Acadiana Business Today: Aldi making moves to change the grocery landscape

with Adam Daigle | Business editor

Happy Monday, Acadiana. Ready for Aldi to come in and change Lafayette's grocery store landscape? We've got the latest on their new stores, plus news on a new downtown destination. Let's get this week started.

It's official: Aldi closes purchase of second Lafayette site

With its three stores — Aldi usually opens three stores when it enters a market, a source told The Acadiana Advocate — Aldi is poised to make a significant impact on the grocery market in Lafayette. Read the story here.

FACET helps employees navigate new workforce challenges

COVID has caused a major upheaval in the workforce, and has led people to examine their lives, wanting to identify opportunities for meaningful employment. FACET owner Carolyn Greco talks to Jan Swift on the Discover Lafayette podcast about how her company can help. Read the story here. 

Hideaway On Lee owners expand in downtown Lafayette

If you like the Hideaway on Lee, you'll want to check out the new party venue its owners just purchased downtown. Plans are to use the former Schilling Shack in the Freetown neighborhood as a sister venue to have larger shows and parties along with receptions, weddings and other events. Read the story here.

First hospital system in Louisiana creates Medicare Advantage plan

Ochsner's Medicare Advantage plans include prescription drug coverage, fitness, dental, hearing and vision. Ochsner's premiums and copays begin at $0. The Medicare Advantage plan is integrated into the health system, according to the hospital network.  Read the story here.