Good morning, Lafayette.

Brandon Little, a Lafayette native, started Artefkt Watches in Detroit after working with luxury brands and study programs.

He raised $131,000 through a Kickstarter campaign and began shipping his hand-assembled watches in August — a sign of his company’s growth.

Festival International de Louisiane has launched a fundraiser to cover rising costs for booking international acts—costs that have grown to nearly 30% of its $300,000 budget—and plans to create new showcases for Louisiana artists ahead of next spring’s 40th anniversary celebration.

LSU's defense made a zone coverage error on Nov.

29 that allowed Oklahoma to score a 58‐yard go‐ahead touchdown—Oklahoma won the game 17–13 despite LSU's earlier interceptions.

Southern snapped a nine game losing streak by beating Grambling 28—27 Saturday at the Caesars Superdome in the Bayou Classic.

Grambling extended its streak while Southern secured its fourth trophy with key plays like a 51 yard touchdown and three sacks.

Westminster Christian Academy beat district rival St. Edmund 52–22 Friday night at Crusader Field to secure its first-ever state semifinal berth while remaining undefeated at 12–0—coach Byron Porter praised his team's explosive plays and strong defense and said they will face a semifinal opponent at the Superdome next week.

Lafayette Christian Academy beat Catholic High 49-14 in Friday night's Division III Select playoff game at Knight Field.

A strong third quarter set the tone — the Knights now will face the Dunham Tigers in the semifinals.

Louisiana football will clash with Louisiana-Monroe later this week in their season finale as the injury-riddled Ragin’ Cajuns need a win to secure bowl eligibility.

Quarterback Lunch Winfield will lead the team despite missing nine offensive linemen—while ULM’s Aiden Armenta aims to boost his season with a strong performance in town.

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.

Marc Broussard Concert

8:30 PM – 12:00 AM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $25 cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Marc Broussard and special guest Mike Broussard.