Today
in Lafayette
Wednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Don Dupuis, a Lafayette technology pioneer, founded Acadiana Computer Systems in 1969 to help local businesses move from manual records to digital systems. His company grew to serve doctors, lawyers, oilfield firms and more, once processing over 1 million W-2s in a single year. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ LCG has issued new Mardi Gras rules that will close streets and set up barricades from Feb. 5 through Feb. 17 to ensure safety during parades. Residents and visitors should follow parking and transit changes on parade days. KATC
- ➤ On Jan. 20, Al Hebert visited the French Table at Vermilionville to learn more about preserving the Cajun French language & culture. The feature produced by Bayou Vermilion District highlights ongoing efforts to keep our heritage alive. News 15
- ➤ Hank Williams Jr. will perform live at CAJUNDOME with Western swing band Asleep at the Wheel on Friday, April 17. Tickets start selling publicly on Friday, Jan. 23 at 10 a.m. at the CAJUNDOME Box Office. KATC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ St. Cecilia Catholic School in Broussard was honored as Pro-Life School of the Year on Tuesday, Jan. 20 for its free school-wide programs and donation drives that support local pregnancy resource centers (including the Desormeaux Foundation and Acadiana Pregnancy Center), showing a strong commitment to education and service. BY Local News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents recall last year's blizzard that dropped nearly nine inches of snow as officials brace for a potential winter blast with icy conditions expected this weekend. Mayor Ray Bourque (Broussard) said emergency crews are ready to address water system leaks if needed. News 15
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government is hosting Brand Lafayette: A Community Working Session today from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at LITE (437 Cajundome Blvd.), where local leaders will meet to discuss how to showcase Lafayette’s identity through investment, communication, and place. KATC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The State Fire Marshal’s Office and the National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM) urge residents to lower house fire risks during Community Risk Reduction Week from Jan. 19 to Jan. 25. Officials shared steps for safe cooking, heating and testing alarms to prevent tragedies. KATC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Judge Trahan ruled on Tuesday that developer Cliff Guidry can demolish the old Handy Stop Market on Jefferson Street and build 21 condos with street-level parking (despite Downtown Development Authority zoning challenges). Guidry now has the green light to begin the redevelopment. The Current
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana's baseball and softball teams are preparing for the 2026 season with key roster moves and new coaching staff aimed at a strong comeback. The preview spotlights player changes at M.L. Tigue Moore Field + UL softball as both programs plan to bounce back after last season. The Daily Advertiser
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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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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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Chris Thomas King Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the soulful sounds of Chris Thomas King, a significant figure in folk blues history.
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