Good morning, Lafayette.

Nearly two weeks ago, a driver failed to stop at a stop sign on Johnston Street, hit a pedestrian on an electric scooter and crashed into Be True Tattoo – injuring a worker and sending passenger Don Mitchell and the driver to the hospital while they were headed to a spoken word poetry workshop.

Local farmer Trey Johnson reduced his attendance at the Corner Pantry market after heavy rains hurt his crop and now plans to offer CSA (Community Supported Agriculture) box subscriptions for steadier income.

Local officials at Moncus Park will open a new pavilion this fall to support small farms and artisans (a move aimed at helping the community face global market shifts and federal policy changes).

Paul Breaux Middle School's LEAP scores dropped 26 percentage points to 9% last school year after removing its gifted and language immersion programs, prompting concerns about academic supports (enrollment fell from about 580 to 320 and the student body became less diverse).

District leaders and the newly named principal, Tia Trahan, said they will use the test data to guide targeted interventions and resource allocation (including plans for tutoring and teacher incentives) to help students succeed.

LSU baseball pitcher Kade Anderson was picked third overall by the Seattle Mariners in the 2025 MLB Draft on Sunday night—he finished a strong season with a 12-1 record, a 3.18 ERA, and 180 strikeouts that helped his team reach the College World Series.

He is expected to bring his top pitching skills to the pro level.

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.

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.

WCI Marriage Retreat - Two Souls United in Christ

5 PM – 3 PM — Grand Coteau Retreats — Registration fee applies — Dive deeper into spiritual union and understand St. John Paul II's vision for marriage.

Lafayette Farmers and Artisans Market

8 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Moncus Park — Free entry — A vibrant Saturday market featuring fresh produce, handmade goods, and local crafts in a beautiful park setting.

CD Release Show Featuring Slim Bawb and Steve Judice

7-9 p.m. — Hideaway on Lee — Tickets available — Celebrate the launch of 'Iron Sharpens Iron' with live performances by the talented duo.

Sushi Mizu Live Music Night

6-9 p.m. — Sushi Mizu — Free entry — Enjoy the soothing sounds of Alyse Young while savoring delicious sushi and drinks.

ARCHIVES: whimsy Art Exhibition Closing Night

11 p.m.-2 a.m. — The Hallway at the Warehouse on Garfield — Free entry — Explore a multimedia exhibit blurring imagination and reality through whimsical art and playfulness.

Ancestral Artistry: The Influence of Africans and Creoles of Color on Louisiana Architecture

6:30-8 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — Free entry — Discover the impactful contributions of Black master artisans to the architectural landscape of Louisiana.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Bushido-Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music from local artist Alyse Young in a vibrant restaurant setting.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — La Pizzeria Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music by local singer-songwriter Alyse Young in a cozy pizzeria setting.