Today
in Lafayette
Monday, November 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 3rd of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members and local officials gathered Saturday morning outside Youngsville Sports Complex to dedicate a new military memorial honoring Steven L. Bennett (Youngsville's only Medal of Honor recipient) with speeches, a 21-gun salute and Vietnam-era flyovers. Bennett was posthumously awarded his honor for heroic actions during the Vietnam War. KATC
- ➤ Residents in an unincorporated area near Broussard raised concerns when a planned subdivision to build 146 homes was approved despite fears of increased flood risk and loss of quiet rural living—local officials are now planning to enforce stricter building rules using federal funds. The Current
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana Grass Roots, a documentary by Phyllis Baudoin Griffard and Jillian Godshall, highlights local efforts to preserve the Cajun Prairie and honor the region’s Cajun and Creole heritage. It will soon be released online and has been shown in community screenings with a future showing at the NUNU Collective on Nov 14 — additional screenings are planned at film festivals and in schools and libraries. The Advocate
- ➤ Festival International de Louisiane marks 40 years by publishing a 200-page bilingual commemorative coffee table book that documents the festival's history and cultural impact in Acadiana. The first copy was presented to Mayor-President Monique Boulet on Friday morning and a ticketed book launch will be held Nov.8 at Cavalier House Books with limited signed editions offered for $140 and regular editions available Nov.10. KATC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A part of Girard Park is closed for a $17.6M sewer lift station project that will boost wastewater capacity for downtown, mid-city, and nearby neighborhoods—adding space for 2,000 units. Construction begins this month and will finish in October. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Daily Advertiser is seeking votes for Athlete of the Week for Oct.27-Nov.2—nominations include standout high school players in football, girls volleyball, and cross country from Lafayette and surrounding parishes. Voting will close at 9 a.m. Friday and readers must email nominations with the athletes’ key statistics and a photo. The Daily Advertiser
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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