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Inside of the newly Expanded Dick’s in Lafayette
Dick’s Sporting Goods, located at 110 Old Camp Road in Lafayette, Louisiana, is coming in hot with its big Dick’s energy. Back in the early Summer of this year, we shared that Field & Stream was being converted into an expansion of Dick’s. In that post, we made a bunch of Dick jokes and this post probably isn’t going to be much better. Not sorry. It’s just too good not to poke fun at, okay!?
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— The Tea Podcast is proudly sponsored by Chase Group Construction, The Music Academy of Acadiana, and Electronic Protection Systems. Chase Group takes the lead and becomes your ONE point of contact for the entire design-build process. They have a diverse portfolio of projects that range from medical to popular restaurants to multi-unit shopping center developments.
New 3,000-Square-Foot Covered Farmers Market Pavilion Coming Soon To Moncus Park
The Lafayette Artisans and Farmers Market, which has been at Moncus Park for ten years, supports more than 140 vendors and small businesses. Over the course of those 10 years and the development of Moncus Park, it became clear that a permanent physical structure that could serve as a dedicated space for vendors was needed, especially during inclement weather days.
Wingstop In Carencro To Open Wednesday, Counter-Service Only
The new Wingstop located inside of the Center Square shopping center at 3500 NE Evangeline Thruway in Carencro, Louisiana is officially opening this Wednesday, November 8th. It was only a few short months ago when the news came out that Carencro would be getting its own Wingstop and now the time has come! No more having to drive all the way to the center of Lafayette to pick up wings only to get home to freshly steamed wings & fries.
New 2nd & Charles Store Coming Soon to Lafayette, Louisiana
A new 2nd & Charles location is coming soon at 4405 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, Unit 5, formerly Sears Home & Life space. This new location will be the 5th store in Louisiana with other locations in Bossier City, Covington, Houma, and Baton Rouge. Founded in 2010 in Birmingham, Alabama, 2nd...
Live with Katie Kennedy, Erin Judice, and Michelle Robertson of Embark Fine Jewelry in Lafayette
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Scooter’s Coffee Is Officially Now Open On W Congress Street
Scooter’s Coffee, a new locally owned & operated drive-thru only coffee franchise is officially now open today at 2492 W Congress Street in front of Bayou Shadows Apartment Complex. We initially posted about this spot back in June. Since then, construction went up quick!. The concept for Scooter’s Coffee...
First National Bank To Expand Into Scott, LA with New Branch in the West Village Development
Jeanerette-based First National Bank (FNB) is expanding into the Scott, Louisiana market with its 9th location coming soon to the West Village development off Apollo Road. FNB first entered into the Lafayette Parish market with the opening of its location at 1801 Camellia Blvd. See initial post: https://developinglafayette.com/wp/construction-for-the-new-first-national-bank-of-jeanerette-is-underway/. The 3200...
Inside The Best Stop Cajun Market of Carencro, Now Open
The new 4,000-square-foot Best Stop Cajun Market of Carencro, located at 3470 NE Evangeline Thruway in Carencro, is opening officially tomorrow, Thursday, October 26th. We stopped by to get some inside shots this week in anticipation of the opening. Also, below are some tidbits about the new Best Stop as mentioned in our initial post from November 2021.
Former La Hacienda Fronting Walmart To Become Rocket 87…?
Lots of people have been asking about the work being done at the former La Hacienda/Former Backyard Burger, located at 3136 Ambassador Caffery. Here’s the deal. We did our research but hit a wall. According to local permits and Secretary of State for Louisiana filings, the building belongs to a business called “Rocket 87”.
Radcliff Studio, A New Adult Dance and Metaphysical Shop on Pinhook Road
A new adult-style dance studio & metaphysical shop called Radcliff Studio, located at 510 W Pinhook Road in Lafayette, Louisiana, is officially open for business. Radcliff Studio combines unique dance & fitness classes including Zumba, belly dance, chair & tease dance, hip-hop, and a variety of other unique dance styles with a metaphysical shop featuring a variety of unique stones, crystals, gems, and jewelry pieces for every taste or energy.
Super 1 Foods Starts Construction Inside Former Shoppers Value On Ambassador & Dulles
Back in April of this year, we shared that Super 1 Foods would be coming soon to the former Shopper’s Value/Winn Dixie at the corner of 2240 Ambassador & Dulles Drive. Well, for all of you asking, the project is happening!. Earlier this week, while my son enjoyed his...
Aleisha Johnson Cook, Principal Consultant at AJC Business Solutions and Leadership Lafayette C’mate
Live with Aleisha Johnson Cook, Principal Consultant at AJC Business Solutions and Fellow Leadership Lafayette Classmate. Aleisha Johnson Cook, MBA, HCA, PMP, a Lafayette, LA native, has a strong background in Supply Chain and Operations, with an MBA from the University of Tennessee. She returned to Lafayette in 2020, earned a Healthcare Administration Certification, and founded AJC Business Solutions. Aleisha is deeply involved in personal and professional development, diversity and inclusion, mentoring, and community service, contributing to various organizations in her community, such as the Junior League of Lafayette and several boards.
Nicole R. Johnson, Owner at CPR 2 Geaux, Local Farming Entrepreneur, and Leadership Lafayette CM
Live with Nicole R. Johnson, Owner at CPR 2 Geaux, Local Farming Entrepreneur, and Fellow Leadership Lafayette Classmate. Nicole Ryane Johnson, a UL Lafayette graduate and homeschooling mom, is a local entrepreneur with a stake in businesses like CPR 2 Geaux and L4S Farms Fightingville Fresh Market and The Fresh Growers’ Collective. She’s passionate about entrepreneurship, farming, and self-sustainability, connecting with like-minded individuals to uplift her community. Nicole’s focus on local food systems, promoting food as medicine and supporting local businesses, is a driving force in her life. She exemplifies the idea that women can do it all and is redefining the American Dream.
Celebrity Theatres In Broussard Closes Permanently, Billeaud Companies Initiates RFP For Redevelopment
The well-known Celebrity Theatre at 4620 US Highway 90 E in Broussard, LA has officially closed for good. But, as you know, we do not share closures without a positive position to back them! Because businesses closing isn’t to be celebrated. Ya dig?!. So here’s the deal. Billeaud Companies,...
New Dollar Tree Coming Soon To Former Walgreens/Rite Aid Pharmacy Space on Johnston
A new Dollar Tree is coming soon to the former Walgreens/Rite Aid building at 4710 Johnston Street. The 15,000 square foot building, which had sat empty for some time, is finally seeing new life as construction crews have begun the process of cleaning and renovating the space to make way for the new Dollar Tree store.
Hello Cupcake, a New Cupcake Shop is Opening This Week
A new cupcake shop, called Hello Cupcake, is opening soon in the small center next to Raising Cane’s at 104 E. Kaliste Saloom Road #103. Owned and operated by passionate baker Jill Coates, Hello Cupcake is the culmination of years of dedication and a deep-rooted love for baking. Jill...
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