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in Lafayette
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Former Lafayette resident Dylan Walsh said his TV series Heated Rivalry surprised viewers by gaining international praise before its debut, with its young leads drawing quick attention from talk shows and awards as their strong chemistry drove the show’s success. The Advocate
- ➤ Venezuelan-American Daniel Lugo, who moved here in 2009, says discussions on Venezuelan history have grown urgent since Maduro’s capture as he runs his parents' restaurant (Patacón) in Youngsville. He urges locals to support his business and celebrate their shared heritage. KATC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette educators and support staff were surprised with Education All-Star recognitions on Thursday and Friday; 15 finalists were selected from over 1,200 nominations across local public schools. The finalists will be honored during halftime at the ULL men’s basketball game on Feb. 7 (tickets available online). The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The 73rd Winter Fair Rodeo is taking place at Blackham Coliseum with top riders like Cash Wilson and Houston Brown vying for a spot in the National Finals Rodeo; the event runs Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2:30 p.m. and brings family-friendly activities to the area. KATC
- ➤ LSU football signed transfer receiver Tyree Holloway from West Florida on Saturday. He visited Baton Rouge on Jan. 8 and will compete for a roster spot before the NCAA transfer portal window closes on Jan. 16. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Five Iron Golf offers an indoor golf simulator experience for practice and fun, with lessons, club fittings and access to more than 200 course simulations available now. Enjoy weekday happy hour specials + indoor leagues starting Feb. 9 to keep your swing sharp this winter in Lafayette. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ LSU women's basketball tickets are available now for today's game against Texas at the Pete Maravich Assembly Center, with prices ranging from $44 for upper seats to $583 for lower seating (game starts 2 p.m. on ESPN). The Daily Advertiser
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Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Women's Basketball
5:59-9:59 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Check the scoreboard as the home team faces the Chanticleers in a thrilling women's basketball matchup.
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Candlelight Tribute to Queen and The Beatles
6-7 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Tickets required — Experience enchanting candlelight performances of legendary hits by Queen and The Beatles.
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Hadestown Show
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket information available — Experience the acclaimed musical where a song can change your fate.
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The Rest & Renewal Experience
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Enterprise Business Center of Louisiana — Ages 18+ — A curated experience centered on vision and connection to release the weight of 2025 and move into 2026 with renewed direction.
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Mardi Gras Mambo II
1-3 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $30 per person — Enjoy a family-friendly art session in a lively atmosphere.
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Courir de Mardi Gras
10 AM – 4 PM — Lafayette Parish Bayou Vermilion District — Free entry — Experience a vibrant family-friendly Mardi Gras run with traditional music and gumbo gathering.
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