Good morning, Lafayette.

SLEMCO is asking local customers to vote for five first-responder organizations to receive up to $10,000 each through its Operation Round-Up program.

Voting is open online until May 22 (voting began May 1; 12 groups are in the contest), and customers can use their account numbers to cast one vote each.

Rapper Boosie announced his annual Bash will shift to Lafayette for the first time, with the festival scheduled for May 9 at the Cajundome (the event previously took place in Baton Rouge).

He said the change would bring a fresh atmosphere and boost local revenue with special guest appearances.

On Friday, at the 66th annual Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival in the Crawfish Capital, Al Hebert visited Crazy 'Bout Crawfish and spoke with owner Megan Buckner about her famous Crawfish Jalapeno Cheese Cornbread (a local specialty).

Amanda Sanders was named principal at Green T.

Lindon Elementary in Youngsville. She served as an assistant principal at J.W. Faulk Elementary and was honored as Assistant Principal of the Year, which strengthens the district’s focus on student success.

UL Lafayette President Ramesh Kolluru will ask the legislature for a $15 million strategic investment to support student success and research growth as part of his 10-year Louisiana Vision 2035 framework.

He updated stakeholders (at a town hall) on the school’s $50 million deficit and plans to improve financial clarity and planning.

First-graders at Myrtle Place Elementary in Lafayette published a French book titled 'La Bataille Magique' — they developed storyboards, drafted illustrations, and finalized pages to complete the project.

Sen. Bill Cassidy visited Teche Drugs on Friday to praise local pharmacists and discuss a bill aimed at lowering prescription drug prices.

The medical doctor highlighted independent pharmacies (a key community resource) in supporting healthcare improvements.

Food critic Keith Lee visited Laura's II on May 1, 2026 in Lafayette and praised the restaurant for its warm service, leaving a $3,000 tip+paying $1,000 for customer orders.

He said the visit felt like eating with family.

Over 100 track athletes from the 337 area qualified for the 2026 LHSAA Outdoor Track & Field State Meet after finishing in the top three at regional championships; the meet takes place May 7 to 9 at Bernie Moore Track Stadium at LSU.

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.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:00-7:15 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Get your tickets now for a unique take on 90s hip-hop music performed with strings in a magical atmosphere.

Emo Philips Live Show

7-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — VIP: $30, GA: $25 — Enjoy a night of laughs with renowned comedian Emo Philips at Club 337.