Good morning, Lafayette.

Lafayette will host the SOLA Food Summit on Sept.

14 at the Downtown Convention Center where farmers, food businesses and community leaders will connect to strengthen the local food system. An optional guided farm tour will take place on Sept. 13 for a fee + transportation offered by the organizers.

Healing House is preparing a gala and online auction that will support children and families grieving a loss after its successful Tito's 'Tini Tuesday Tour fundraiser, which saw eight restaurants create martinis (each serving 250-300 drinks) to raise funds.

Bordelon's Home Furnishings sponsored the tour.

Fifty-three Louisiana companies made the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest-growing businesses, with Omega Foundation Services of Slaughter ranking highest and Lafayette-based FlyGuys showing strong growth.

Businesses from Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and other areas reached significant milestones as they drive regional economic progress.

Lafayette Parish students return to school today as former Comeaux High students attend one of three other high schools while teachers completed in-service meetings yesterday following a week of preparation.

On Aug. 8, a wildfire burned 5,500 acres in Cameron Parish and was 100% contained by Aug.

9, while a small fire burned 0.5 acre in Orleans Parish on Aug. 7. Officials noted many parishes remain at high risk for fire danger.

The Louisiana Department of Health cited five Lafayette restaurants for critical violations involving flies, roaches and rodents during inspections in late July and early August.

Violations were noted at Masala, Wendy’s, Burger King, Acadiana Bar and Grill and Sombreros Mexican Kitchen and Cantina.

The Yard Goat announced updated dress code guidelines for Friday and Saturday nights after 9 p.m. (when the crowd may be seeking a club vibe), banning hoodies, sunglasses after dark and overly revealing clothing while enforcing bag searches and reentry limits to prepare for upcoming DJ events.

Luxury home sales in Lafayette Parish are rising as 10 homes sold for $1 million or more last month, with three selling for a combined $12.8 million — pushing the average price to $312,034 amid strong market activity.

Louisiana Volleyball will kick off its 50th anniversary season with the annual Vermilion and White Scrimmage on Saturday, Aug.

15 at 2:00 p.m. at E.K. Long Gym. Fans can enjoy free admission and join a post-match autograph session.