Today
in Lafayette
Saturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CGI Containers employees packed over 16,000 meals today — the meals will be distributed to local pantries including Second Harvest, UL's Campus Cupboard and SoLAcc's The Pantry. News 15
- ➤ Historic Davidson Memorial Methodist Church on Jefferson Boulevard will soon be transformed into an event center—Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser attended the groundbreaking for the $1.5 million renovation that will preserve the pre-World War II chapel and boost Lafayette’s Sterling Grove Historic District. Work is expected to finish later this year. News 15
- ➤ Twenty years ago, the Cajundome sheltered over 7,000 evacuees during Hurricane Katrina by providing food, medical care, and a safe home for local families. Its compassionate response has helped shape national disaster plans and remains a lasting symbol of Lafayette—showing the strength and unity of our community. KATC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Magnolia Pantry opened its doors on Aug. 28 at downtown Lafayette’s historic Sans Souci building—created by a merger of Acadian Slice Pies and Magnolia Moon—and now offers a menu of pies, teas, and cocktails after winning a $100,000 award from One Acadiana’s Small Business Challenge. The Daily Advertiser
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kyle Jagneaux—39 and a former Lafayette police officer—appeared in court on August 30 charged with manslaughter after a shooting at WoodSpring Suites on Hugh Wallis Road on August 22 that killed Phillip Francis Jr., 44, and he was released on a $50,000 bond. News 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At Comeaux High School on Thursday, hundreds of prep football fans watched six local teams compete in a two-day football jamboree that prepared them for the 2025 season. Standout players like Alex Munoz, Carson Gurzi, Dion Simon and Troy Kennerson Jr. led key plays in wins that set an exciting tone for upcoming high school games — teams built on their success throughout the event. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ LSU football is opening its season today against No. 6 Clemson at Memorial Stadium at 6:30 p.m. with the game set to air on ABC and stream on the ESPN app and Fubo free trial. The Daily Advertiser
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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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Alyse Young Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Bushido-Lafayette — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music with the talented local artist Alyse Young.
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Ben Folds Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-bending music of acclaimed singer-songwriter Ben Folds in a captivating live performance.
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Full Throttle Tour 2025
7-9 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Ticket prices may vary — Country superstar Jason Aldean hits the stage with special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and Dee Jay Silver.
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