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in Lafayette
Sunday, June 8th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parks and Recs dedicated the Ernest Nabers Jr. Sports Complex today at a ribbon cutting ceremony — the event was attended by the Nabers family and NFL's Malik Nabers. The Daily Advertiser
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Shanna Beber manages a 17-person team at the Department of Education that teaches educators how to use the science of reading—applying research and data to tailor support for each school. Her work helps build strong reading programs that boost student literacy statewide. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government unveiled a new covered bus stop on Louisiana Avenue near I-10 by Academy Sports that features solar phone chargers. The stop is part of the Adopt-a-Stop program—an effort led by Councilwoman Liz Hebert to add more sheltered transit stops across the city. News 15
- ➤ Crews from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development will begin emergency repairs on the Estherwood Pontoon Bridge in Acadia Parish on Monday, June 9th—travelers are advised to choose alternate routes while the bridge remains closed for six weeks to fix major structural and mechanical issues. News 15
- ➤ Louisiana lawmakers approved a suite of bills to reform the DOTD while scrapping a plan to use the Transportation Trust Fund to pay $438 million in employee salaries and benefits—measures designed to boost transparency and improve road and bridge projects while details on new staffing and budgets remain unclear. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU beat West Virginia 16-9 in Game 1 of the NCAA Super Regional at Alex Box Stadium—Coach Jay Johnson praised free passes that yielded nine runs along with strong pitching from Anthony Eyanson and fresh relief from Casan Evans. The Tigers will play again Sunday at 5 p.m. on ESPN2—relying on steady pitching and careful hitting as they try to sweep the series and reach the College World Series. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Calvary’s junior pitcher Kynzee Anderson was named Outstanding Player on the LSWA Class 2A All-State softball team after recording 245 strikeouts, while Lane Fenske from Catholic-New Iberia earned similar honors for baseball with 94 strikeouts — Coaches Brad Turney and Rob Devinney also received Coach of the Year awards for softball and baseball. The Daily Advertiser
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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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Downtown Lafayette Art Walk
5-9 p.m. — Parc de Lafayette — Free entry — Experience vibrant arts and culture with exhibits, live music, and immersive performances throughout Downtown Lafayette.
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DAD GAMES 2025
1 p.m. — Dave and Buster's Lafayette — Ticket required — Compete in the ultimate arcade showdown with family-friendly fun and prizes.
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Vermilionville Summer Camp for Kids (5-8)
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — Check for availability — Embrace a week of hands-on learning about Acadiana's unique culture for children aged 5-12.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of live music with singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a vibrant setting.
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Alyse Young Live at Sushi Mizu
6-10 p.m. — Sushi Mizu — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music with singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a vibrant dining atmosphere.
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Luke Bryan Live in Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the country superstar Luke Bryan along with special guests in an exciting summer tour kickoff.
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On-Site Tour at Brookdale Lafayette
9 a.m.-7 p.m. — Brookdale Lafayette — Free entry — Explore a family-oriented assisted living and memory care community in a beautiful setting.
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Artist Talk with Lynda Frese
Time to be announced — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free entry — Engage in a discussion with artist Lynda Frese about her extensive body of work and artistic journey.
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