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Saturday, September 13th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ LFT Fiber cut the ribbon on its new Downtown office today—attended by Lafayette city leaders—to mark its local expansion. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Little Veron’s at 403 Rena Dr. in Lafayette was named on USA Today’s 10 Best Butcher Shops list—offering quality meat, deli selections and fresh produce for local customers. The shop continues to serve ready-to-eat meals and daily specials. The Daily Advertiser
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ At Lafayette High School, a shelter-in-place was ended today when police found that a student's report of a possible weapon turned out to be a voice recorder—classes resumed after campus searches showed there was no threat. News 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Frank Clavelle III, a senior at UL, was named a Space to Succeed Scholarship recipient by The Storage Center and will receive a $5,000 award for his academic excellence and community service—his volunteer work with Big Brothers Big Sisters and Habitat for Humanity highlights his commitment while he plans to apply to law school next year. The Advocate
- ➤ St. Pius Elementary is building a new 28000 square foot Innovative Learning Center with a $1M grant from the Stuller Family Foundation. Construction will start next summer and finish before the 2027-2028 school year—creating modern learning spaces for early learners and all students. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government adopted a budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year after months of discussion by the parish and city councils. The plan sets aside over $31 million for roadway and bridge improvements—modernizing Johnston Street and Bertrand Drive—and allocates $81 million for police, fire services, flood mitigation and park facilities. News 15
- ➤ Lafayette Sheriff Mark Garber said his office had entered talks with ICE to repurpose the sheriff’s Annex into a 72-hour holding facility for immigrant detainees but talks stalled because the federal agency would have to fund renovations and staffing — the ball is now in ICE’s court. The Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center is expanding its emergency department with 11 new emergency rooms to reduce wait times—patient volume increased 20% to 30% in Lafayette Parish. The hospital will consolidate services from its Heart Hospital and invest $25 million in new cardiovascular facilities. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ St. Thomas More volleyball traveled to LCA for a non-district match on Sept. 11, 2025—showcasing key plays that energized the game. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ UL football coach Michael Desormeaux said the team faces offensive line depth issues ahead of its upcoming road game at Missouri—his update comes as the team prepares for its first road trip of the season. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ LSU coach said Braelin Moore is likely to play today against Florida after spraining his ankle in the Louisiana Tech game—while tight end Trey'Dez Green remains a game-time decision after injuring his knee. The Daily Advertiser
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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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Alyse Young Live at La Pizzeria
6-10 p.m. — La Pizzeria Lafayette — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of soulful music from Lafayette's own singer-songwriter Alyse Young.
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PetSmart Adoption Event
10 AM – 1 PM — PetSmart — Free entry — Meet adorable adoptable cats and dogs ready to find their forever homes.
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Sax in the City: Dee Lucas with The Dave Mouton EXPerience
7-10 p.m. — Brass Room — Tickets available — Experience a night of jazz featuring soulful saxophone and vibrant performances.
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