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in Lafayette
Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Funeral arrangements for influential Lafayette businessman and award-winning bodybuilder Lloyd 'Red' Lerille were announced after he passed away on March 14. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on March 22 at St. Mary, Mother of the Church—visitation is set for March 21 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Martin & Castille's downtown location. News 15
- ➤ The Library Control Board approved the design for the new Northeast Regional Library on Monday in Lafayette Parish, ending days of stalled talks; the 20,000-square-foot facility—shaped by public input—will begin construction in 2026 and finish in 2028. KATC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local business coach Fred Reggie is set to launch his upcoming book (Tell Me: How to Initiate and Nurture Meaningful Conversations with Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime) after being interviewed on the Discover Lafayette podcast with Jan Swift today. He explained that many people hold back ideas because self-doubt limits their words (a view he developed through his career). The Advocate
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Today, Louisiana will execute convicted killer Jessie Hoffman Jr. using nitrogen gas—this new method marks the first time it is used in the state and only the second time in the nation after Alabama. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Joseph Kolwe from St. Cecilia Catholic School and Caroline Andrus from Our Lady of Fatima Catholic School won the third through fifth and sixth through eighth grade bees at the 2025 Kiwanis Regional Spelling Bee held Friday at South Louisiana Community College — Andrus will advance to the Scripps National Spelling Bee with travel sponsored by Kiwanis. KATC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Nearly five years after COVID began, trust in vaccines has fallen as health care workers face more questions about routine shots and growing misinformation. Non-medical vaccine exemptions for schoolchildren have more than doubled from 1.3% in 2018 to 2.7% in the 2023 to 2024 school year (new state guidelines may boost these rates further). The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The high school girls basketball season in Lafayette Parish ended with Lafayette Christian Academy winning the LHSAA Select Division III championship—now fans are invited to vote for the Daily Advertiser’s first-ever Readers Choice Girls Basketball Player of the Year from 30 candidates chosen from player stats and rankings. Voting ends on March 24 and the winner will be announced in a separate story. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball introduced Quannas White as its new head coach on March 17—he is a 44-year-old New Orleans native and renowned recruiter who spent eight seasons at UH and two years as associate head coach there. He will lead the team as its 15th head coach moving forward. News 15
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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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Rhythms on the River: Souled Out
5:30-8:30 p.m. — City Club at River Ranch — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor concert series in the heart of Lafayette.
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Scott Boudin Festival
6-11:30 p.m. — Scott Boudin Festival — Cost varies — Celebrate Cajun culture with delicious boudin from local vendors.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Blu Basil Asian Fusion — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from Lafayette's own singer-songwriter Alyse Young.
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Acadiana Junior High & High School Rodeo
April 11-13 — Yambilee Ag Arena — $15/weekend pass, kids under 5 free — Celebrate youth rodeo talent and tradition in a vibrant community setting.
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