

The City Council will vote soon on adding them to local historic districts.

City Bus Board member Joel Wright—who has served 37 years—received the Distinguished Citizen Award this week.

Purdue football announced coaching changes for the 2026 season on Dec.

19, adding Kevin Kane as defensive coordinator—returning from a season at Minnesota—and naming Zach Crabtree as offensive line coach while promoting Bilal Marshall for receivers. Head coach Barry Odom said the moves are expected to strengthen the Boilermakers' play.

Purdue football announced staffing changes Friday, promoting former Boilermaker Bilal Marshall to wide receivers coach and shifting Cornell Ford to running backs.

The moves follow Lamar Conard’s firing + they aim to boost the team’s receiving performance.

Local coaches voted for 43 players for the Journal & Courier Small Schools 2025 All-Area football team, recognizing top talent from area schools such as Carroll and Fountain Central.

The selections were announced on Dec. 19 in Lafayette.

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.

The Hobbit

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Civic Theatre of Greater Lafayette — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magical journey of The Hobbit in a charming local theater setting.

Find Your Fit, Lafayette: School Showcase

Looking for the right K–12 school option for your child? Join us for an evening designed to help Lafayette-area families explore the best private school opportunities available!