Good morning, Lafayette.

The USDA reported a 3.2% rise in food prices from April 2025 to April 2026, adding pressure to families who lose access to school meals during summer.

Catholic Charities of Acadiana is urging locals to donate at nearby grocery stores to help ease food insecurity.

Corner Pantry, a 60-year-old local staple at 801 Foreman Drive, will close on June 30 as its property is set to be redeveloped into a gas station.

The Lafayette City Council recently approved the permit (with traffic restrictions for right-in and right-out moves on Dulles Drive) for the new project.

Lafayette offers a wide range of outdoor attractions featuring historic gardens, scenic nature trails, and family parks, including Zoosiana and the Lafayette Museum Historic Homes and Gardens.

Visitors can enjoy green spaces that showcase local heritage + offer opportunities for recreation throughout the year.

Ja’Loni Broussard from Carencro has earned one of 19 spots on the Chicago Bulls’ Luvabulls dance team.

The UL Lafayette senior, who nearly quit dance in high school, is preparing to move to Chicago and finish her early childhood education degree while getting ready for her first team game in August.

Community members gathered at the downtown Lafayette Convention Center on Buchanan Street Wednesday evening for the 23rd annual Southwest Louisiana Juneteenth celebration — a month-long series honoring freedom and uniting neighbors by sharing pivotal history.

LSU and Hyundai Steel signed an agreement (Tuesday, June 17) to support a next-generation steel plant in Ascension Parish.

The deal will fund up to $100 million in research to train workers for the 2029 operation using an electric arc furnace that cuts carbon emissions.

The Lafayette Parish School System will host a Legacy Walk at Ovey Comeaux High on Thursday, June 25 from 5 to 7 p.m. for alumni to celebrate the school’s history before it becomes the Career Center; guests must follow a clear bag policy and pass a weapons check.

Entergy Louisiana proposes buying the Cottonwood gas plant near the border to address rising power demand, which may add about $8 to monthly bills, and a Public Service Commission review has raised concerns about the plant’s reliability & its link to Meta’s data center; a decision is expected this fall.

After heavy rains left standing water across Acadiana, pest control experts advise Broussard residents to remove water from items like tires and kiddie pools to reduce the risk of increased mosquito activity.

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.

Lafayette Nutcracker Market - Christmas In July

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Support local businesses — Shop for boutique clothing, unique decor, and gourmet treats in a festive atmosphere.