Good morning, Lafayette.

A local nonprofit that builds confidence in young girls has served over 3,000 participants since 2023 and shared its summer plans on MidDay with Darla in Lafayette.

Founder Susan Titus explained the mission in a recent interview.

Fête Brewing is constructing a new microbrewery at 1001 Savoy Road next to Marco’s Pizza in Youngsville.

The locally owned taproom features a 7-barrel system (producing about 200 gallons per batch) and will host community events while planning to serve five to six house brews.

Serial Killer Speakeasy will offer a true-crime cocktail experience on July 24 and 25 at Warehouse 535 on Garfield St, where guests move through four case files with signature cocktails.

Tickets cost $65 for entry, which includes four drinks (mocktails available upon request).

The Children's Museum of Acadiana will celebrate its 30th birthday tomorrow with a free day of play for families in downtown Lafayette.

Executive director Lore Linton says the event marks three decades of service.

In Louisiana, being considered middle class requires household incomes between $40,657 & $121,972, with the average estimated at $81,314.

The report shows that 40–45% of residents fall in this bracket & 18.7% live below the poverty line.

Acadiana High held a topping ceremony in Lafayette on Thursday as the final beam was installed for the new wing that will replace 30 temporary Butler buildings and serve students from the closing Comeaux High (project set for completion before the next school year begins).

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted 5-4 on Thursday to close Comeaux High School after earlier legal challenges, leaving students to choose among Southside, Acadiana, and Lafayette high schools as officials say the overflow can be managed.

University officials at UL said state lawmakers approved $9 million for fiscal year 2027 operations and student success priorities after requesting $15 million; Gov. (Jeff Landry) must still sign off on the funding.

House Bill 476 will require public schools serving grades 7 to 12 to display Safe Haven flyers in bathrooms to inform students about newborn relinquishment options; flyers are expected to appear by August.

The law was prompted by a Denham Springs case and aims to offer intervention to teens.

Louisiana signed a law that will require public schools (grades 7-12) to post Safe Haven flyers in restroom stalls by August.

The measure follows a teen’s secret act of abandonment and aims to help students access crisis support.

Four-star defensive edge Chance Archangel from Westgate committed early to Texas A&M on June 2, citing strong ties with the coaches (and a keen sense for College Station’s culture) as key factors.

He will now focus on boosting his skills ahead of Westgate’s junior season campaign.

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.

Stars & Stripes Festival Souled Out

Evening — Parc Sans Souci — Free entry — Enjoy a night filled with fireworks, live music, food, and family-friendly entertainment.

Alien Art Family Day

1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $30 per person — Unleash your creative side with this family-friendly art class designed for ages 6 and up.