Good morning, Lafayette.

Festival International de Louisiane celebrated its 40th anniversary by unveiling a special bilingual commemorative book on October 31 at a news conference, with the first copy given to Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet.

The 200-page limited edition will officially launch during Artwalk on November 8 and will join her office permanent collection.

New data shows the sugarcane harvest in Acadiana is about one-third complete and trending above the five-year average, with farmers collecting 7,000 pounds per acre so far.

Chad Hanks from Advanced Ag said ample rainfall boosted growth and he expects the yield from younger cane to reach 8,000 pounds per acre and total 24 million pounds by season’s end — a strong turnaround from last season.

In Week 9 of Acadiana prep football, Andre Abshire rushed for 170 yards and five touchdowns for the Blue Gators while Alex Munoz passed for 162 yards and rushed for 169 yards with three touchdowns as the Rebels beat crosstown rival St. Thomas More.

Parker Dies led Southside with 297 rushing yards and two touchdowns in a 70—35 win, and Owen Morris along with Joachim Bourgeois added 244 and 282 rushing yards with multiple touchdowns in wins over West St. Mary and Lafayette Renaissance respectively.

UL won a tough game by a score of 31 to 22 over South Alabama after scoring early and using a key goal line stand late in the third quarter + quarterback Lunch Winfield threw two touchdown passes while receiver Shelton Sampson made key catches to seal the win.

Acadiana's Wreckin' Rams won 49-21 on Friday night when junior quarterback Collin DiBetta made a kickoff return touchdown—he also threw and caught a touchdown that halted Sam Houston's comeback.

The win kept the team in the race for a district title as they look forward to a showdown against Carencro next week.

After two exhibition games, the UL women’s basketball team—with a new roster and staff—will begin the season by facing Bowling Green at 6 p.m. Monday in the Cajundome.

Coach Garry Brodhead said promising freshmen and transfers will strengthen both offense and defense for the season opener.

Notre Dame beat Lafayette Renaissance 38-19 on October 17 at Gardiner Memorial Stadium in Crowley — even after losing their starting quarterback early, running back Joachim Bourgeois rushed for 282 yards and scored four touchdowns.

Coach Cook said the team regrouped and worked hard to secure the win.

Kat Higgins Live Performance

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Cost info not specified — Experience the enchanting Irish folk sounds of Kat Higgins fresh from Vancouver.

Texas State Bobcats vs. Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Football

1-4 p.m. — Cajun Field — Entry fee varies — Catch the action as the Texas State Bobcats take on the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns in this exciting football matchup.

Alyse Young Live Performance

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

LHSAA State Farm Prep Classic Championship

3:30 AM – 2:00 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — VIP ticket packages available — Experience the excitement of high school championship football with premium seating and exclusive amenities.

Wild Kratts Live Show

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Check for ticket prices — Experience an exciting adventure with the Kratt Brothers on stage.

LHSAA State Volleyball Finals

8:00 – 9:30 AM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — VIP ticket packages available — Experience the excitement of high school volleyball championship with premium seating and entertainment.

Scott Mulvahill Presents Paul Simon’s Graceland

— Time not specified — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Graceland with Scott Mulvahill and talented musicians.

Menopause - The Musical 2

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Tickets available — Laugh along with the hilarious sequel featuring beloved characters from the original musical.

Broussard Community Fair 5K/1 Mile Run

6:45 a.m. — Arceneaux Park — Registration fee required — A fast new route through Downtown Broussard awaits runners this year!

Acadiana Giants Bowling Practice

9:00-10:30 a.m. — Premier's Acadiana Lanes — Free entry — Practice your strikes alongside the Acadiana Giants in support of Special Olympics Louisiana.