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in Lafayette
Tuesday, November 4th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 4th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ AOC Community Media announced Monday that it launched its new streaming app — now available on Roku, Apple TV, Amazon Fire and Google Play Store — which lets Lafayette viewers stream AOC 1, AOC 2 and premiere local shows live and on demand. The app is designed for easy access to local content and to strengthen community ties. KATC
- ➤ Grammy winners and Louisiana music legends will perform at The Brass Room in Lafayette on November 5 to raise money for Thanksgiving meals for families in need; all donations will go directly to the cause. Pillows of Hope & Artists Who Care present the event from 6:30 to 9 p.m., featuring Lee Allen Zeno's band & Jeffery Broussard's trio along with RJ Jackson’s and MOJO’s performances. KATC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana residents can choose affordable internet with prices starting at $30 monthly from providers such as Spectrum, Xfinity, AT&T, and Hughesnet. The guide compares plans for cable, fiber, fixed wireless, and satellite connectivity (each option varies by speed, coverage, and special programs). The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Stuller Inc. announced that longtime CEO Matt Stuller will step down as Danny Clark becomes CEO effective Jan. 1 — with COO Belit Myers moving into the role of company president at that time. The company, which employs over 1,500 people at its large campus, remains committed to providing quality service to jewelers worldwide. The Advocate
- ➤ Roy Motors Chevrolet celebrated 90 years of serving Acadiana with a car & truck show that offered hot dogs and apple pie to community members at the dealership. The event reflected the long-standing service to St. Landry Parish and honored the dealership's legacy. KATC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette councilman Kenneth Boudreaux will raise concerns at today's 5:30 p.m. council meeting—he says the community did not get enough input—about returning Mardi Gras parades to downtown Jefferson Street. The parade route change was announced by Lafayette Consolidated Government and will take effect in 2026. News 15
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Shots for Tots returns on Saturday, November 8 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Children’s Specialty Center on the campus of Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s & Children’s Hospital. The program is available for Medicaid recipients, uninsured individuals, or American Indian or Alaskan Native families at a cost of $10 per child—no appointment is needed and parents should bring previous immunization records if available. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU football fired head coach Brian Kelly on Oct. 26, sparking strong reactions from local high school coaches and recruits who stressed the challenges of loyalty and the business side of football. The coaches, including voices from Acadiana and Carencro, noted they hope a leader like Nick Saban or Frank Wilson will bring a winning turnaround—reflecting deep local passion. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The LHSAA Volleyball Playoff Bracket was released on November 3, listing 26 Lafayette-area girls volleyball teams that earned playoff spots ahead of the first-round matchups on November 6—with St. Thomas More the only team seeded No. 1 in Division II. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The LSWA football poll after Week 9 shows Central of Baton Rouge joining the Class 5A poll & Tioga entering the Class 4A poll while Lafayette Christian Academy moves to No. 1 in Class 2A by overtaking Ouachita Christian. Most other rankings stayed the same as the statewide poll continues to shift slowly after nine weeks of play. 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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