Good morning, Lafayette.

Louisiana's Albertsons are hosting the Back-to-School Nourishing Neighbors Campaign, a two-week in-store drive from July 27 through Aug.

10 that supports local nonprofits in Acadiana and Baton Rouge by fighting childhood hunger (supported by Opelousas native CeeDee Lamb).

A Lafayette auto repair shop is facing a surge in cooling-related repairs this summer due to rising heat.

Owner Charlie Dugas warns that drivers should shut off vehicles immediately if engine temperatures spike—routine maintenance can help avoid costly repairs, including an engine replacement approaching $35,000.

Cowboy’s Night Club will host its final live music show Friday night with Thomas Cain performing before the venue closes — a posted lease sign shows the building is available for lease.

Kevin Gates will headline Birthday Bash 23 at Cajundome on Oct.

16 - tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at the Cajundome Box Office and online.

Charter Schools USA bought land at the corner of St. Nazaire and La Flamme roads in Broussard to build a K-8 school, and construction will soon start with plans for commercial and housing development on the 66-acre lot.

Louisiana experienced near record-breaking heat this summer with four heat-related deaths confirmed in June and humidity pushing heat indexes near 110.

Officials warn that temperatures may continue to rise next month, increasing risks for those without proper cooling.

The FAA proposed rules that let aerospace companies bypass 13 environmental laws—changes that could affect a planned SpaceX launch site on Pecan Island in Vermilion Parish and other coastal projects.

Public comments are due by Aug. 30.

KATC 3.2 now airs the Gulf Coast Sports Network (featuring Pelicans games) in Lafayette, offering free over-the-air access via Gray Media affiliates after switching from LAFF.

Viewers can catch sports programming on designated channels across the Gulf South.

The National All-State Baseball Championship held its opening ceremony at Cajun Field, where thousands of young players from all 50 states enjoyed a parade of athletes, a first pitch by Ron Guidry, and a fireworks finale.