Good morning, Lafayette.

The City of Broussard donated extra furniture from its public works building to Clayton— a village of 368 people located 160 miles away in Concordia Parish— after a summer fire destroyed its city hall, and Clayton is operating out of a trailer while it rebuilds.

Lafayette honored local champions advancing accessibility and inclusion at its 2025 Awards Ceremony on October 7 at the Heymann Performing Arts Center.

The event recognized leaders (including a Girl Scout, a local business with inclusive hiring, and a podcast host) and more than 100 residents attended the breakfast celebration.

The annual Mickey Shunick Memorial Loop Ride will be held on Thursday, October 16 to honor loved ones lost in cycling accidents in Acadiana.

Riders will meet at the front of Moncus Park at 5:30 p.m. and ride an out-and-back route to the Ghost Bike before gathering at The Yard Goat.

PARC will hold a free Pink Picnic on Oct.

17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Girard Park Pavilion at 500 Girard Park Drive—attendees will enjoy free burgers, a line dance for the cure led by local instructor Corey Spoken Red, and health information booths as part of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Trader Joe's got a building permit from Lafayette Consolidated Government to build a new store along Camellia Boulevard near River Ranch—this $6.5 million project will break ground soon and open next spring.

Chorale Acadienne kicked off its 47th season on October 8 at St. Mary Mother of the Church in Lafayette with a fall concert featuring Kyle Pederson’s piece A Vision Unfolding that mixes singing, narration, and instruments to explore themes of reflection and acceptance—News 15’s Marcelle Fontenot narrated the performance. The concert left a strong impression on local attendees.

More than 60 regional employers and resource providers will attend the 21st annual Acadiana Opportunity Job Fair at the Heymann Convention Center in Lafayette on October 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—job seekers should dress professionally, bring resumes, and note that the event is free.

UL Interim President Jamie Hebert said the university faces a $25 million deficit and will cut 10% of expenses by closing the Office of Sustainability and Community Engagement and restructuring other departments—with six jobs lost—to work toward fiscal stability by May.

A copy of the budget is now available for review at the library.

Drivers on South College Road are facing delays as the right lane near West Bayou Parkway is closed for work on a sewer lift station—traffic backs up to Johnston Street during peak times.

Lafayette Consolidated Government said the closure is part of a larger public works project funded by a $5 million EPA grant to boost the city's wastewater capacity.

The Louisiana National Guard held a groundbreaking ceremony on October 8 for a new $37 million readiness center near the Cajundome in Lafayette—marking a new chapter for military training.

The center will cover over 80,000 square feet, house about 200 soldiers, and is expected to be finished in about 20 months—serving as the headquarters for the 256th Infantry Brigade.

UL football coach Michael Desormeaux will earn $986,400 this season + he ranks as the fifth highest paid coach in the Sun Belt Conference.

He also received $180,000 in bonuses last season and could earn up to $217,500 in bonuses under his contract.

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.

PetSmart Adoption Event

10 AM – 1 PM — PetSmart — Free entry — Meet adorable adoptable cats and dogs ready to find their forever homes.

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.

Treats at the Village

5-8 p.m. — LARC's Acadian Village — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with a special trick-or-treat experience designed for individuals with special needs and their families.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music with singer-songwriter Alyse Young from Lafayette.

Rory Scovel Live Comedy Show

7-10 PM — Club 337 — Reserved Seating ($30) + General Admission ($25) — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Rory Scovel known for his appearances on Netflix, HBO, and Apple TV+.

Daryl Felsberg Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Cité des Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of laughs with the larger-than-life comedian Daryl Felsberg.

Forged in the Fire: The Forgiven

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cité des Arts — Check event page for cost — A powerful stage play exploring redemption and forgiveness that promises to inspire.

Alyse Young Performance at Park Bistro

6-10 p.m. — Park Bistro — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of music with local artist Alyse Young in a cozy bistro setting.

2025 Hometown Classic Golf Tournament

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Oakbourne Country Club — Registration required — Play in the 18th Annual Spring fundraiser supporting local initiatives at a beloved Lafayette course.