Good morning, Lafayette.

Local tech companies including LFT Fiber + CGI + Techneaux + Rader Solutions donated 100 frozen turkeys at the Christian Life Center to support local nonprofits, with St. Barnabas Church, Pontiac Point, and the Brandon Mason Foundation among the recipients.

On Saturday, neighbors gathered at Blackham Coliseum to support The RescYOU Group, which helps families grieving a child loss.

The event raised funds for funeral and medical costs + featured family-friendly booths where parents shared their memories.

The Chitimacha Tribe opened Raintree Market at 1001 E.

Main St. on November 19th, replacing Mac's Sugar City Market that burned in 2022 and ending a three-year food desert in Jeanerette—this new store lets residents shop for fresh groceries just in time for the holidays.

Volunteers with Love Acadiana packed 700 Thanksgiving meal boxes at their Broussard headquarters—using donations from local companies to help neighbors enjoy a hearty Thanksgiving.

A beloved live music venue, Artmosphere reopened on Johnston Street with a buffet featuring new food menu items — the reopening also showcased live singer-songwriter performances as new owner Justin Bennett from New York has worked to revitalize the space since his February purchase.

Lafayette Parish School System closed nearly $50 million bond sale in New Orleans to fund a new K-8 school at the J.W.

Faulk Elementary property on Lafayette’s north side—Barras Architects and RHH Architects will jointly design the facility and a Construction Manager will be chosen on December 11 with the school expected to open in early 2028.

LHSAA high school football playoff scores from November 21 show teams advancing in the second round across several divisions as schools competed in both Non-Select and Select matchups (including Oak Grove’s 42-0 win over Richwood in Division III Non-Select).

Area high school players shone in regional playoffs as teams including Rebels, Knights, Bulldogs, Tigers and Blue Jays posted big scores and key plays.

Rebels' senior threw for 320 yards and 2 touchdowns while rushing for 157 yards and 3 scores—other players delivered strong numbers—helping their schools secure wins.

UL quarterback Lunch Winfield ran for a 4-yard touchdown in the Cajuns’ 34—30 win over Arkansas State and then shook a police officer’s hand near the stadium wall.

The moment captured on film shows his engaging personality — the team will face UL Monroe next Saturday to earn bowl eligibility.

LSU football's offense struggled in its win over Western Kentucky because injuries and a lack of backups held the team back, with quarterback Michael Van Buren throwing 202 yards and one interception.

The Tigers outgained WKU with 328 total yards but scored only 13 points on three trips inside the red zone—so they will work to fix short field and scoring play.

Following last Friday's opening round of the LHSAA playoffs, 23 Lafayette Parish high school teams still aim for a state championship as the regional round approaches+Church Point is traveling to Loreauville for a No.7 vs No.10 game in Division III while Westminster Christian Academy-Opelousas rematches Opelousas Catholic in Division IV.

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.

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.

Festival of Lights

5:30-9 p.m. — Ochsner Parking Garage — Ticketed event — Celebrate the holidays with lights, food, music, and family fun activities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cajun Christmas Ballet

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Family-friendly — Experience a Cajun-inspired ballet that celebrates Christmas through the adventures of Marie in the bayou.