Drew Cosgray

West Lafayette

Weekend Anchor and Reporter at WLFI-TV (West Lafayette, IN)

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Tornado Sirens Sound and Centuries-Old Tree Topples In Tippecanoe County

1 week ago | wlfi.com | Lilly Cederdahl |Drew Cosgray

TIPPECANOE COUNTY, Ind. – Whether it was near Harrison High School or toward Indian Creek, the impact was clear Wednesday afternoon. Trees downed, downed powerlines, and tornado sirens, was just a portion of the scene. "I’m just glad it didn’t fall in the road and hit anybody," said resident Merrill Hobaugh. Hobaugh recalls hearing tornado sirens between 3 and 4 p.m. but didn’t realize how severe the storm was until neighbors told him a large oak tree on his property had fallen.
Two 23-Year-Olds Quit Their Jobs to Open a Car Dealership in Lafayette

3 weeks ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — What started as a side hustle in a neighborhood driveway has turned into a full-fledged business for two 23-year-old entrepreneurs. Aaron South and David Devaney officially opened the doors to "Royal Automotive Group" on May 30. The new dealership, located at the corner of Concord Road and Teal Road, is already gaining traction — with three cars sold in just the first few days.
Monticello non-profit making a difference with horses

1 month ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

MONTICELLO, Ind. (WLFI)What started with a simple Google search in 2017 has since grown into a thriving nonprofit that’s changing lives—both human and horse. Courage Rock Stables in Monticello is not just a place for riding lessons. It's a haven of healing, resilience, and purpose—built from the heartbreak of personal loss. Founder Kim Markhim never set out to create a therapeutic riding center.
Local father hopes to find life-saving cure in Houston, Texas

1 month ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) A daughter shared her father’s story Thursday at WLFI. Her dad was diagnosed with terminal stage four kidney cancer in May of 2024. A year later, Clarence Bridwell is heading to Houston in hopes of a life-saving treatment. Alyssa Sterrett told her dad Thursday morning that she was headed to get lunch with a friend. Instead, she came to News 18. Sterrett’s dad, Clarence Bridwell, is only 54 and was diagnosed with terminal stage four kidney cancer on May 30, 2024.
A local father hopes to find life-saving cure in Houston, Texas

1 month ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) A daughter shared her father’s story Thursday at WLFI. Her dad was diagnosed with terminal stage four kidney cancer in May of 2024. A year later, Clarence Bridwell is heading to Houston in hopes of a life-saving treatment. Alyssa Sterrett told her dad Thursday morning that she was headed to get lunch with a friend. Instead, she came to News 18. Sterrett’s dad, Clarence Bridwell, is only 54 and was diagnosed with terminal stage four kidney cancer on May 30, 2024.
Pride Lafayette hosting Blood Drive

1 month ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — Pride Lafayette's newly launched LGBTQ+ Health Equity Project is aimed at improving health and wellness across Greater Lafayette. Pride Lafayette President Ashley Smith said she was shocked when she saw the first quarter results of Pride Lafayette's LGBTQ+ community health survey. One statistic showed that 46% of respondents avoided receiving healthcare in the past year due to fear of discrimination by a healthcare provider.
Pride Lafayette hosting Blood Drive

1 month ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) Pride Lafayette's newly launched LGBTQ+ Health Equity Project is aimed at improving health and wellness across Greater Lafayette. Pride Lafayette President Ashley Smith said she was shocked when she saw the first quarter results of Pride Lafayette's LGBTQ+ community health survey. One statistic showed that 46% of respondents avoided receiving healthcare in the past year due to fear of discrimination by a healthcare provider.
Three Best Friends Launch Lawn Care Business in West Point with a Big Dream and a Catchy Slogan

2 months ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

West Point, Ind. (WLFI)— On Friday morning, News 18 made a short road trip to West Point, Indiana, to meet three ambitious teens turning a shared dream into reality. The word around town is about “SWB Mowing,” a lawn care business started by best friends Galvyn Wallace, Phillip Swank, and Jack Bailey. Their goal? To offer affordable, reliable lawn care to anyone in the greater Lafayette area—and maybe inspire others along the way. For Wallace, the seed was planted early.
Purdue students getting ready for Grand Prix race

2 months ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

WEST LAFAYETTE, IND. (WLFI) The greatest spectacle in college racing is almost here. Purdue students are getting amped up about the Grand Prix taking place Saturday, April 26th. “It’s pretty electric. I’m not gonna lie. Everybody overall is just looking forward to the competitiveness of it. Fraternity vs fraternity is a big thing here because everybody has a cart," said Purdue freshman and Beta Theta Pi pledge Liam Fahey.
Indiana 4-H numbers continue to grow after 100 years

2 months ago | wlfi.com | Drew Cosgray

WEST LAFAYETTE, IND. (WLFI) Indiana 4-H is continuing to grow after more than 100 years. We sat down with Purdue 4-H members to talk about how it continues to grow. Courtney Stierwalt got involved in 4-H in Kindergarten, and years later she's now a 4-H youth development extension specialist in animal science at Purdue University. As you can probably guess, she is involved with animals, but she has made it clear that 4-H is not just about agriculture. “4-H is so much more than that.