Good morning, Lafayette.

LARC offers tailored vocational, residential, and community support services to graduating seniors and others seeking greater independence.

Families can apply through referrals any time (services are based on individual readiness).

Sheryl Cormier, known as the Queen of Cajun Music, mourns her 62-year marriage after her husband Russell died on April 8 following a long illness.

Tributes have spread via social media and local jam sessions in Carencro as the band she founded continues to honor their legacy.

Hugh Thompson was a retired helicopter pilot who settled in Broussard after his heroic act in Vietnam and became known for fighting for veterans’ benefits at his office on Pinhook and Jefferson.

Local biographer Trent Angers detailed his story linking Lafayette’s past to a legacy of moral courage.

Day three of the 40th Festival International de Louisiane in downtown Lafayette on Thursday, Apr.

23 featured food, music and street art with acts like Amis du Teche, Beausejour from New Brunswick and Dragon Knights Stiltwalkers. The event highlighted local talent and community spirit.

A new analysis from Zumper shows Lafayette apartment listings rose 8% from March 2025's median of $1,240 to a typical $1,334.

One-bedroom rents remained at $1,000 while two-bedroom listings increased 9% to $1,200 (from $1,100) as the study covered all available apartments.

UL baseball lost 3-2 to Marshall on Sunday at Lamson Park, with coach Alyson Habetz frustrated by missed win chances.

Thanks to Coastal Carolina's loss, the team qualified for the Sun Belt Tournament in Lafayette and will complete its regular season at South Alabama on Thursday.

UL softball won 5-3 over Marshall on Saturday at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park & clinched the weekend series, with the final game played on Sunday.

The UL Ragin' Cajuns lost 8-3 to Arkansas State in Jonesboro after a two-run lead faded late in the game.

UL now faces a five-game homestand starting Tuesday with Southern and Nicholls.

Teurlings Catholic Rebels swept Leesville in a Division II select regional series on Friday and Saturday at home, using strong pitching and offense to secure wins.

They advanced to the quarterfinals against Loranger, keeping alive their rich tradition as back-to-back state title defenders + honoring a legacy from 1985.

The UL Vermilion and White spring football game took place Saturday, Apr.

25 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium in Lafayette. Running back JJ Garner led the White team to a 24-14 victory with a 70‐yard touchdown run.

The Daily Advertiser launched its Athlete of the Week poll for high school sports covering April 20-26 in Lafayette and nearby parishes.

Voting closes at 9 a.m. Friday, and readers can email nominations with statistics and a photo for next week's ballot to sports reporter Shannon Belt.

UL's Malan Potgieter had a record season with top-four finishes in 8 of 10 tournaments, including two Louisiana Classics wins & a performance at the Maridoe Intercollegiate.

Coach Theo Sliman praised his leadership & the team will prepare for the Sun Belt Championships at Annandale Golf Club in Madison, Miss.

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.

Cajun Heartland State Fair 2026

6-9 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant atmosphere and entertainment of the Cajun Heartland State Fair in Lafayette.