Good morning, Lafayette.

On Saturday morning, Broussard Police hosted their annual Shop with a Cop event at Walmart, taking nine children on a Christmas shopping spree funded by a $2,500 No Shave November fundraiser (a boost for local families in need).

Clifton Chenier celebrations continue with a Grammy-nominated tribute album by Valcour Records, a mural unveiled outside The Funky Flea in Sunset on Dec.

12, and upcoming events including a panel discussion (Jan. 24) and a six-vinyl box set release (Feb. 6) raising funds for a ULL scholarship.

The Lafayette Parish School Board honored outgoing President Britt Latiolais and praised Superintendent Francis Touchet — who earned a 3.8 evaluation score — for boosting academics, safety and facilities.

The board will meet on Jan. 8 to discuss potential contract changes.

Lafayette Consolidated Government extended warming shelter operations at Dupuis Recreation Center through Monday night to help those facing freezing temperatures.

Guests must check out after lunch at 11:00 a.m. and may re-enter at 5:00 p.m.—transit fees are waived for rides to and from the shelter.

Apartment listing prices in Lafayette dropped 6% from last year's median of $1,240 to $1,165 in November — Zumper data shows one-bedroom rates fell 10% while two-bedroom listings remained near October’s values.

Listings are 14% below the state median and 38% below the national median.

The Daily Advertiser invites local readers to vote for the Athlete of the Week for Dec.

8–14; nominations with player statistics and photos must be emailed to sports reporter Shannon Belt by 9 a.m. Friday.

Lafayette High boys basketball team is enjoying early success (holding a 6-0 record) as coach Clifton Brown praises the efforts of its skilled juniors and senior leader Jaleel Sinegal.

The team is building its skills to prepare for District 3-5A play.

The Ragin’ Cajuns – with returning seniors like Tyree Skipper and redshirt freshman Ryder Bentley – will face Delaware in the 68 Ventures Bowl on Dec.

17 in Mobile, AL as they chase a five-win streak after lineman Bryant Williams entered the transfer portal.

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.

New Year’s Eve Dance with Geno Delafose

8:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — $45 — Celebrate the New Year with live music, food, and dancing at the biggest party of the year.