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in Lafayette
Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On May 14, the Lafayette Parish School Board approved a new teacher pay plan that starts first-time teachers at $50,000 plus bonuses for attendance, performance and teaching in underperforming schools — and the board voted to move the district's arts academy back to Lafayette High as Comeaux High faced declining enrollment. The Current
- ➤ On May 15th, the Lafayette Parish School Board voted 9-0 to raise certified teachers’ starting salary to $50,000 and approved moving Comeaux High School’s performing and visual arts programs to Lafayette High for the 2025-26 school year—moves aimed at improving teacher retention and enhancing opportunities for students. The board will review concerns about the incentive pay package tied to standardized testing to better support all educators in the future. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ South Louisiana Community College held its Spring 2025 Graduation Ceremony at the Cajundome on May 15, awarding 497 students with associate degrees, technical diplomas, or certificates and honoring 108 Adult Education graduates with high school equivalency diplomas. The event recognized graduates from diverse programs (including business, information technology, nursing, and STEM) and marked a key milestone (demonstrating growth for the college). News 15
- ➤ At Thursday night's meeting, the Lafayette Parish School Board raised starting teacher salaries from $47,607 to $50,000 for the 2025-2026 school year. Superintendent Francis Touchet said the package adds bonuses and extra pay for teachers and staff with funds from district cuts that saved over $3 million—helping the district attract good educators. KATC
- ➤ UL Lafayette celebrated its Spring 2025 graduates on Friday and is holding more commencement ceremonies today at the Cajundome and Convention Center—awarding 1,569 degrees across eight academic colleges including bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. KATC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The St. Jude Dream Home at 628 Greyford Drive in Lafayette will host its first open house this weekend from 12 pm to 5 pm. The 4-bedroom, 3.2-bath home is valued at $775,000—tickets for the St. Jude Home Giveaway can be purchased at Dream Home dot org or by calling 1-800-724-1918. KLFY
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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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Créole Culture Day Celebration
10 AM – 4 PM — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant contributions of Créole culture to the Acadiana region.
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State of the Arts Symposium 2025
1-8 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket info available — Explore the intersection of arts and economy with expert panels and a keynote on the power of creativity.
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