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in Lafayette
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Blue Cross Blue Shield, Healthy Blue and Entergy packed red beans and rice meals at the MLK Recreation Center on Tuesday as part of the Louisiana Million Meals for MLK campaign. The effort aims to create one million meals to help local families facing food insecurity. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Acadiana Renaissance Faire is underway in Ville Platte from Jan. 10 through Feb. 8 — featuring cannons, music, axe throwing, turkey legs and more from Bayou Vermilion District. News 15
- ➤ Southside High student Anzlie Ingram was chosen to perform clarinet at Carnegie Hall after eight years of hard work (a milestone for her growth). Her selection spotlights local talent and dedication to music on a world-renowned stage. The Daily Advertiser
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Louisiana at Lafayette welcomed students back for spring as a committee met to outline the criteria, process & timeline for selecting the next university president. The effort aims to incorporate public input in the upcoming search. News 15
- ➤ On Jan. 14, the Lafayette Parish School System proudly told state lawmakers it was recognized as Louisiana's top large school system at a breakfast meeting. Superintendent Francis Touchet credited academic growth and high performance scores and urged continued legislative support. News 15
- ➤ Interim UL Lafayette President Ramesh Kolluru gained strong endorsements at the search committee's first meeting on Jan. 13, and the panel will review presidential finalists on Feb. 27. The Current
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Taylor Street, between E. Congress and E. Vermillion, is closed to vehicles today until Wednesday, Jan. 21 as construction crews perform utility work for the Hotel Lafayette project (detour routes include E. Vermillion, Polk, E. Congress, Garfield and Lee). City of Lafayette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Walker Howard, a Lafayette native and Ragin’ Cajuns quarterback, announced on Jan. 13 he will transfer after one season shortened by injuries — leaving the team with 10 transfer departures as the portal closes Jan. 16. 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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Roux Fest Gumbo Cookoff
5-8 p.m. — Blackham Coliseum — Proceeds support local nonprofits — Experience a vibrant gumbo showdown blending tradition and innovation with live music.
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The Hub Lafayette Runwell 5K Walk/Run
8 AM – 12 PM — Geaux Run by Fleet Feet — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a family-friendly 5K and Kids Fun Run in Lafayette.
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