Good morning, Lafayette.

Saint Martin Parish schools are hiring for roles including principals, teachers, counselors, nurses, custodians, and bus drivers; Lafayette leaders will host a 1 p.m. meet-and-greet at Rosa Parks Transportation Center for input on bus routes, and filmmakers can submit work for the Southern Screen Festival in November (student entries free).

UL Lafayette is hosting a free business workshop at 5367 I-49 S.

Service Rd., St. Landry on Wednesday, April 15 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event offers hands-on training + expert consultations for entrepreneurs, students and community leaders.

New Dunkin’ on Ambassador Caffery Parkway at 3546 will open Saturday at 9 a.m. to offer giveaways, games and a mascot appearance; the store will hold a ribbon-cutting at 10 a.m. and will donate $3,000 to Our Lady of Lourdes Foundation to support Women’s & Children’s Hospital in Acadiana.

Tour operators in Lafayette offer swamp tours near Lake Martin and the Atchafalaya Basin.

Visitors can choose from eco-friendly kayak trips or guided airboat rides — each providing a unique look at local wildlife and Cajun heritage.

Le Vieux Presbytere Museum in Church Point has opened a new exhibit honoring Grammy Award-winning zydeco musician Chubby Carrier and three local Louisiana Music Hall of Fame inductees; it is open weekdays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.).

Lafayette Consolidated Government unveiled the design for the Bertrand Drive Revitalization Project Wednesday night to improve pedestrian safety and traffic flow for nearby residents and businesses.

The project followed a groundbreaking on March 23 and subsurface work will begin June 1 with roadway construction set for Q1 2027.

The Lafayette Consolidated Government launched a Native Landscaping Guide to improve resilience and cut maintenance costs.

Adopted unanimously by City and Parish Councils on April 9, the guide recommends using 75% native and 25% non-invasive plants for public spaces.

Ron Czaikowski, safety coordinator for the Acadiana Transportation and Safety Coalition, appeared on MidDay with Darla today to raise awareness about distracted driving; he explained that texting & cell phone use are major distractions that can compromise safe driving.

Downtown Lafayette is set to host Fit Fête Fusion on Saturday, April 11, a community wellness event blending fitness, food & local vendors.

Organizers say the event aims to make healthy living accessible and plans to make it a monthly gathering.

On Monday, Toussaint Village hosted an open house to debut six renovated homes converted from the former St. Antoine Gardens complex on the Northside.

Homes are priced between $130,000 and $150,000, and buyer education courses will help with qualifying requirements.

Tennis players from across the country will compete in the 34th annual Crawfish Classic at Oakbourne Country Club; plus, local reporter Al gathered essential details about this major Acadiana event.

Artist Talk with Kathy Reed and Steve Breaux

4:30 – 6:00 PM — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free entry — Engage with accomplished artists discussing their work and influence in the local arts community.

Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Softball

12 – 4 AM — Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park — Entry price varies — Catch the excitement of college softball as Coastal Carolina takes on the Ragin Cajuns.

Comedy on the Swamp

9-11 a.m. — Feed & Seed Lafayette — Free admission — Local wheelchair comedian sharing laughs and meaningful messages from Lafayette, Louisiana.

2026 Annual Session of the Louisiana Dental Hygienists' Association

7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — City Club at River Ranch — Registration required — Enhance your skills with engaging sessions and networking opportunities for dental professionals.

Festival After Party with Pirates and Bards

8 PM – 2 AM — Artmosphere — Check for ticket info — A night of banjo twang, sea shanties, and street-singin’ chaos awaits.

Lafayette Utility Coordination Diggers Night Out

5:45-8 p.m. — River Oaks Catering — Free entry — Network with utility professionals at a fun evening focused on damage prevention and socializing.

Acadiana Go Red for Women Luncheon

11 AM – 2 PM — Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette — Ticket details not provided — Celebrate women's heart health with the American Heart Association's annual event featuring expert talks and community awareness.

Kappa Derby Day Party

3-9 p.m. — Calvary Creek — Fundraiser event — Celebrate the Derby with style while supporting community initiatives.