Good morning, Lafayette.

Miles Perret Cancer Services is hosting the 24th annual Camellia Crossing: Acadiana’s Gleaux Run on Wed, Nov.

25 at 5:30 p.m. in River Ranch Town Square — the nighttime 5K and 1-mile event includes an after party and activities for families.

Nothing Bundt Cakes is giving away free Confetti Bundtlets to the first 300 customers who visit any location today as part of its 10 Million Bites Of Joy promotion (running until Oct.

4).

Trader Joe's will open its first Lafayette store (a 9,192 sqft location) on Thursday, Sept.

17 at 1710 Camellia Blvd. and will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., employing over 60 local workers and donating unsold food through its Neighborhood Shares Program.

Festivals Acadiens et Créoles unveiled a 2026 poster and pin during Downtown Lafayette’s ArtWalk, celebrating Acadiana’s cultural fusion.

Herb Roe’s design + his local roots interlace diverse influences and previews the festival’s Oct. 8-11 schedule.

A new report by OnlyGuider shows that Louisiana residents spent $47.55M on OnlyFans this year, up by $21.15M from last year, with New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Lafayette and Shreveport leading local totals.

A Carencro trucking company is facing cost pressures as diesel prices in Lafayette rise to $5.84 per gallon.

The business is adding fuel surcharges that may delay residential projects and cut into its profit margins.

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry said his office works with Ole Miss officials to set up tight security as LSU football prepares to travel for a rival matchup this Saturday (6:30 p.m.), with coach Lane Kiffin poised to face heightened attention.

Louisiana football will host UAB next week as it seeks to bounce back from a loss at USC.

Coach Michael Desormeaux said the team plans to boost its defense and is counting on running back Darrell Smith’s full return (a key factor after limited action previously).

LSU head coach Lane Kiffin said the team is preparing to face Ole Miss on Saturday, Sept.

19 at 6:30 p.m. at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium in Oxford + he spent six years with the Rebels before joining LSU.

Local sports fans can vote for the Daily Advertiser Athlete of the Week, recognizing standout prep athletes from football, volleyball, and swimming from Sept.

7-13. Voting will close at 9 a.m. Friday, and schools across Lafayette Parish are ready for your picks.