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in Lafayette
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market held an event at St. Anthony Church in Lafayette to offer fresh produce and healthy food at low prices in response to delayed SNAP benefits — Rep. Tehmi Chiasson used leftover campaign funds to help local families. News 15
- ➤ Brookshire Grocery Company is donating $500,000 to local food banks — inviting customers to help by donating scan coupons at checkout until December 16 — to support families facing hunger in Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma. KATC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Festival International de Louisiane is set to celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2026 by releasing a 200-page book (Where's Al?) that features images of performances and text in both English and French, with Bayou Vermilion District leading the project. News 15
- ➤ Starting in 2026, Lafayette will bring back its historic Mardi Gras parade route downtown, beginning at Surrey and Simcoe Streets and ending at Cajun Field — a return to the city’s deep cultural roots — as officials coordinate road closures, parking changes, and safety measures for a family-friendly celebration. City leaders and local Mardi Gras groups will work together to restore the traditional route that has been a part of Lafayette since 1897. The Daily Advertiser
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A World Population Review report found that Louisiana ranked as the third least educated state today — showing the state ranks 48th in overall educational attainment and has one of the lowest shares of high school and college graduates. The Daily Advertiser
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State commissioners will review a proposal later this week to change menhaden fishing rules as industry groups argue that easing the current half-mile buffer is key to protecting jobs while conservation groups warn that a reduced buffer could harm Louisiana’s coast. The proposal may cut the buffer to a quarter-mile in some areas and will be supported by scientific data at the upcoming meeting. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette City Council will discuss the change to the Mardi Gras parade route tonight at 5:30 p.m. after tests confirmed that floats can safely turn on Jefferson Street—downtown leaders have raised concerns over parking, barricades, and public space for spectators. KATC
- ➤ After a federal shutdown halted SNAP benefits last Saturday, residents in Lafayette and Acadiana began lining up at local pantries for help—food banks already stretched thin worry that supplies may not meet rising demand. Louisiana Gov.—Jeff Landry—announced that state funds of $147 million will temporarily support feeding the elderly, disabled and children, though nearly 219,000 recipients may not be fully covered. The Current
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Photos show ten popular Lafayette bars where locals enjoy cold drinks and live music—featuring favorites like Old Coulee Lounge, Blue Moon Saloon, and The Bulldog. The Daily Advertiser
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LSU football tickets for the rivalry game against Alabama—priced at $162 on VividSeats and $169 on StubHub—are available as the Tigers, under interim head coach Frank Wilson, will play on November 8 at 6:30 p.m. CT on ABC. 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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