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in Lafayette
Wednesday, November 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Al Hebert visited UL’s Campus Cupboard on Nov 18 to check the food available for students in need and explain how locals can help keep the shelves stocked—community donations are encouraged for future support. News 15
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Zeus Mediterranean Kitchen will close its longtime Pinhook Road location at 1103 W. Pinhook Road later this month—after 25 years of serving local customers—and owner Yaser Balbeisi said the final day is Nov. 27, with hopes to revive a dine-in experience and Arabian entertainment in the future. The Advocate
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Travel demand for Thanksgiving is set to be higher than in previous years, with road and air travel expected to face more congestion. Lafayette residents should plan for heavy traffic on November 26—when many leave for the holiday—and crowded return routes and flights on November 30. The Daily Advertiser
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will run Hodge Podge 3—a free concert featuring local acts Pilot Vice, Michael Scott Boudreaux and Magic Crawfish—at Blue Moon Saloon on Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. A pre-party will begin at 7 p.m. and the concert will be broadcast live on Kampus FM for the campus and Lafayette community. The Daily Advertiser
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Deputy Kiley Krull from North Central High School became the first woman in the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office to earn the expert marksmanship badge after she completed a rigorous firearms course designed by Capt. Neil Whatley — she passed on her third try. A single mother of two, she said the achievement will help her better protect students and hopes it inspires other officers to seek advanced training — which is key in schools today. The Advocate
- ➤ Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry placed a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal to urge New York City businesses to move here after mayor Zohran Mamdani was elected with a socialist platform. The ad promoted lower taxes and a business-friendly environment—paid for by Louisiana Economic Development—to help boost job growth. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The federal government approved Louisiana’s $1.355 billion plan for faster internet Tuesday — a move that will help bring better service to rural areas. Gov. Jeff Landry said the grant is a big investment to boost economic chances and update digital access across the state. The Advocate
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On National Injury Prevention Day, medical professionals at Ochsner Lafayette General and local experts shared tips to help keep families safe at home and in the community — with pediatric specialists explaining car seat safety, maternity professionals advising on safe infant sleep, and therapists recommending ways to prevent falls. News 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns Football team will travel to Jonesboro, Ark. on Thursday at 6:30 p.m. for a nationally televised game at Centennial Bank Stadium—aiming to secure an eighth consecutive postseason berth after a 12-day break. KATC
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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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Postmodern Jukebox Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sensational sounds of Postmodern Jukebox's new-millennium Roaring 20s celebration.
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Festival of Lights
5:30-9 p.m. — Ochsner Parking Garage — Ticketed event — Celebrate the holidays with lights, food, music, and family fun activities.
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The Gospel According to Scrooge
December 5-8 — 1100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA — Free entry — Experience a musical retelling of a classic Christmas tale with a message of transformation and grace.
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Locally Filmed Christmas Movie Showing
5-9 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket price applies — Enjoy heartwarming local Christmas films and a Q&A with cast and crew.
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George Porter Jr. Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary bassist and funk pioneer perform classic grooves from his illustrious career.
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Breakfast with Santa 2025
9 a.m. — Dave and Buster's Lafayette — $10+ — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa over a festive breakfast and exclusive arcade fun for the whole family.
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