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in Lafayette
Monday, April 14th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Youngsville Chamber of Commerce hosted the Inaugural Farmers Market at Foster Park on April 12th from 8 a.m. to noon, and clear skies helped shoppers explore local vendors, a food truck, and handcrafted goods. The event will be held on the second Saturday of each month—offering an ongoing chance for neighbors to support local businesses and enjoy community spirit. BY Local News
- ➤ On April 12, Wing Wars of Acadiana took place downtown at Parc International with 12 teams competing in a chicken wing cook-off while live music played — all funds raised went to the Gifting Grace Project to support homeless children in the Lafayette Parish School System. The Daily Advertiser
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ GreenPal launched in Lafayette to let residents schedule local lawn care with a user-friendly phone app. Homeowners can compare bids from pre-screened professionals and pay securely—plans call for expansion to Shreveport and Baton Rouge later this spring. The Daily Advertiser
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 12th, the Easter Bunny hopped into Broussard to assist the Broussard Fire Department with its 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Arceneaux Park — the hunt featured 5,000 Easter eggs filled with candy and special prizes for golden eggs. BY Local News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parish School System named Colleen Comeaux as the new principal of Lafayette Elementary on April 11th. She brought over 15 years of teaching and leadership experience — having served at North Elementary and Cpl. Michael Middlebrook Elementary — and is set to build a supportive learning environment for students and staff. BY Local News
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish School System announced that Kim Thibodeaux has been named as its new Arts, Music, and Media Center Specialist, replacing retiring Paget Guidry (who served the district for many years). Thibodeaux brings 32 years of teaching experience from St. Thomas More Catholic High School and built the art program at Southside (her first LPSS role) and will work to boost arts education for students. BY Local News
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish School System named Sarah Clavelle as principal of Corporal Michael Middlebrook Fine Arts Magnet Academy effective immediately; she brings 18 years of local experience from roles such as Choir Director at Northside High School and assistant principal at Live Oak Elementary (among others) to strengthen creative arts and academic focus. LPSS and Superintendent Francis Touchet Jr. praised her commitment to building a thriving school community. BY Local News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Daily Advertiser Athlete of the Week poll was open for April 7-13 and featured six high school athletes from Lafayette and nearby parishes in softball, baseball & track. Voters could cast their selections before the poll closed on Friday as teams prepared for the postseason. The Daily Advertiser
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cycle Zydeco: Louisiana's Cajun & Créole Cycling Festival
8 AM - 5 PM — Cycle Zydeco - Louisiana's Cajun & Créole Cycling Festival — Registration required — A four-day bike ride with breakfast rides, local dining, and zydeco dance lessons.
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Rigzone Oil & Gas Career Fair
9 AM – 1 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Free entry — Explore job opportunities with top employers in the oil and gas industry.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Sushi Mizu — Free entry — Experience the soulful tunes of Lafayette's own singer-songwriter, Alyse Young, in a relaxed sushi setting.
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Festival International de Louisiane
April 26-27 — Parc International — Free admission — Experience a vibrant celebration of music, food, and culture in the heart of Lafayette.
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Luke Winslow-King Concert
2:30-6:30 a.m. — Amtrak Station - LFT — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of slide guitar and traditional jazz from a celebrated artist.
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The Greg Gordon Project Live
7 p.m. — Brass Room — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience an evening of rhythm & blues performed live from The Brass Room.
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