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in Lafayette
Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parish residents can visit APN Outreach Ministry at 315 Johnston Street each Monday for free food, haircuts, showers and clothes. Construction on the Gisele Place bridge has begun with a $900K project funded by the Parish Road and Bridge Millage and set to finish early 2026, while in St. Martin Parish more than 100 anglers will compete in the G.G. King Bass Tactix National Championship at Doiron's Landing from June 19th to 21st—contestants vie for a $10,000 prize and up to $100,000 in scholarship funds. KATC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 14 at about 11:40 a.m., Broussard Police responded to a shooting on the 1200 block of Young Street when an altercation led to a suspect producing and discharging a firearm, striking a victim who was taken to a local hospital in critical condition—18-year-old Donald Richard was arrested and charged with attempted manslaughter. BY Local News
- ➤ A Texas man, Sergio Gracia, 52, was arrested after Lafayette police stopped his car on I-10 near the I-49 interchange at mile marker 103A on Friday at 8:30 p.m.—the search revealed 21,063 grams of cocaine with a street value of $2,106,300 and he now faces charges of possession with intent to distribute. KLFY
- ➤ Donald Richard (18) of Broussard was arrested on a $75,000 bond and charged with attempted manslaughter after a Saturday morning fight on the 1200 block of Young Street led to a shooting that left a victim in critical condition. KLFY
- ➤ Lafayette police stopped a vehicle on I-10 near the I-49 interchange on June 13th at 8:30 p.m. and seized over 45 pounds of cocaine valued at over $2 million—leading to the arrest of 52-year-old Sergio Gracia Jr. from Texas on possession with intent to distribute charges—in an ongoing investigation. News 15
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Michael DeSelle and Becky Richard sued Lafayette Consolidated Government on Monday in federal court, arguing that the ordinance banning short-term rentals in certain neighborhoods violates their constitutional rights—specifically the Takings Clause and Equal Protection Clause—and asking the court to stop its enforcement and award damages. KATC
- ➤ The U.S. Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear arguments from Chevron & Exxon as they ask to move coastal wetlands lawsuits to federal court. The decision may affect 42 cases, including one with a $745 million jury award for coastal damage in Plaquemines Parish. The Advocate
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana has no law setting a minimum age for a child to be left home alone — parents must decide if their child is mature enough, with the National SAFE KIDS Campaign advising that kids under 12 should not be unsupervised and that older siblings should be at least 15. The Daily Advertiser
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Local entrepreneur Jacoby Landry purchased Northgate Mall and will redevelop the space into a mixed-use center featuring small retailers, a boutique medi-spa, a fitness center and indoor pickleball courts. He will begin structural stabilization and tenant retention in the coming months — a move supported by the Lafayette Economic Development Authority and the Lafayette Public Trust Financing Authority. KATC
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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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Taste of Acadiana
1-10 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Check for admission fees — Savor delicious dishes from 35 local restaurants while supporting community charities.
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Louisiana, Texas, GOM Oil & Gas Job Fair
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Free entry — Network with industry professionals and explore job opportunities in the oil and gas sector.
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