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in Lafayette
Friday, July 18th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A nursing home in Rayne was evacuated on Jul 17 after a bomb threat was received at 9:21 a.m. and police began investigating the incident — no further details have been released. KLFY
- ➤ Franklin police and Lafayette officers arrested Tate Foco, 19, on July 16 in connection with shots fired on Iberia Street on March 8 & he faces charges for attempted first-degree murder, home invasion, aggravated criminal damage, & illegal use of weapons. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette native Vinayak Chaturvedi will present his free, Chopin-inspired concert, The River of Chopin, on July 27 at 6:30 p.m. at Northwood United Methodist Church on Moss St—he returns home with gratitude after years of performing abroad. The Advocate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette tourism officials voted to start talks with ULL to buy land at the corner of Cajundome Boulevard and West Congress Street to build a 150,000 square foot indoor sports complex that will have 10 basketball courts and 20 volleyball courts. The project is estimated to cost $35—40 million and will be funded by a 2% tourism improvement tax collected from local hotels, which is expected to bring 140,000 visitors and 30,000 hotel room stays each year. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LPSS is urging families to check the Parent Portal and JCampus app for up-to-date student information as the school year begins—parents should verify contact details and review student records. A phone bank is available from July 21 to 25 to assist with questions and updates. BY Local News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette’s mayor-president Boulet started the summer budget process with an $803 million plan that focuses on new transit options—like $300,000 for a micro-transit pilot—and key road, drainage, and cost-sharing improvements. The proposal shifts more shared costs to the parish as its tax base grows. The Current
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Acadian Culture Day 2025
10 AM – 5 PM — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — Free admission — Celebrate Acadian culture with live music, crafts, and delicious local food at this family-friendly festival.
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Louisiana Theatre Festival
7-9:30 p.m. — Wonderland Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience talented groups from across Louisiana competing with their best short scenes for fantastic prizes.
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