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West Lafayette gives initial OK to more Flock camera limits; critics say it’s not enough
City council votes unanimously on additional automated license plate reader restrictions, as calls continue for an outright ban of the police tool.
 • Dave Bangert
Flock rules, sewers, SK hynix taxes, downtown development: A city council edition
A few notes and highlights to watch ahead of city council meetings on both sides of the river.
 • Dave Bangert
Anger over accusation of political favors flares at West Lafayette school board
An appointment to the West Lafayette library board has school board members sparring over questioned integrity and a campaign contribution from 2020.
 • Dave Bangert
West Lafayette neighbors fight to keep lawsuits alive to stop $4B SK hynix construction
3-hour hearing had attorneys for SK hynix saying it’s ‘game over,’ even before trial, for a pair of lawsuits filed by West Lafayette residents…
 • Dave Bangert
This and that for a Thursday
A late entry means new ballots for some in Tippecanoe Township. Candidate forums set. And more.
 • Dave Bangert
Tim’s Picks: One more (mini-) Mosey, to remember
Poetry, drag, roller derby, rock. And a a bonus Mosey. Line up your week here.
 • Dave Bangert

September 2026

Purdue-led Earhart expedition set to go: ‘A lot of eyes are on us’
High hopes, hedged bets in search for Earhart’s missing Electra. Plus, $7.5B data center plan advances in Frankfort. WL says sewer rates are going up…
 • Dave Bangert
West Lafayette City Council looks at tightening rules on Flock cameras
Measure would include new time limit on keeping automated license plate reader data, restrict expanded functions. Plus, new trial date set for accused…
 • Dave Bangert
This and That: A Sunday edition
How to watch Monday as Purdue details final plans for an expedition leaving later this week to search for Amelia Earhart’s missing plane. And more.
 • Dave Bangert
Funding OK’d to help with apartments, Lafayette Theater backstage project
Former Valley Oaks Health offices targeted for 33 studio apartments, along with space for green room tied to city’s Lafayette Theater rehab.
 • Dave Bangert
Haan Museum installs gallery on First Merchants windows overlooking Main Street
‘Museums Without Walls’ part of America 250 projects. Plus, change of venue, test jury concept rejected in trials connected with attempted murder of…
 • Dave Bangert
Tim’s Picks: The price of (DJ) Diesel
So much going on this weekend. Get it lined up here.
 • Dave Bangert
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