Good morning, Lafayette.

Members of Move the Mindset and Lafayette Parish Community Remembrance Project unveiled a historic marker on March 29th at the Welcome Center in Carencro to honor Louis Senegal, Antoine Domingue and other lynching victims, marking the first such remembrance in Lafayette parish.

Community members gathered at the event where speakers, including a representative from the Equal Justice Initiative, stressed the significance of the commemoration.

The Youngsville Chamber of Commerce launched Coffee and Keynotes, a quarterly educational series for business leaders, with the first session held March 28 that focused on cash flow management and was led by Treasurer Morial Vallot of Greenhouse Business Services.

Six Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Correctional Deputies received treatment after a suspect, Reeshawn Arnold (32), threw a white powder confirmed as fentanyl at them during a booking process on March 27 at the Lafayette Parish Correctional Center, and Arnold now faces seven charges including criminal negligence, possession of a controlled substance, introduction of contraband, resisting an officer, and obstruction of justice.

Louisiana voters rejected four proposed constitutional amendments in Saturday's election by at least a 60—40 margin.

The proposals aimed to change specialty courts, tax codes, juvenile charges, and judge elections while voters also cast ballots on several local offices and tax measures across multiple parishes.

Lafayette Consolidated Government and Keep Lafayette Beautiful will host the annual Paper Shredding Day for safe disposal of sensitive documents at the Robicheaux Recreation Center on April 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Residents must bring only personal documents free of binders and clips — only stapled papers allowed — and limit submissions to three kitchen-size garbage bags per household.

Lafayette Parish voters did not pass two property tax renewals for road and bridge repairs and public health services during Saturday's election.

The vote means the parish must find new ways to fund these essential services.

The Louisiana Secretary of State's office updates live vote totals every 90 seconds for statewide, legislative and local races including Lafayette.

Residents can check the website to view current results as the election continues.

LSU women's basketball coach Kim Mulkey said star Flau'jae Johnson will play in today's Elite Eight game against UCLA at 2 p.m. CT after she recovered from an eye injury she sustained during the Sweet 16 win over NC State; Johnson led the team in scoring coming into the tournament and is ready to add more on the floor.

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.

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.

Scott Boudin Festival

6-11:30 p.m. — Scott Boudin Festival — Cost varies — Celebrate Cajun culture with delicious boudin from local vendors.

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.

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.

Cajun Jam

11 AM – 4 PM — Vermilionville Historic Village — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant Cajun music performed by local musicians in a festive setting.

Property Insurance: Will It Make or Break The Deal?

6-8 p.m. — Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux — Food and drinks required — Explore the impact of new insurance strategies on property deals with insights from industry experts.

Live Music with Alyse Young

6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original tunes and heartfelt melodies from Lafayette's talented singer-songwriter Alyse Young.

Paques in the Parc Celebration

12-7:30 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — Admission required — Celebrate Paques with lively music from local bands and a festive atmosphere.

Festival International de Louisiane

Apr 22 - Apr 28 — Parc Sans Souci — Free entry — Celebrate South Louisiana's vibrant culture with music, food, and art at this international festival.