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in Lafayette
Thursday, December 19th, 2024
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ After the removal of over 100 American flags from utility poles in Lafayette's Brentwood neighborhood sparked residents' protest, a City Council member is considering revising the relevant law. The Advocate
- ➤ Lafayette's Bertrand Drive Revitalization Project aims to enhance pedestrian and cyclist safety through infrastructure improvements, including new sidewalks and pathways, with Mayor-President Monique Blanco Boulet seeking community feedback. News 15
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three suspects indicted for a Lafayette barbershop shooting that resulted in two fatalities, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty for one. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Creole Nutcracker, blending classic Christmas narratives with Louisiana's cultural elements, returns for its sixth year at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. KATC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish School Board's final 2024 meeting on Dec. 19 will cover a range of topics including superintendent evaluation, litigation matters, facilities improvements, finance updates, and new policy approvals. The Daily Advertiser
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette is modifying zoning regulations, including a move to RS-2 zoning, to increase housing affordability and diversity despite challenges from the STR ban and resistance to increased density. The Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A severe case of avian influenza virus has been hospitalized in Louisiana, with the CDC confirming this and an additional 61 cases in the U.S. since April 2024, while maintaining the public risk remains low. The Daily Advertiser
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Alley Downtown, featuring a bar, food trucks, and live music, will soon open in downtown Lafayette at the former location of The Wurst Biergarten. News 15
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A December to Remember: A Christmas Show
A festive evening filled with holiday cheer featuring spectacular performances at Hideaway Hall.
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Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert
Experience the beloved holiday tradition of Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, featuring the musical genius of Grammy Award winner Chip Davis.
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Alyse Young Concert
Alyse Young will perform live at La Pizzeria Lafayette, offering an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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Alyse Young Live Performance
Alyse Young will be performing live at La Pizzeria Lafayette, offering an entertaining evening for fans and attendees.
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Roots of Fire LIVE! Concert
Acclaimed Acadiana artists, featured in the documentary 'Roots of Fire', gather for two special nights to celebrate and envision the future of Cajun and Creole music.
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