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And check out Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Lafayette on the Lafayette Patch calendar
Hi there, Lafayette! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How much cheaper are Lafayette rents than the state and nation?
- Did you spot yourself in Purdue’s home showdown with Marquette?
Also on today's calendar: Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Lafayette and 6 more events.
Find out what's happening in Lafayettefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Debra F.!
Today's riddle: What did the stop sign say to the yield sign? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Find out what's happening in Lafayettefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Monday: Very cold with periods of sun, with a high of 24 and low of 15 degrees. ⛄️ Brr!
- Tuesday: Partly sunny and not as cold, temps: high: 36, low: 30.
- Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 39 and low of 32 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Lafayette apartments \u200bfor rent saw price decreases since last November (jconline.com) — If you’re renting in Lafayette, apartment prices have dipped, with November’s median listing down 6% from last year and now 16% below the Indiana state median. One- and two-bedroom units are slightly cheaper than a year ago, and far below national averages, giving local renters a bit more breathing room as they search the market. 
• See photos of Purdue basketball hosting Marquette (jconline.com) — Purdue basketball fans in Greater Lafayette can relive the atmosphere of the Boilermakers’ home game against Marquette through a new photo gallery, highlighting pregame warmups, huddles, and in-game action. The images capture familiar faces like Braden Smith, Fletcher Loyer, and Trey Kaufman-Renn battling on their home court.
📸 Around Lafayette
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lafayette
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★ Featured events ★
- Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Lafayette
201 Main St, Lafayette
2:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Board of Public Works and Safety Meeting
Lafayette, IN Calendar , 20 N. 6th St. , Lafayette
9:00 am - Walk-In STI Clinic
Tippecanoe County Government , 1950 South 18th Street , Lafayette
8:00 am - Redevelopment Commission Meeting
Lafayette, IN Calendar , 20 N. 6th St. , Lafayette
11:00 am - Critter Class
Lafayette, IN Calendar , 1915 Scott Street , Lafayette
10:00 am - Wildlife Workshop
Lafayette, IN Calendar , 1915 Scott Street , Lafayette
2:00 pm - Cancelled: Board of Public Works and Safety Meeting
Lafayette, IN Calendar , 20 N. 6th St. , Lafayette
9:00 am - Walk-In STI Clinic
Tippecanoe County Government , 1950 South 18th Street , Lafayette
8:00 am - Park Administrative Office Closed
Lafayette, IN Calendar Lafayette, IN 47901
Tuesday December 16
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Saturday December 20
Tuesday December 23
Wednesday December 24
Thursday December 25
🗓 Events Nearby
- Tippecanoe County Board of Commissioners' Meeting
Tippecanoe County, IN Calendar , 20 N 3rd Street First Floor , Lafayette
10:00 am - Goddess Flow — Intuitive Encounters
Intuitive Encounters , 146 Sagamore Pkwy W , West Lafayette
6:30 pm - Oak Ridge Boys
Long Center for the Performing Arts , 111 N 6th St , Lafayette
7:00 pm - Fun or Blacklight - Late Night every other Week
Painting with a Twist , 2049 Veterans Memorial Pkwy S #13 , Lafayette
7:30 pm
Monday December 15
Wednesday December 17
Friday December 19
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Update: Pet Reunited
A cat who went missing in Lafayette, IN, has been safely reunited with their family after 6 hours, 39 minutes. Message from Finder: "I think its a… (Nextdoor Stones Crossing) - Emergency Alert
Heavy snow is expected today. The City of West Lafayette is monitoring the situation closely. Residents are advised to prepare for potential parking… (Nextdoor )
- Carrols Corporation posted a job opening for Team Member in Lafayette. Apply here.
- Tractor Supply Company posted a job opening for Merchandising Sales Associate in Lafayette. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lafayette here.
🗞 Nearby News
West Lafayette
- West Lafayette declares snow emergency after Saturday's heavy snowfall (jconline.com)
- Indiana university custodian allegedly shot videos of female student in shower (local12.com)
- Three Reasons Why USC Will Have The Big Ten's Top Running Back Duo In 2026 (macon.com)
Frankfort
- DAR Host First Wreaths Across America Ceremony Today (clintoncountydailynews.com)
- WILO Visits Large Data Center in Fayetteville, Georgia (clintoncountydailynews.com)
Crawfordsville
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-- The Patch AM Team
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