Good morning, Lafayette.

Melinda Taylor, the executive director of Lafayette Habitat for Humanity, will retire at the end of this year after 26 years of service.

She oversaw the construction and rehab of over 150 homes for families in need, and a successor has not yet been named.

Downtown Lafayette Unlimited is hosting a moving sale today from 3 to 8 p.m. on the first floor of Old City Hall (735 Jefferson St.) as it prepares to leave after 30 years.

Vintage posters and memorabilia will be available before and during Second Saturday ArtWalk.

Floyd Domingue, former City Hall administrator and celebrated Mardi Gras leader, died Wednesday at 90.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, July 17 at 2 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, with visitation at Martin & Castille's downtown location on Thursday and Friday.

Worldwide bubble tea brand Chatime will open a store near Costco at Ambassador Town Center at 109 Old Camp Road in Lafayette today.

Owners Jonathan and Jasmine Hamlin signed a lease and received a permit from the city.

Downtown Alive announced its free fall concert series at Parc Sans Souci (201 E.

Vermilion St.) set for Friday, August 28, October 2, and November 6 from 6 to 8:30 p.m.; organizers ask guests to leave ice chests at home to help keep the events free for all.

Vermilionville is accepting nominations for its Acadian Cultural Preservation Award until Saturday, Aug.

1 and will announce the winner ahead of the Annual Acadian Culture Day Celebration on Sunday, Aug. 9 (Ellen Fucich discussed the process on MidDay with Darla).

Affordable Home Furnishings is hosting its annual Back-to-School Giveaway on July 27th.

Families can pick up a free backpack at any showroom (while supplies last) on a first-come, first-served basis.

FEMA warns residents to watch for scammers after Tropical Storm Arthur hit June 17-18.

If uninvited inspectors contact you or ask for money, do not share personal information (report any suspicious activity to local law enforcement).

New fishing regulations for black bass and crappie will take effect Aug.

1 in portions of Atchafalaya Basin and nearby waterbodies, including (Henderson Lake, Grassy Lake, Lake Verret, and Lake Palourde). The law requires a 12-inch minimum with five black bass daily and an 8-inch minimum with 25 crappie daily.

Ochsner Behavioral Health Acadiana today opened a new hospital in Lafayette to expand mental health care and build a 100-bed network (including a renamed Broussard campus) for inpatient and outpatient services across Acadiana.

U.S. News released rankings yesterday for Louisiana’s five best regional hospitals.

Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center scored 89% overall satisfaction among top performers in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Metairie and Shreveport.

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.

Zydeco Sunday at Rock'n'Bowl

5-11 p.m. — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $17.43 total — Experience lively Zydeco music and a vibrant atmosphere.

Back to School Potluck

6-8 p.m. — Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House — Drinks available — Bring a dish to share and connect with local educators and community members.