Good morning, Lafayette.

Blackham Coliseum hosted its 47th annual 4-H and FFA Lafayette Parish Livestock Show and Sale on Friday, where 4-H students presented animals such as cattle, poultry and pigs.

Officials opened warming shelters to help residents stay safe from the cold; Lafayette’s shelter began Saturday at Dupuis Recreational Center on E.

Pont Des Mouton Road, and Iberia’s shelter will open today at the Robert B. Green Veteran’s Memorial Building + other parishes offer similar support.

Red River Bank will build a $2.25M branch office at the corner of Camellia Boulevard and Bluebird Drive after permits were approved from Jan.

14 to Jan. 20, and Triad Construction Services will manage the project.

Keyon Martin, the former Ragin’ Cajuns and current Ravens cornerback, visited Alice Boucher Elementary School to read to students and share lessons on determination and education.

He encouraged them to follow their passions and see school as the foundation for success.

UL Lafayette will hold classes online Monday due to an approaching winter storm + a decision about Tuesday's instruction will be shared by 6 p.m. on Monday while on-campus dining remains open and the drop/add period is extended through Wednesday.

Northwest High School's boys basketball team secured a 72-68 win in double overtime against David Thibodaux on Jan.

23. The Raiders relied on strong rebounding + key free throw plays from Courtlan Young as they pushed their state championship run.

Ragin’ Cajuns baseball launched its season with a leadoff banquet that built team bonds; the team will open on Friday, Feb.

13 at Russo Park against Missouri State (first pitch at 2 p.m.) and aims for a strong start.

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.

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.

Ragin' Cajuns All Girl Cheer Clinic

3:00–6:00 p.m. — EK Long Annex — Registration required — Elevate your cheer skills with hands-on training and recruitment opportunities led by experienced coaches.