Today
in Lafayette
Monday, January 20th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette's MLK Day celebration event time changed to 4 p.m. due to an expected arctic blast. The Current
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A bicyclist was fatally struck by an SUV in Lafayette, with the driver arrested for felony hit-and-run and vehicular homicide among other charges. News 15
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish and City Council meetings scheduled for January 21, 2025, have been canceled due to forecasted icy weather conditions to ensure the safety of council staff, members, and the public. BY Local News
- ➤ The Lafayette Mayor-President decides to invest in the Heymann Performing Arts Center, opting against conducting another study despite a recent analysis showing renovation costs up to $100 million and rebuilding up to $300 million. The Advocate
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Creole French Table and Jam Session
The event features a Creole French discussion led by Creole Inc. followed by a jam session, welcoming participants of all ages and skill levels.
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2025 ArtSpark Information Seminar
This seminar offers individual creatives the chance to learn about financial support opportunities and the guidelines for the 2025 ArtSpark program.
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ArtSpark: Unpacking Creative Projects
The event features ArtSpark recipients presenting their artistic projects while discussing the ideation, budgeting, team collaboration, and execution processes involved.
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Live Music Performance by Alyse Young
Alyse Young, a singer-songwriter from Lafayette, Louisiana, will be performing live at the City Club at River Ranch, showcasing her musical talents accumulated over nine years of experience.
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The La Maquinaria Norteña and Los Pescadores Concert
This concert features performances by La Maquinaria Norteña and Los Pescadores Del Rio Conchos, providing an entertainment opportunity for an adult audience.
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Bayou Mardi Gras Parade in New Iberia
A family-friendly Mardi Gras parade and celebration takes place along Historic Main Street in New Iberia.
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Jay Da Wizard Live Performance
Jay Da Wizard will perform live at the Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House in Lafayette.
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Comedian Kevin Farley Live at Club 337, DoubleTree Hotel
Kevin Farley, known for his appearances on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' and 'It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia', will perform at Club 337 in Lafayette.
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Louisiana Classics: Day 4 at Lamson Park
Louisiana Classics: Day 4 features a series of competitive events hosted at Lamson Park in Lafayette, Louisiana.
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ArtSpark: From Concept to Completion
ArtSpark recipients will share the detailed process of developing and executing their art projects, covering idea generation, budgeting, and team collaboration.
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