Today
in Lafayette
Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Police Department begins a 30-day Red-Light Awareness campaign on March 11 to enhance road safety by reducing red-light violations through education and enforcement. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ A mother and son team up to refurbish a historic church into 'The Wilyard Venue', a unique wedding and event space in Lafayette's historic district, opening October 2025. KATC
- ➤ The 200 block of Chance Street in Lafayette will be temporarily closed on March 13 from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. for maintenance work on a cell tower, with detour routes provided. City of Lafayette
- ➤ Stutes Road in Lafayette, LA, will be closed from February 11 through August 11, 2025, for a bridge replacement project, with detour routes provided for motorists. City of Lafayette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Four candidates have been named to proceed with panel interviews for the position of Lafayette Police Chief, with a final selection anticipated by the end of March 2025. City of Lafayette
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Alyse Young Live Performance
Alyse Young, a Lafayette-based singer-songwriter, will perform at El Paso Mexican Grill, showcasing her music experience that spans nine years across various events.
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Artist Round Up: Figure Drawing Night
This free figure drawing session, led by artists Jesse Poimboeuf and Lex R Thomas, focuses on human anatomy and diversity in body representation.
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Ochsner Lafayette General Zydeco Marathon and Half Marathon
The Zydeco Marathon features USATF sanctioned races that are qualifying events for the Boston Marathon, held at Parc Sans Souci in Lafayette.
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Alyse Young Live Performance at GoodWolf Power Yoga Studio
Alyse Young, a Lafayette-based singer-songwriter, will perform at GoodWolf Power Yoga Studio, showcasing her music and talent.
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Acadiana Boat Show at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
Explore a variety of RVs, boats, and outdoor gear with industry professionals available to offer advice and savings on your next adventure.
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Kappa Delta Annual Color Fun Run 2025
The Kappa Delta chapter at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette is hosting an annual fun run to support local charities including Faith House of Acadiana and Prevent Child Abuse America.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | GoodWolf Power Yoga Studio | Cost not specified | Enjoy an uplifting live performance from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a cozy yoga studio setting.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. | Sushi Mizu | Free entry | Enjoy a night of live music with local singer-songwriter Alyse Young in an inviting atmosphere.
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Alyse Young Live Concert
10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Cafe Sydnie Mae | Ticket prices vary | Enjoy an afternoon of live music with Alyse Young in a cozy café setting.
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Louisiana Export Bootcamp
9 AM - 12 PM — Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) — Free to all — Enhance your exporting knowledge through expert-led sessions on logistics, financing, and compliance.
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