Good morning, Lafayette.

Carencro will host its annual Independence Day celebration on Saturday, June 27 at The Grove at Pelican Park with free live music, family activities and a fireworks finale at 10 p.m. Attendees may enjoy inflatables, kickball — dodgeball and other fun games in a festive family setting.

A fourth-generation Vermilion Parish farmer received the 2026 Young Farmer and Ranchers Achievement Award — the top honor from the Louisiana Farm Bureau — for her work with sugarcane, rice, and crawfish after battling a tough season.

Officials from the Lafayette Fire Department, Consolidated Government, and first responders collected and shipped supplies including bottled water and cleaning products on June 23 to help flood victims in Avoyelles Parish (items were packed at the main fire station).

Louisiana’s revenue from oil and gas leases on locally administered public lands has fallen 71.8% in the 2025-2026 fiscal year ending June 30, reducing funds for schools, infrastructure, and levee districts from Mooringsport to Port Sulphur.

State regulators lowered drilling royalty rates to boost production.

Maddie Fruge, community education coordinator for Foundation for Wellness, discussed its community programs on MidDay with Darla.

The nonprofit announced its new location at 126 Heymann Blvd.

Revenue from state oil and gas leases on local public lands has dropped 71.8% to about $1.75 million this fiscal year, reducing funds for schools, levee districts and infrastructure in parishes (including areas from Mooringsport to Port Sulphur) while state regulators lower drilling royalty rates to spur production.

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.