Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of January.
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🎓 Education
Harley Dupre, a Southside High biology teacher, was named a finalist for the Education All-Stars awards (presented by Love Our Schools) and will be honored during UL Lafayette’s men’s basketball game on Feb.
7. She builds strong bonds with her students that help them exceed expectations.
Teacher Emily Weber at Edgar Martin Middle is a finalist for the Education All-Stars award for creating a classroom where students are encouraged to express themselves and take risks.
She will be honored at UL Lafayette's men's basketball game on Feb. 7 (winners announced at halftime).
Math teacher Mark Mouton from Carencro Middle School (a finalist among three early-career educators) was named for the Education All-Stars award and will be honored during UL Lafayette’s men's basketball game on Feb.
7. He is known for nurturing students through both math and life skills.
🌲 Environment
New data shows Louisiana’s greenhouse gas emissions slightly declined over recent years even as national totals rose, due to improved efficiency in power generation and industry.
Experts warn the figures should be viewed with caution amid ongoing industrial investments — including new petrochemical and LNG projects.
🏈 Sports
De'Von Warren, a 6-foot-8 forward at Turlings Catholic, reached 1,000 career points on December 8 after returning from knee surgery.
He joined three others in school history this senior season.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
SPE International Conference on Formation Damage Control
February 18-20 — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — Check website for cost — A conference focusing on engineering challenges in formation damage control.
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