Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of June.
Good morning, Lafayette.
Families, cancer survivors and supporters gathered on Saturday at Blackham Coliseum for the 25th Annual Games of Acadiana fundraiser benefiting Miles Perret Cancer Services.
The event featured interactive games and a $10,000 grand prize opportunity to support local services for cancer patients.
The Lafayette Parish School System named Ebony Moten as the new principal of the Lerosen Preparatory Program on May 26.
She brings (24 years of LPSS experience) in leadership roles that boost student success.
Garrett Kreamer left his previous role to become the first high school football coach at Vermilion Charter Academy, located a few miles west of Maurice on Louisiana 92.
The academy is building its high school wing and will launch a junior varsity schedule as Kreamer hires his team.
The Lafayette Parish School Board will hold a public hearing tomorrow at 3 p.m. at 202 Rue Iberville to discuss the potential closure and repurpose of Ovey Comeaux High.
Local community members are invited to attend and offer feedback.
UL golfer Malan Potgieter posted his second straight 4-under 68 at the Omni La Costa Resort + Spa on Saturday, keeping a streak of bogey-free rounds as he positioned himself for a national championship run and tied for second among 156 players.
On May 31, Louisiana baseball faced Cincinnati in an elimination game at Polk-Dement Stadium during the Starkville Regionals.
Senior lefty Andrew Herrmann started for the Ragin’ Cajuns as they fought to stay alive in the NCAA Tournament.
One Last Breath: A Tribute to Creed
9:00 PM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $17 cover charge — Experience a night of Creed's greatest hits with opening act Ashes After.
Créole Culture Day Celebration
10 AM - 4 PM — Bayou Vermilion District Camellia Canoe/Kayak Launch — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Créole cultures with a day of festivities at Vermilionville.
CFMA Cajun Jam
1-3 p.m. — Vermilionville Historic Village — Free entry — Enjoy toe-tapping tunes led by local musicians in a vibrant Cajun jam session.
Roddie Romero and the Hub City All-Stars
7-11 p.m. — Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House — Tickets starting at $18.95 — Experience a night of alternative rock with Roddie Romero and his All-Stars.
Free Educational Estate Planning Seminar
4-5 p.m. — Lafayette Public Library - Main Library — Free entry — Learn the essentials of estate planning in a relaxed and informative setting.
Journey Concert
7:30–9 p.m. — Cajundome & Convention Center — Ticketed event — Experience the legendary rock band Journey live and relive their classic hits.
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