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in Lafayette
Friday, November 29th, 2024
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Terrance St. Julien, once aided in his own time of need, now assists others in Acadiana through his organization, offering emergency housing, job training, and more. The Advocate
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A pedestrian is in critical condition after being hit by a vehicle while crossing with a do-not-cross signal in Lafayette, LA. BY Local News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government introduces a Christmas light recycling program at the Robicheaux Recreation Center from December 2, 2024, to January 1, 2025, to support environmental sustainability. City of Lafayette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana has the second highest per capita rate of emergency room visits during Thanksgiving, driven by food preparation injuries, alcohol-related incidents, and vehicle accidents. The Advocate
- ➤ Albertsons Companies recalls select deli and produce items containing cucumbers from SunFed Produce due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting stores in Arkansas, Louisiana, and Texas. KATC
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns and the University of Louisiana-Monroe will renew their 'Battle on the Bayou' rivalry with significant stakes, including a Sun Belt Conference championship berth for the Cajuns and bowl eligibility for the Warhawks. The Daily Advertiser
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Christmas in the Village Celebration
Experience a festive family-oriented Christmas event featuring tree lighting, food vendors, live music, kids' activities, and photos with Santa in Loreauville.
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Louisiana Christmas Day Concert
Experience a festive concert featuring celebrated bass-baritone Andre Courville and the Atchafalaya Orchestra performing enchanting Christmas music.
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Merry & Bright Holiday Experience in Lafayette
Experience the magic of the holiday season with a series of festive events, highlighted by Chubby Carrier’s Christmas Concert and a showcase of local dining and retail.
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Christmas Decor at the Lafayette Museum
Experience the historic charm of The Lafayette Museum adorned with period Christmas decorations throughout December.
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Pelican Ball - Honoring Arts Contributions in Acadiana
Celebrate the dedication and impact of individuals who have significantly contributed to the arts in Acadiana at the prestigious Pelican Ball.
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Lafayette's Annual Sonic Christmas Parade
Celebrate the festive season as Santa makes his grand entrance in Lafayette with floats, marching bands, and dance clubs.
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Transformative Theatre Techniques for Educators
This workshop teaches educators of all grade levels how to use theatre tableau to enrich ELA and Social Studies lessons through visual and interactive techniques.
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Holiday Networking and Social Gathering
This event offers a festive atmosphere for members of the Slack and Salesforce communities to engage in fun activities and share their successes from the year.
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Artists in Conversation: Anne Boudreau and Jaik Faulk
Jaik Faulk, the Visual Arts Director at Acadiana Center for the Arts, will engage in a conversation with exhibiting artist Anne Boudreau, who specializes in fiber-based and repurposed material artworks.
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A Christmas Story: The Musical
A live theatre production based on the classic holiday story, offering performances with concessions at the Iberia Performing Arts League.
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