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Tuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Longtime Lafayette ADA Gary Haynes, accused of bribery in the 15th Judicial District’s pretrial diversion program, went on trial in federal court Monday and faces up to 60 years in prison if convicted—alleged co-conspirators who pleaded guilty are set to testify against him. The Current
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The pond at Girard Park is covered in duckweed that blocks sunlight and may lower oxygen for fish. Retired biologist Ron Boustany said treatment with herbicides may cost the city between $1,000—$1,500 to restore the pond's health. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Last week, five new high school football coaches in the 337 area recorded their first wins of the 2025 season. Michael Courville, Stephen Hearen, Garrett Kreamer, Cory Brodie and Jay Domengeaux led teams to victories with scores like 48—12, 52—8, 34—29, 51 points and 41—7 as they began the season. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ LSU football will host Florida at Tiger Stadium Saturday night (6:30 p.m. CT) in an SEC opener after the Tigers improved to 2-0 with a 23-7 win over Louisiana Tech last weekend; tickets are available with prices from $123 on StubHub to $98 on VividSeats. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Louisiana’s Ragin’ Cajuns beat McNeese 34 to 10 on Saturday night as Bill Davis ran for two touchdowns and rushed for 132 yards out of the team’s 315 total rushing yards—Zylan Perry and Steven Blanco also made key contributions. The team will travel the next two weekends, starting with a non-conference game at No. 25 Mizzou. News 15
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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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Bayou Fest & Boat Parade 2025
10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — Registration fee applies — Celebrate the Bayou Vermilion with paddling, music, contests, and fun for all ages.
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Downtown Rising 2025
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Parc International — Tickets available — Celebrate music and community with The Wailers and local artists in an epic reggae event.
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ACLA Latin Music Festival
4 PM – 10 PM — Parc International — Check back for more details — A family-friendly multicultural celebration of Latin music since 2002.
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