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February 26, 2026
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Former Purdue Coach Ryan Walters Prevails in Lawsuit Over Home Construction: Former Purdue University football coach Ryan Walters and his wife, Tara, have successfully resolved a legal dispute involving the construction of their planned home in Tippecanoe County. After purchasing land in February 2023 and hiring Steve Schrader Homes, disagreements arose, leading the builder to file a lawsuit seeking payment. A court ruling issued on February 26 found in favor of Walters, conclusively ending the financial dispute related to the aborted project. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 26)
February 24, 2026
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Rossville Students Participate in Statewide Caston Robotics Competition: Rossville Consolidated School District students took part in a February 21 robotics competition hosted at Caston High School in Rochester, competing among 87 teams from different Indiana schools. Representing Rossville were two teams: one from the elementary school and one from the middle/high school, each placing 35th in their respective divisions. Many entrants were experiencing their first competitive robotics event, gaining valuable insights into engineering and teamwork. Although they did not advance to the finals, students demonstrated growth throughout the competition. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 24)
February 17, 2026
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Greater Lafayette Playwrights Gather to Share and Develop New Theater Works: Local playwrights in the Greater Lafayette area are convening at MatchBOX Coworking Studio to present and refine their latest scripts. This recurring showcase gives writers a forum to share original works both with each other and with the wider community. The event highlights creative collaboration and aims to nurture new voices in Lafayette’s theater scene. Local audiences are offered a chance to engage with evolving productions before they reach the stage. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Feb 17)
January 27, 2026
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Cass County Judge to Preside Over Cases Linked to Attack on Judge Meyer: A Cass County judge has been appointed to oversee proceedings related to the shooting incident at Tippecanoe Superior Court 2 Judge Steve Meyer's home on January 18. Judge Lisa Swaim will handle cases against five individuals accused of involvement in the attack, with initial hearings scheduled for Wednesday in Logansport. The appointment follows a request by a Tippecanoe County judge for special judicial oversight. Court records indicate four of the five defendants are in custody in Indiana. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Jan 27)
January 26, 2026
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Indiana Senate Considers Bill to Make Judges' Personal Information Confidential: A bill before the Indiana Senate seeks to restrict public access to personal information about judges, including home addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. The proposal extends these protections to family members living with judges and covers sensitive data such as Social Security and driver’s license numbers. It also includes judges, magistrates, and justices of federal courts residing in the state. This measure comes shortly after a shooting incident involving a Lafayette judge and his spouse. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 26)
January 14, 2026
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Lafayette Jeff Girls Basketball Defeats Noblesville in High-Scoring Game: The Lafayette Jefferson High School girls basketball team secured a victory over Noblesville in a game characterized by strong offensive play from both sides. The matchup saw both teams scoring efficiently, keeping the contest competitive throughout. Lafayette Jeff ultimately managed to pull ahead in the decisive moments, clinching the win. The result highlights the team's performance during a key phase of the season. (Source: WLFI - News 18 on Jan 13)
January 7, 2026
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Scientists Release Insects to Curb Invasive Flower in Indiana Wetlands: Indiana researchers are introducing specific insects in an effort to reduce the spread of purple loosestrife, an aggressive invasive plant impacting the state's wetlands. The plant, introduced from Eurasia in the 1800s, now covers much of Indiana and displaces native vegetation. Scientists aim to utilize natural predation by select bugs to help restore ecosystem balance. Efforts are part of broader initiatives to combat threats to Indiana’s natural biodiversity. (Source: Journal & Courier on Jan 7)
December 26, 2025
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Invasive Multiflora Rose Spreads Across Indiana After Early Promotion: Multiflora rose, once promoted by federal and state agencies to curb soil erosion and provide natural fencing, has become a problematic invasive species in Indiana. Initially planted by land managers and homeowners, the robust shrub now forms dense thickets that displace native plants. Its spread has been aided by birds attracted to its fruit, making control efforts more complex. Recent volunteer efforts have targeted its removal from sensitive areas, including the White River in Noblesville. (Source: Journal & Courier on Dec 26)
November 13, 2025
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Bobcat Trapping Resumes in Indiana After Over Five Decades of Ban: For the first time since 1969, Indiana has reopened its bobcat trapping season following years of population recovery that led to the species' removal from the state's endangered list in 2005. While the Indiana Department of Natural Resources asserts that the population can now support regulated trapping, animal welfare organizations question the adequacy of current data and caution that the decision may be premature. The reintroduction of legal trapping has sparked debate between conservation officials and animal rights advocates. Local hunters and families are now participating, while concerns for the species' long-term survival remain. (Source: Journal & Courier on Nov 13)