Good morning, Lafayette.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library now sends a free book every month to every Lafayette Parish child under 5.

The program (launched Friday, Sept. 25 at Truman Early Childhood Development Center in partnership with Community Coffee) aims to boost early literacy and promote family reading time.

LSU football beat Texas A&M on Saturday, Sept.

26 under coach Lane Kiffin, marking a decisive win that boosts the Tigers' season momentum.

LSU linebacker Whit Weeks reportedly fractured his fibula during the game against Texas A&M on Sept.

12. The team has not confirmed his recovery schedule + his absence may weaken its defense.

UL's defense held Charlotte to 137 total yards + 47 in the first half in a 34-7 win on Saturday, though the offense struggled; coach Desormeaux said the team will work on improving passing protection and run fits in future games.

Miku Kurihara scored her 10th goal of the season as Louisiana's soccer team routed Troy 5-0 last night, extending its unbeaten run to five games.

The victory highlights the team's strong offense as they prepare for upcoming matches.

Lafayette prep sports showed strong action last week as teams in football, volleyball, swimming, and cross country battled hard, and locals can vote for the Daily Advertiser Athlete of the Week until 9 a.m. Friday (six candidates are in the running).