Good morning, Lafayette.

Workers hoisted the steeple onto the bell tower of the new Our Lady of Wisdom Catholic Church on the UL Lafayette campus on Friday, Aug.

7 — the church and student center will be completed this fall.

Former The Voice finalist Koryn Hawthorne from Abbeville signed with Motown Gospel; her upcoming EP 'His Favorite' debuts Oct.

2 and blends gospel, R&B, and contemporary music (produced by J. White Did It).

Over the past decade after the 2016 flood, Lafayette Parish spent hundreds of millions on drainage projects & detention ponds, yet many residents remain uneasy when heavy rains return & fear another flood.

Local leaders say ongoing improvements aim to ease risks but cannot completely remove the danger.

Louisiana Blue advises residents to review their health insurance plan now by checking checkup records, deductibles, and provider networks to prepare for fall enrollment.

Medicaid recipients should also gather essential documents (Medicare open enrollment is Oct. 15-Dec. 7 and HealthCare.gov starts Nov. 1) to avoid coverage gaps.

Ten top local wide receivers from Acadiana high schools will compete in the upcoming 2026 football season, including standout Braylon Calais (an LSU commit) whose impressive stats have drawn the attention of fans and scouts.

The UL running back group includes redshirt sophomore Steven Blanco, redshirt freshman Darrell Smith, and redshirt freshman JJ Garner after top rushers Bill Davis and Zylan Perry transferred out.

Coaches will work with the group at August camp + build their skills as they prepare for a strong season.