Good morning, Lafayette.

Al Hebert visited Domochi, a new treat shop in Lafayette that opened two weeks ago & founder Ethan Ly described its mochi doughnuts offered in six flavors including powdered sugar, strawberry, cookies and cream, cookie butter, Fruity Pebbles, and chocolate hazelnut.

Today, officials broke ground on the $50M Paul Breaux K-8 in North Lafayette – the new school will serve 1,300 students with 66 classrooms while construction takes 18 months.

Lawmakers approved Gov. Jeff Landry's plan to use $168 million to give teachers & helpers a one-year pay boost, but a state court blocked the order until a hearing set for June 29.

Lawmakers approved Gov. Landry’s plan to use $168 million from school funding for one-year teacher stipends (set at $2,000 per teacher and $1,000 for support staff), although a judge blocked the order pending a hearing on June 29.

St. Landry Parish School Board committee met Tuesday to discuss closing several schools to address an $18 million shortfall; the plan would keep Grand Prairie Elementary open for an extra year + a final vote is set for next Wednesday at 5:00 p.m.

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.