🌱 LPD Investigating Mother & Daughter Deaths + Wi-Fi At Public Events

Morning, Lafayette. Danielle Fallon-O'Leary here with your fresh copy of the Lafayette Patch newsletter, filled with all the local information you need to know right now.

But first, your local weather:

• Thursday: Mostly cloudy and humid. High: 83 Low: 64.
• Friday: Humid with partial sunshine. High: 87 Low: 67.

Here are the top three stories today in Lafayette:

1. Police in Lafayette are investigating the deaths of a woman and her 5-year-old daughter as a potential murder-suicide. The incident occurred on Jul. 27, with the deceased identified as Tracy Bondurant, 43, and her daughter, Rayleigh Bloyd. Autopsy results revealed that Bondurant's death was ruled a suicide, while her daughter's death was considered a homicide, both resulting from gunshot wounds to the head. Bondurant had faced felony charges of fraud and theft earlier for allegedly stealing over $50,000 from her sister's bank account. The investigation into the deaths is ongoing. (FOX 59)
2. The Tippecanoe School Corp. and Tipmont have joined forces to provide convenient Wi-Fi access at high school sports facilities and other public areas, enabling attendees to connect their devices during events and gatherings. This initiative, which previously provided free Wi-Fi hotspots at schools during the pandemic, aims to enhance internet access for learning and streamline educational operations. According to Tipmont CEO Ron Holcomb, connectivity is a fundamental aspect of modern life. (wlfi.com)
3. A Lafayette City Council meeting faced a halt due to a misunderstanding when a petitioner mentioned a "solid waste transfer facility." The petitioner attempted to rezone a parcel of land for building the facility, but council members were surprised by the purpose of the proposal. Confusion ensued over the nature of the project, leading to the issue being tabled until a future meeting. It was revealed that the project was related to a previously discussed waste transfer station. Additionally, the council approved various ordinances related to police department positions, rezoning requests for businesses, and the reauthorization of a stormwater service charge. (Journal & Courier)

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Today and tomorrow in Lafayette:

Thursday, August 10

• Purdue Farmers Market At Memorial Hall (11:00 AM)
• Thursday Night Dodgeball At Bauer Community Center (6:30 PM)

Friday, August 11

• Wine After Work At Wildcat Creek Winery (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Don't miss the year's biggest cycling event at the Lafayette YMCA on Saturday, Sep. 9, featuring multiple class times with different themes, community vendors, food trucks, music, and door prizes. You can register here. (Lafayette Family YMCA via Facebook)
• There are various ways to make packed lunches sustainable. Swapping a paper bag for a reusable lunch box is one option. Check out more options here and at the link. (Tippecanoe County Recycling and Solid Waste District via Facebook)
• Explore the captivating character-driven fantasy fiction of Guy Gavriel Kay in a discussion event on Aug. 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Wyandotte Branch Library, featuring rich world-building, imaginative histories, folklore, and distinct magical systems. Copies are accessible at any branch, and inquiries can be made by calling (765) 447-4774. (Tippecanoe County Public Library via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a content manager with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.