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Gomez to Race at Paralympic Trials
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Incoming senior Joel Gomez of the Purdue track & field team will race at the 2024 U.S. Paralympic Team Trials on Saturday, July 20, in Miramar, Florida. Gomez will look to earn a spot at his second Paralympic Games and will compete in the 1,500-meter...
Twin sisters charged with confining man in garage during domestic fight
LAFAYETTE, Ind. ― Rebecca Farrell's knife was mightier than Sharon Jarrett's pen. The 68-year-old twin sisters ― Farrell armed with a large knife, and Jarrett with a black pen ― confined Farrell's ex-boyfriend, a 40-year-old Lafayette man, inside Farrell's garage Monday evening, according to prosecutors who accuse Farrell of stabbing the man. ...
Better Know a B1G: Breakout Boilermaker
Some of the entries in the Better Know a B1G series practically write themselves. The topics are either so interesting or left such an impression on me that I already know what I want to discuss as soon as I see who is next on the alphabetical list. Purdue is not one of those entries. The Boilermakers aren’t exactly a bad B1G program. They have been in the conference dating back to the 19th century and have had various runs of success. They’re a huge public university with lots of fans and a big stadium. For the most part, their down years put them more toward the bottom third of the conference than the absolute cellar, and they don’t stay there for long stretches.
Better Know a B1G Q&A: Purdue Boilermakers
Our Better Know a B1G series rolls on with the Purdue Boilermakers! Andrew Ledman of Purdue’s SB Nation site Hammer and Rails was kind enough to answer a few questions about the Boilermakers and their various athletic programs. So without further ado, let’s learn about the alma mater of Zach Edey and Mike Alstott!
Men of Mackey take down Fort Wayne Champs in opening round of TBT
Purdue's Men of Mackey now set up a Round Two matchup with Assembly Ball, the alumni team of their rival Indiana Hoosiers. Men of Mackey take down Fort Wayne Champs in opening round of TBT. Purdue's Men of Mackey now set up a Round Two matchup with Assembly Ball, the...
Leaked group chat reveals defense team strategies in Delphi murders case
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Leaked conversations between attorneys close to the Delphi murders case and YouTube true crime podcasters appear to reveal the defense team’s strategies going into the suspect’s October trial. The cohosts of “The Murder Sheet Podcast” told I-Team 8 they were given thousands of messages from the group chat that spanned several months. […]
The big chance
Their partnership is three years and a few medals old, but Greg Duncan and Tyler Downs haven’t had their chance at glory yet. That comes next week, at the Paris Olympics. The former Boilermaker divers have ranked among the world’s best in the 3-meter synchronized dive at four international meets just this year, but the rest of the planet’s billions will be watching their next one. And that makes a difference.
Downtown Blues and Jazz Festival Saturday
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) -- The Downtown Blues and Jazz Festival is taking place this Saturday and you don't want to miss a second of it. This revamp of the Uptown Jazz & Blues festival is located at 5th & Main St. in Downtown Lafayette, in the parking lot right across from the Knicker Bocker Saloon. Performances will begin at five and run until eleven.
Rohrman Automotive Group sponsoring Purdue University Football Meet & Greet event
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) 0— Rohrman Automotive Group will be sponsoring a free Purdue University Football Meet & Greet at the Rohrman Fieldhouse at Legacy Sports Club. Fans can meet players and coaches, receive an autograph on one personal item and enjoy an evening of food trucks, bounce houses, games and contests.
Judo Club throws people
Dressed in Judogi, white practice uniforms traditional in judo, the members of Judo Club laid out large, padded mats in the center of the CoRec’s multiple purpose room 6. They worked together, talking about summer school and jobs as they straightened the mats on the floor, creating one big square in the center of the room.
Purdue Sports: Basketball, Football, Coaches & Rivalries Explained
Andrew Ledman of Hammer And Rails shares insights on Purdue Athletics with UWDP, discussing expectations for the men's basketball and football teams and highlighting the coaching prowess of Matt Painter and Katie Gearlds. Purdue men's basketball team reached the national title game recently. Coach Painter has elevated Purdue's expectations to...
Indiana Supreme Court Denies Defense Request for New Special Judge
INDIANAPOLIS — The request for a new special judge in the Delphi murders case has been denied by the Indiana Supreme Court. The high court stated Friday while Special Judge Fran Gull has missed the deadlines set to rule on the third and fourth Franks notices as cited by attorneys Andrew Baldwin and Brad Rozzi, […] The post Indiana Supreme Court Denies Defense Request for New Special Judge appeared first on WIBC 93.1 FM.
Sienna Foster of Benton Central named Journal & Courier Female Student-Athlete of the Year
LAFAYETTE — The Journal & Courier sports department is proud to present the 21st annual Student-Athlete of the Year awards. The selections were based on a student-athlete's athletic and academic achievements, along with community activities. The winners were asked to write about what high school athletics meant to them.
In Memory – Dr. Mary Anna Thrall (PU DVM ’70)
The Purdue Veterinary Medicine community is saddened to learn that a distinguished alumna, Dr. Mary Anna Thrall, of Barnesville, Colorado, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024. She was 80 years old. Born in Montreal, Canada, Dr. Thrall was raised in Patoka, Indiana, and knew as early as age six that...
“Paws Up” – brought to you by the PVM Wellness Committee
This week we’d like to give a big high-five to Heather Johnson, who is the schedule deputy and testing coordinator in Purdue Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Veterinary Administration. After Heather transitioned to the College of Veterinary Medicine, a fellow staff member stated, “Heather came into the position of schedule deputy and testing coordinator a few months ago, and took that role and ran with it! She works so hard to make learning better for the students in any way possible.” The nominator went on to praise Heather for also willingly and gladly taking on responsibility for the college’s Food Pantry after the staff member who had been managing it left. “I appreciate her excitement to keep the Food Pantry going strong. Heather is a very joy-filled person, who is always striving to better herself, the team she is working with and the college. She is always a strong supporter for what is best for the students and is willing to take on anything to help out her team. Thank you, Heather, for being a positive, outgoing and uplifting person. Keep up the good work!”
Purdue Dignitaries Join PVM Faculty, Staff, Students and Alumni at Reception Honoring Dr. Willie Reed
The Veterinary Medical Library in Lynn Hall provided the setting for a crowded reception held at the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine in honor of Dr. Willie Reed at the conclusion of his long tenure as dean. The event on Thursday, June 27, attracted a throng of well-wishers, including Purdue administrators, faculty, staff, students and Purdue Veterinary Medicine alumni.
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