Sunday, April 26, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Historic span's community impact: INDOT has started long-awaited work on the SR 225 bridge in Battle Ground, closed three years. Crews will repair the truss and maintain the span, with completion expected in 2027 -- see what's planned and when.

Employers rate graduates highly: Purdue was again named to Forbes’ New Ivies list for preparing students for AI, after input from 100-plus executives, with an AI competency set for incoming undergraduates in fall 2026 -- read the full story.

More momentum for Wawa: Wawa will open stores this summer in Lafayette, Anderson, and Muncie, expanding in Indiana. Plans include a free hot coffee anniversary perk and dozens of jobs at the new sites -- get all the details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably overpaying (especially if you rack up fewer miles than you used to). It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching to a safe-driver-low-mileage plan with Lemonade could save you up to $1,000 over the next year without downgrading from full coverage. I drive a few times a week and went from paying hundreds to ~$60 a month for the exact same policy -- see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Slurp-worthy comfort: If your week needs a reset, Noodles & I delivers steaming bowls and savory snacks that hit fast, from Spicy Chicken Ramen to Crab Rangoon to a legit Lamb Rougamo. Zero fuss, maximum cozy, perfect for when cooking sounds like a tomorrow problem.

Serious tap list energy: Craving options beyond light or IPA? The Tap West Lafayette keeps 200+ craft beers at the ready, including originals from their Indiana brewery, plus solid pub grub to back it up. Rally your crew for trivia or just make it your easy midweek reset.

Serious slurp therapy: Genki Ramen delivers the kind of rich, soul-warming broth and springy noodles that reset a long day, perfect for a quick solo slurp or a low-key catch up. When the Midwest chill or midterms hit, this spot is your cozy, no-drama dinner plan.

That patch of scalp that wasn't there a year ago: It's more common than most folks talk about. Especially in your 50s... hormones, stress, and nutrition all start pulling at hair density at once. Nutrafol is a drug-free daily supplement designed to work on those causes together — and in clinical studies, 93% of women said their hair looked healthier after six months. *Take a look →

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

Two sprays before bed, no more snoring? It really is that simple. No mouthpiece to wrestle with, no CPAP mask, no nose strips that peel off at 2am. This doctor-developed throat spray has been keeping sleepers quiet for 30 years, and first-time orders are 40% off right now. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

✏ Drawing Degas, Delights and Purdue Day of Giving @ Purdue Memorial Union | Wednesday (4/29) at 5:30 PM – Whether you still mix up Monet and Manet, or can spot a Degas from across the room, this Purdue Women’s Network hangout at PMU blends sketching, sweet bites, and Day of Giving spirit. Mingle with Boilermakers, toast some impact, and maybe loosen the wallet.

✂ Ladies' Postage Stamp Mini Quilt @ The Grove Covenant Church | Wednesday (4/29) at 7:00 PM – Ladies, mini quilt night is back on, now that Purdue’s Sweet 16 isn’t hogging the remote. We’ll stitch mini quilts with precut squares and provided fabric in the Great Room, you bring sewing machine, small scissors, and a lidded drink, pick a size, and re-register.

🌹 Run for the Roses @ Painting with a Twist | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – If your fancy hat has been begging for daylight, Run for the Roses is its moment. Expect mint juleps, friendly wagers, bold headwear, and the two fastest minutes in sports, plus quality people-watching, adult banter, and just enough tradition to justify dressing up.

🖼 Opening Reception: Time for Tea and Poetics of Metal @ Art Museum of Greater | Friday (5/1) at 6:00 PM – Swing by the opening reception for a double bill: local collectors' teapots, and metalwork by Sishi Wang and Jessica Mohl, reimagining the humble teapot as poetry. Expect complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres, courtesy of the Art League, easy mingling, and that smug first look feeling.

👡 Slipper Sidewalk Sale @ French Knot | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – First-ever Slipper Sidewalk Sale, mostly cozy pairs, plus crocheted raffia belts and summer hats you did not know you needed. Fresh styles, not the December stash, with new slippers 60% off for Mother’s Day, and Golden Avenue adding live music and a yard sale-style market.

✨ Absolute Light Holistic Fair @ Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Fourth year running, this holistic fair is your chance to swap small talk for intuitive readings, chair massage, and energy work that might unkink your shoulders. Think crystals, calm, and vendors who have been around the block, not Instagram. Low stress, high vibes.

🔨 Basic Blacksmithing @ Prophetstown State Park | Saturday (5/2) at 1:00 PM – Ready to trade your power tools for fire, muscle, and a hammer? At The Farm in Prophetstown, step into a 1920s forge, learn a smith’s daily grind, and watch iron take shape. Smells like history, sounds like work, and makes your toolbox feel humble.

This 5-bed, 4.5-bath home sits across from Lafayette Country Club, fully renovated in 2020. A granite and stainless kitchen flows into living areas with crown molding. Three walk-in tile showers, two laundry sets, and a built-in dog cage add comfort. The finished basement features a custom bar and a urinal bath, plus a fenced yard, basketball goal, and oversized shed.