Good morning, Lafayette.

The University of Louisiana System and the state purchased a building near the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, formerly housing Campus Copies and the Cajun Commander Café.

I-10 Eastbound is closed in Lafayette Parish around milepost 94 due to a vehicle crash, with advisories for drivers to seek alternate routes.

A motorcycle passenger is in critical but stable condition following a collision with a garbage truck in Lafayette, resulting in temporary road closure.

The 50th anniversary of Festivals Acadiens et Créoles will feature a mix of music, food, and art celebrating Cajun and Creole heritage from Oct.

11 to 13 at Girard Park.

A new charter school, the Broussard Charter Academy, is set to open in Broussard for the 2025-26 school year, expanding the educational options overseen by Lafayette Charter Foundation.

A New Orleans firm's optimization recommendations for Lafayette Parish School System are open for public comment, with options to respond via survey or at one of three scheduled meetings.

The Lafayette Parish School Board has raised health insurance premiums for employees and retirees due to an $8 million deficit.

Week 6 of the 2024 high school football season sees Lafayette Parish teams deep in district play, with 20 teams celebrating victories and five undefeated teams, including the highest-ranked No. 7 Rebels, aiming to maintain their perfect records.

Festival Acadiens et Créoles

Experience over 40 years of Cajun and Creole culture through three days of music, dancing, food, and crafts at this vibrant community festival.

Annual World Championship Gumbo Cookoff

Experience a family-oriented food festival featuring a gumbo cookoff, youth competition, live music, and Cajun/Creole cuisine in historic downtown New Iberia.

2024 South Louisiana Community Health Summit: Innovation and Collaboration

Learn about innovative community health initiatives and meet local champions of change at the 2024 South Louisiana Community Health Summit.

Rhythms on the River: GTO Concert

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Lafayette's cherished outdoor concert series, set against the backdrop of the scenic River Ranch Town Square.

Irish Music and Storytelling Night at Cité des Arts

Experience the captivating melodies of Irish traditional music and storytelling with Danny O'Flaherty and masters Mulvihill, Carberry, and Brouder.

Gulf Brew 2024: A Celebration of Craft Beer and Arts

Celebrate the craft of beer and support the arts in Acadiana at Gulf Brew, featuring over 200 types of beer, live music, and local artisans.

October Bridge Conference

Experience a dynamic, three-day conference focused on business insights and networking at Stuller’s headquarters in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Inspiring Visual Art: Transforming Teaching Through Museum Exhibits

Discover how to engage students and enhance lesson plans by utilizing museum and gallery exhibits as dynamic learning tools in the classroom.

2nd Annual JSG Fundraiser for Acadiana Veterans

Experience an engaging evening with live and silent auctions, entertainment by The 337 Band, and a happy hour, all supporting Acadiana Veterans.

Concert by Ferd at Vermilionville Historic Village

Experience a vibrant live concert by Ferd in the charming atmosphere of the Vermilionville Historic Village.