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Monday, January 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Lafayette has opened a warming center at Dupuis Recreation Center to provide shelter for those in need ahead of forecasted freezing temperatures.  City of Lafayette
  • The Jessie Livingston Taylor Center in Lafayette offers essential housing programs and educational opportunities to empower residents and strengthen neighborhoods in 2025.  BY Local News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Lafayette firefighters quickly extinguished a patio fire caused by an improperly discarded cigarette, preventing further damage to the home.  KLFY
  • Lafayette firefighters tackled three house fires over the weekend, involving a saved home from a patio fire, a destroyed vacant house, and a heavily damaged mobile home, with no injuries reported.  The Advocate
  • A mobile home in Lafayette was destroyed by fire, with no injuries reported as the occupant was away; the cause is under investigation.  News 15

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet focuses on efficient service delivery, infrastructure projects, and government restructuring as she enters her second year in office.  The Advocate

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Alyse Young Live Performance

    Alyse Young will be performing live at La Pizzeria Lafayette, offering an entertaining evening for fans and attendees.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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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.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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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.

    Tue, 1/21/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • The La Maquinaria Norteña and Los Pescadores Concert

    This concert features performances by La Maquinaria Norteña and Los Pescadores Del Rio Conchos, providing an entertainment opportunity for an adult audience.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Bayou Mardi Gras Parade in New Iberia

    A family-friendly Mardi Gras parade and celebration takes place along Historic Main Street in New Iberia.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING
  • Luxury Living in Lafayette

    This new construction home in Lafayette's prestigious Brookshire Gardens neighborhood includes over 3600 square feet, 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms and showcases designer sophistication and meticulous craftsmanship. The living room spaces and chef's kitchen offer a seamless blend of function and beauty showcasing antique doors, an inviting fireplace, custom cabinetry, quartzite countertops, pantry/wine bar, and upgraded appliances (including refrigerator) as well as a full outdoor kitchen!

JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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