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in Lafayette
Monday, May 12th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ I-10 East near Duson was closed when an overturned 18-wheeler crashed just past LA 95 on May 11 at around 4:30 a.m. and one lane shut at about 7:30 a.m.—DOTD officials said drivers must use alternate routes. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jeffery Broussard, a zydeco accordionist from Acadiana, signed papers that landed him a cameo in Sinners—a vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan that debuted April 18 and topped the box office. He is now signing autographs and will release his new track 'Bayou Moonlight' on May 23—continuing a long legacy in the region. The Advocate
- ➤ Louisiana Philharmonic and Acadiana Symphony will hold their first joint concert, The Music of Shakespeare, on May 16 at 7 p.m. at the Acadiana Center for the Arts in Lafayette — the program, led by conductor Matthew Kraemer, will feature music inspired by Shakespeare plays with works by Mendelssohn, Diamond, Shostakovich, and Korngold. The Daily Advertiser
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish School System has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars on maintenance work with Bosco Oilfield Services—an unlicensed firm that performed tasks needing a contractor’s license. The state licensing board is checking if the school system broke rules while officials say the work helped save money on urgent school repairs. The Current
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette first-responder moms explained the struggle of managing long, high-stress shifts while caring for their children—support from family and more flexible roles help ease these challenges. They noted that balancing work and home is key to their personal and professional lives. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local high school baseball playoffs saw teams secure series wins with Erath edging South Beauregard, Catholic-BR defeating St. Thomas More, Teurlings Catholic winning its series and Catholic-NI advancing — final games will be held at McMurry Park in Sulphur on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The Advocate
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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.
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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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Artist Round Up: Zine Making Workshop
Time TBA — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free to attend — Gather with fellow creatives for an inspiring zine making workshop themed around UFOs.
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Acadiana Brew HaHa
10 AM – 3 PM — Vermilionville Performance Center — $10-$25 — Celebrate the history and culture of Louisiana brewing with tastings, workshops, and a People’s Choice award.
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38th Annual Zydeco Extravaganza
12-11:30 p.m. — Blackham Coliseum — Cost information not provided — A lively celebration featuring the best Zydeco bands, food, and good times.
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Memorial Day Run for Heroes
8-11 a.m. — Moncus Park — Registration fee to support veterans — Kick off Memorial Day with a meaningful run honoring heroes.
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Grand Opening of Parkside Cottages
Join the Youngsville Chamber of Commerce and ReHive to celebrate the Grand Opening of Parkside Cottages on May 29th at 9am! Parkside Cottages is Youngsville’s first and only boutique cottage court community, located next to Foster Park and minutes from the Youngsville Sports Complex. https://www.parkside-cottages.com
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LWA Heartland Heat & Fan Expo
6:00-7:30 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an exciting night of wrestling alongside a vibrant expo featuring pro wrestling, cosplay, and local artists.
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Explore the Wonders at Lafayette Science Museum
8 a.m. — Lafayette Science Museum — Museum Admission — Discover interactive exhibits and planetarium shows that bring science to life.
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Dwight James & the Royals Concert
Time TBD — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket info available — Experience a blend of Southern rock, blues, soul, and R&B from Louisiana's own Dwight James.
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