The intersection of Ambassador Caffery Parkway and Johnston Street is one of the busiest intersections in Lafayette. It's there, where one of a handful of messages flashing on an electronic billboard is screaming for attention from the thousands of motorists that pass by everyday. The message doesn't feature and advertisement,... more »
Two areas of Lafayette are both seeing growth and development, but the funding isn't an equal match. At the shopping center in upper Lafayette, crews are making way on a new Academy sports store.
At the same time across town, construction of the Parc Lafayette hotel development is also... more »
The first annual Patty in the Parc kicked off at 5:00 p.m. Thursday night to celebrate Saint Patrick's Day in downtown Lafayette.
Organizers said they expect at least 2,000 people to come out to Parc International for the Irish holiday. There was a lot green, from shirts to hats... more »
A family friendly event in downtown Lafayette Saturday evening.
Folks had a good time at "Hope-Fest" over at Parc International. There was food, music from local bands, and games. The event was sponsored by the junior class of St. Thomas More Catholic High School, and all money raised going... more »
Lafayette, La. -- Downtown Lafayette's Movies in the Parc presented by Cox and Acadiana Mom's features family friendly movies under the stars in Parc International. On November 27th, the holiday favorite, Elf, is showing and closes out the 2010 Movies in the Parc series. Snuggle up with a blanket and... more »
Grand Opening today of Parc Independence, which is Lafayette's first handicap accessible playground where barriers for play have been removed. It is a safe and adaptable playground where children of all abilities can gather and enjoy interaction and fun. It's been more than 4 years in the making. It's funded... more »
United Blood Services in Lafayette hosts a special Black Friday Blood Drive on Friday. Donors will be entered to win several prizes. If you'd like to donate blood, call 235-LIFE(5433) for more information. Acadiana will be walking in remembrance this Saturday. The 3rd Annual World Aids Walk begins at 11am,... more »
Lafayette, La.- Downtown Alive! (DTA!) has rescheduled Nik-L Beer, one of Acadiana's favorite party bands, on December 4, 2009 in Parc Sans Souci.
For more than 30 years, Nik-L Beer has been delighting audiences across Louisiana. Drawing on diverse musical experiences, this 8 piece band will belt out Golden... more »
Filé closes the Fall 2009 Downtown Alive! Series with the traditional November 25 performance
Lafayette, La.- A community tradition for 26 years and a popular staple in Acadiana's cultural and social calendar, Downtown Alive! (DTA!) finishes the Fall 2009 season with a DTA! tradition, on Wednesday, November 25, 2009... more »