🌱 Truck Stop Robberies + State To Receive $10.8M For Railway Project

Hi there, Lafayette. I'm here in your inbox today to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 78 Low: 60.
• Wednesday: A shower and thunderstorm. High: 71 Low: 56.

Here are the top three stories today in Lafayette:

1. On Friday, a group of men robbed several drivers at a Lafayette truck stop, according to reports filed with the sheriff's office. At a truck stop at Schuyler Avenue and Tippecanoe County Road 200 North, a group of men were canvasing the parking lot asking for money. On three distinct occasions, they demanded $400, $100, and $200 from three separate truck drivers, who complied with their requests after seeing the men's weapons. Police are still searching for the robbers as the investigation continues. (Journal & Courier)
2. Yesterday, the Biden administration announced that it has awarded more than $1.4 billion to projects that improve railway safety and boost capacity — and Indiana is among 35 states to receive those funds. These initiatives aim to enhance railway safety, connectivity, and resilience, benefiting various communities and strengthening supply chains nationwide. Projects include track upgrades, bridge repairs, and measures to mitigate extreme weather vulnerabilities, with Indiana receiving $10.8 million for rail improvements and other states benefiting from grants for restoring passenger services and modernizing rail infrastructure. (Inside Indiana Business)
3. On Saturday morning, Lafayette police arrested a man for murder following a shooting on the 1100 block of N. 12th Street. When officers were dispatched and arrived at the scene, they located a dead adult male in a vehicle who sustained multiple gunshot wounds. They arrested a suspect, who got into an altercation with the victim prior to the shooting. Even though the arrest has been made, the investigation into the circumstances of the incident is ongoing. (FOX 59 Indianapolis)

🏠 Want to see your real estate business featured in front of a growing audience of local buyers and sellers in Lafayette? See how you can access our targeted and engaged audience through our exclusive newsletter sponsorships. Click here to learn more.

Today and tomorrow in Lafayette:

Tuesday, September 26

• Lapsit Storytime At Tippecanoe County Public Library (9:30 AM)
• ZG Smith Concert At People's Brewing Company (7:00 PM)

Wednesday, September 27

• First Aid Basics At Klondike Branch Library (6:00 PM)
• Dawn Hively Music Live At Teays River Brewing & Public House (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Registration for Fall Break Camp at McAllister Recreation Center is now open. Dates run from Oct. 16-17 or Oct. 16-20 and include engaging seasonal games, crafts, field trips, and more. Register online today! (Lafayette Parks & Recreation via Facebook)
• Tickets for the annual "Boo at the Zoo" — taking place this year on Oct. 20-22 — are available now! The festivities include hauntingly friendly kids' activities, including a costume contest, games, treat stops, bounce houses, educational experiences, and so much more. All proceeds from the event go to the Lafayette Parks Foundation. (Columbian Park Zoo via Facebook)
• House hunting? Check out this week's roundup of the best properties to hit the market in the Lafayette area. (Lafayette Patch)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured events:

• T-Mobile Tuesdays: Get Delighted Every Week (September 26)
• Add your event

Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll see you soon!

— 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.