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Trial Set for April in Alleged Scheme Linked to Lafayette Judge’s Shooting. The first trial stemming from an alleged scheme that preceded the January 18 shooting of Judge Steve Meyer and Kim Meyer at their Lafayette home has been scheduled for April 8. Amanda Milsap, a 45-year-old Lafayette resident, faces felony charges of bribery and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors allege Milsap conveyed a $10,000 offer to a victim in a case involving her former husband, Thomas Moss, in an attempt to prevent testimony. The trial is expected to clarify her role in the events leading up to the shooting. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Feb 19) Greater Lafayette Lafayette, IN Logansport, IN

Judge Steve Meyer Returns After Shooting to Swear In New Tippecanoe Judge. Judge Steve Meyer made his first public appearance at the Tippecanoe County Courthouse since being shot at his Lafayette home three weeks ago. He returned to perform the swearing-in ceremony for Kevin McDaniel, who will serve as Tippecanoe Superior Court 1 judge. The event was attended by local judges and featured remarks from Indiana Supreme Court Chief Justice Loretta Rush. Meyer conducted the ceremony without addressing the incident but was warmly received by colleagues and community members. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Feb 11) Greater Lafayette Lafayette, IN Dayton, IN

Correction Issued on Chip Project, Sixth Suspect in Attempted Judge Meyer Murder Held. A recent Q&A with Choonhwan Kim regarding SK hynix’s new $3.87 billion semiconductor facility in West Lafayette has been updated to clarify that the chip packaging fab will have 15% of the processes found in South Korea’s front-end chip manufacturing, not 15% of the water usage. Separately, Nevaeh Bell, 23, of Lafayette, is being held on multiple bonds totaling $5 million after being arrested on 12 charges, including three counts of attempted murder in a case involving a plot against Judge Meyer, his spouse, and a trial witness. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Feb 8) Greater Lafayette Lafayette, IN Dayton, IN

Tippecanoe School Corporation Opens Kindergarten Registration for 2026-27 Year. The Tippecanoe School Corporation has begun accepting kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 academic year. Parents are asked to contact their child’s designated school to start the process, with guidance and details provided by the school office. After initial contact, families must complete online registration through PowerSchool beginning July 7, and will need documents such as a birth certificate, immunization records, and proof of residency. Children must turn five years old by August 1 to be eligible for enrollment. (Source: Journal & Courier on Feb 5) Greater Lafayette Dayton, IN Lafayette, IN

Court Documents Reveal Details in Alleged Plot to Shoot Judge Meyer in Lafayette. Recently unsealed court documents detail the events surrounding an alleged attempt by Raylen Ferguson to shoot Judge Steve Meyer at his Lafayette home on January 18. Investigators report that Ferguson admitted to shooting through the judge’s door and outlined a plan involving several accomplices, including his wife, to disrupt a criminal trial. Thomas Moss has been identified as the leader of the alleged conspiracy, which aimed to interfere with prosecution in a Tippecanoe County case. Multiple suspects have now been arrested and charged in connection to the incident. (Source: Based in Lafayette on Feb 5) Greater Lafayette Lafayette, IN Dayton, IN

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