Good morning, Lafayette.

Festival International de Louisiane is nearly here as local artist Sarah Castille and Al Hebert painted the LAFAYETTE sign at Parc Sans Souci — adding a festive touch ahead of the celebration.

Parc International finished $1.9M in upgrades that include lighting, restrooms, renovated pavilions and restored flags as it prepares for the upcoming 40th Festival.

South Louisiana Community College Chancellor Vincent June was honored with the E.

Joseph Savoie Chief Executive Leadership Award from the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) for his visionary leadership that spurred growth in Acadiana.

Residents aged 45 and older with heart disease risk factors can receive free heart health screenings on Saturday, May 30 from 8:00 a.m. to noon at Our Lady of Lourdes Heart Hospital (1105 Kaliste Saloom Road); registration is required by 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 27.

LSU baseball star Jake Brown suffered a broken bone in his hand during Sunday's game against Texas A&M and is set to have surgery soon.

Coach Jay Johnson said his health is the team's top priority, and Brown may return later in the season if his recovery goes well.

Lafayette Parish is asking locals to help choose the best high school football players from the 337 area as part of a USA TODAY Network project highlighting local sports stars.

Readers can share their picks by filling out the online form or emailing sports reporter Shannon Belt ([email protected]).

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.

2026 LEDA Job Fair

9 AM – 1 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Free entry — Connect with top local employers for job opportunities at Acadiana's largest job recruitment event.

Louisiana Music Museum's Rock the Block Kickoff Party

5-8 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free entry — Celebrate local music and culture at Lafayette's vibrant street party featuring live performances and local cuisine.