Good morning, Lafayette.

The Lafayette Council on Aging will host its second annual Ageless in Time Gala benefiting Meals on Wheels.

The event takes place Thursday, June 18 at 6 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel on West Pinhook Road.

Lafayette Parish Rotary Clubs are hosting Bingo After Dark on Friday, June 26 at 6 p.m. at Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette for residents 21 and older, raising funds for the Ronald McDonald House to support families with critically ill children.

Robert 'Bobby' John Sr., co-founder of J&J Exterminating, died at his Lafayette home on Friday, June 12 at age 89.

Family visitation is set for Thursday, June 18 from 2 to 8 p.m., and funeral services will be held on Friday, June 19 at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.

German tourist Freddy, known as FreddyLA7, drove along the Gulf Coast to New Orleans on June 15, snapping Bourbon Street images and touring sports facilities and swamps before heading to Baton Rouge to visit LSU campus and Tiger Stadium while enjoying local eats.

One Acadiana officials announced this morning that its FAME Catalyst Grant (worth $50,000) will let the agency launch an Acadiana chapter of the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education to boost workforce training amid a rebound in manufacturing jobs.

The Maraist Family Foundation donated $15,000 to create an endowed scholarship for SoLAcc workforce programs, giving students financial help to pursue in-demand careers (including healthcare and skilled trades) in Acadiana.

The gift aims to remove financial barriers and support the regional workforce.

Harold Schoeffler led a 1970s conservation effort after finding that most stations in Lafayette were dumping used oil into storm drains — he arranged free tank installations and enabled the city to become the first in Louisiana to fully recycle oil while also boosting wildlife protection.

Forecasters say a disturbance over the Gulf may briefly reach tropical storm strength as heavy rain continues from Texas to Mississippi, including areas in southeast Louisiana, sparking flash flood concerns + rising river levels.

Authorities advise residents to stay alert as repeated showers are expected through midweek.

The Louisiana Legislative Auditor released UL Lafayette’s management letter on Monday, finding repeat internal control issues, misuse of university cards, and over $70,000 in bank account irregularities.

University officials have implemented new safeguards and notified proper authorities (with some reporting delays) to address the problems.

SLEMCO held its 89th Annual Meeting Saturday at the Cajundome, awarding 20 college scholarships and cash prizes including a $30,000 top prize to Randall Dore.

The event featured board updates, re-elections, and a blood drive by Vitalant Blood Services.

Congress is reviewing two bills to reform college athletics — one to curb coach transfers and spending, and one to limit student transfers — with Louisiana lawmakers key to the effort; Speaker Johnson said at a charity baseball game that they are seeking a deal affecting LSU and student athletes.

On Monday, June 15, Northwest girls basketball dismissed coach Vanessa Taylor after internal program tensions, despite her success leading the Raiders to three playoff trips.

The team is now searching for a new coach as it prepares for the upcoming season.

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.