Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of April.
Good morning, Lafayette.
Broussard finished rehabilitating its downtown water tower with an updated graphic as part of the city’s water system upgrade master plan.
The plan will soon start work on another tower off Highway 90 while adding water wells, expanding storage and replacing aging water lines.
Chase Morgan pitched six shutout innings as Louisiana beat Georgia Southern 4–1 to complete Friday’s suspended game at M.L.
Tigue Moore Field and Conor Higgs hit his 14th home run to drive a 7–3 win on Saturday. Louisiana will play the final game of the three-game series today at noon — it will be streamed live and broadcast on local radio.
The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns softball team fell 3-2 to Texas State on April 26 in San Marcos—pitchers traded shutout frames until extra hits produced the winning runs—while they prepare to play today at Noon to decide the series winner.
Louisiana baseball resumed its three-game SBC series with Georgia Southern on Saturday after yesterday's suspension caused by heavy rain+lightning, with the Cajuns leading 2-0 when play halted; the final game will start today at 1 p.m.+all teams aim to improve their stand in the league.
Freshman Emily Smith's game-winning RBI single in the eighth inning gave Louisiana a 5-4 win over Texas State on April 25th at Bobcat Softball Stadium—her first four-hit game—leading the Ragin’ Cajuns to their fifth consecutive Sun Belt Conference win.
Thirty-four local baseball and softball teams advanced in the LHSAA Playoffs after second round games, and game scores and matchups were reported.
In baseball, teams such as North Vermilion and Rayne will face quarterfinal opponents starting April 29 — while in softball, teams including St. Thomas More will begin semifinals on May 2.
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.
One-Night Event with Kevin and Kathi Zadai
6-9:30 p.m. — Home2 Suites by Hilton Parc Lafayette — No cost listed — Experience a night of fellowship and teaching in a welcoming environment.
Chrysler 300 Club Spring Meet
April 30 – May 4 — Hilton Garden Inn Lafayette/Cajundome — Registration Fee Required — Celebrate the 54th Annual Chrysler 300 Club Spring Meet with fellow enthusiasts in Lafayette.
Career Ignite Expo - Business Registration
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Martin Luther King Recreation Center — Free entry — Eighth graders explore career and education opportunities from local businesses.
Acadiana Bird Fair
9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The District Event Center — Admission fee applies — Experience a vibrant live bird sale featuring various species and accessories for bird lovers.
Commissions Best Practices Workshop
— Acadiana Center for the Arts — Inquire about pricing — Learn how to effectively handle art commissions and avoid common pitfalls.
Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Blu Basil Asian Fusion — Enjoy a night of live music with singer-songwriter Alyse Young, performing her original songs.
Le Bal du Dimanche featuring Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole
1-4 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — $10 admission — Enjoy lively Cajun and Creole music and a buffet showcasing local cuisine.
Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — No cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a vibrant atmosphere.
Music for Shakespeare
9-10 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Check for ticket pricing — Experience the musical adaptations of Shakespeare's works performed by the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
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