Today
in Lafayette
Wednesday, January 1st, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Police remind residents to celebrate New Year's Eve safely by adhering to fireworks ordinances, refraining from gunfire, and being responsible if consuming alcohol. KLFY
- ➤ Lafayette community members discussed the transformation of the former Truman Early Childhood Education Center into a new community center, emphasizing the importance of local ideas and activities for its redevelopment. KATC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brandon Adams was arrested for a crash on Interstate 10 that resulted in the death of Ashley Campbell, with illegal narcotics found in his system. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette celebrates New Year's with a traditional feast of black-eyed peas, cabbage, and cornbread for luck, wealth, and prosperity, incorporating unique Cajun flavors. The Daily Advertiser
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana will see its state sales tax rate increase to 5%, making it the highest in the U.S. until December 2029, as part of a new law to adjust the cost of goods and services. The Daily Advertiser
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parish's Dean Domingues Compost Facility transforms Christmas trees and other green waste into nutrient-rich compost to support sustainable waste management. KATC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The CDC confirmed a bird flu mutation in a Louisiana patient, marking the first severe human case in the U.S., with no evidence of person-to-person transmission. The Daily Advertiser
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Alyse Young Live Performance
Alyse Young will be performing live at La Pizzeria Lafayette, offering an entertaining evening for fans and attendees.
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Roots of Fire LIVE! Concert
Acclaimed Acadiana artists, featured in the documentary 'Roots of Fire', gather for two special nights to celebrate and envision the future of Cajun and Creole music.
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Rod Wave Live in Concert with Special Guests
Rod Wave will perform live at the CAJUNDOME & Convention Center, featuring special guests including Moneybagg Yo, Toosii, Lil Poppa, and Dess Dior.
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Creole French Table and Jam Session
The event features a Creole French discussion led by Creole Inc. followed by a jam session, welcoming participants of all ages and skill levels.
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2025 ArtSpark Information Seminar
This seminar offers individual creatives the chance to learn about financial support opportunities and the guidelines for the 2025 ArtSpark program.
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ArtSpark: Unpacking Creative Projects
The event features ArtSpark recipients presenting their artistic projects while discussing the ideation, budgeting, team collaboration, and execution processes involved.
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Live Music Performance by Alyse Young
Alyse Young, a singer-songwriter from Lafayette, Louisiana, will be performing live at the City Club at River Ranch, showcasing her musical talents accumulated over nine years of experience.
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