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in Lafayette
Sunday, August 24th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 24th of August.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SafeSource Direct suspended operations effective immediately at both Broussard facilities in Lafayette Parish, affecting 541 employees across Lafayette and St. Martin parishes. The Lafayette Economic Development Authority is working with local partners—Saint Martin Parish Economic Development Authority, the City of Broussard and the Louisiana Workforce Commission—to connect displaced workers with new job opportunities. KATC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Lafayette police officer Kyle Jagneaux fatally shot Phillip Francis Jr. at Woodspring Suites Hotel after an altercation on Friday at 2:20 p.m.—he was booked on one count of manslaughter with a $50,000 bond. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is gearing up for fall classes that begin tomorrow as students and faculty prepare for a busy semester. Freshmen shared both excitement and concerns—mostly about campus transportation—while the university readies two parking garages with limited space. News 15
- ➤ At the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, students and faculty prepared for the fall semester on Aug 23 as they got ready for Monday's classes—freshmen expressed excitement while two parking garages will offer limited space. News 15
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Anna Alleman, 7, from Scott who is battling a serious illness, will soon travel to Hawaii through Make-A-Wish Foundation and Atmos Energy—she celebrated a send-off party and is one of 100 Louisiana children granted wishes— and looks forward to meeting Stitch. News 15
- ➤ Anna Alleman, a 7-year-old from Scott battling a critical illness, is set to start her dream trip to Hawaii today through the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Atmos Energy — giving her family a welcome break from routine appointments. News 15
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The Greg Gordon Project Live Concert
7 p.m. — Brass Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience a soulful night with Louisiana's own Greg Gordon and his signature blend of soul and R&B.
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Louisiana Words Launch Event
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Cavalier House Books - Lafayette — Free entry — Celebrate local authors as they read their works at this inclusive nonprofit kickoff event.
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Rice Owls vs. Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Cajun Field — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Catch an exciting college football matchup between the Rice Owls and Ragin Cajuns.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — La Pizzeria Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of heartfelt tunes from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young as she serenades diners.
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McNeese State Cowboys at Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Football
7-8:30 p.m. — Cajun Field — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Experience the thrill of college football as the Cowboys face off against the Ragin Cajuns.
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CajunMan Race
7-11 a.m. — T.R.A.I.L. Transportation Recreation Alternatives in Louisiana — Entry fee required — Immerse yourself in a tradition of endurance with a triathlon, duathlon, or 5k run/walk.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Park Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original music from local singer-songwriter Alyse Young.
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Good Vibes Highway Tour
7 PM - 1 AM — Artmosphere — Ticket price not listed — Enjoy an uplifting evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Lafayette, Louisiana.
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Movies at Moncus: Shrek
Sunset — Moncus Park — $10 parking per vehicle — Enjoy a rescheduled screening of the beloved animated classic Shrek along with themed family activities and local food vendors.
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Redwine and Justus Concert
7 PM - 1 AM — Whiskey & Vine — Ticket info not provided — Experience the fusion of traditional jazz and Cajun Musettes with clarinetist Ben Redwine and Chas Justus.
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