Today
in Lafayette
Sunday, June 15th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Troopers with the Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash on LA Hwy 3242 near Breaux Road on June 11 at 11:30 p.m.—58-year-old Barry Boullion, unrestrained in his 2016 Honda CRV, lost control on a right curve and died at the scene as toxicology tests are pending. KATC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Gilbert Joseph from Crowley was sentenced to 13 years in prison for his role in a meth scheme after deputies found suspicious UPS packages sent to a local address — his co-defendant Ronaldo Coleman received 10 years and both will serve 5 years of supervised release. KATC
- ➤ Federal law enforcement detained five workers on Thursday at Lafayette Parish Correctional Center after routine background checks revealed they were in the country without proper legal documentation — Homeland Security Investigations has launched a federal probe and the sheriff said his office remains focused on the facility’s security. KATC
- ➤ St. Landry Parish Sheriff's deputies arrested Jared Eugene Wells—23—for second degree murder and failure to render aid after linking him to a Jennings Road shooting on June 11 that killed 54-year-old David Joachain. KATC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nancy Brewer left her fine dining job in New York to return to Louisiana and launch The Kitchen Shop in Grand Coteau, a bakery inspired by childhood memories of sweet dough pies and family tradition—her pop-up grew into a business with strong family support. She says baking is a way of sharing love and honoring her past—her work keeps her grandmother’s legacy alive in each pie. KATC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Staff Sgt. Logan Meaux from Maurice led a crisis training exercise at Fort Cavazos, Texas on May 16 where he helped his unit extract a role player simulating stranded personnel — his actions earned him Task Force Bandit’s Soldier of the Month. He also works as a sheriff’s deputy and guided his team as they prepared for an upcoming KFOR deployment. KATC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Broussard Fire Dept, Our Lady of Lourdes, and the city are hosting a blood drive—running from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 1210 Albertson Parkway—to help Chief Glen Cormier, a Duson firefighter battling pancreatic cancer after nearly 50 years of service. Donations will help cover his treatment costs and ease his medical bills during this difficult time. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Danieca Coffey and Ali Newland made their professional debut for the Volts on June 7 at McMurry Park in Sulphur as hundreds of fans cheered the first Athletes Unlimited Softball League game in Louisiana. The former LSU players showed strong hitting—Coffey went 3-for-3—and aim to inspire young softball fans in the state. The Daily Advertiser
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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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Jill Butler’s Joyride Performance
Time TBA — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket info available — Experience the innovative jazz compositions of Jill Butler combining soulful styles and familiar reimagined tunes.
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Alyse Young Live at La Pizzeria
6-9 p.m. — La Pizzeria Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful tunes from local artist Alyse Young in a cozy atmosphere.
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whimsy Group Art Exhibition Open Reception
10 p.m. — The Hallway at the Warehouse on Garfield — Free entry — Explore a group multimedia art exhibition that blends childlike wonder with surreal artistic expression.
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