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Pamplona Tapas Bar’s owners will debut Gravy in the vacated Pat’s Downtown space by March 1.

The new lunch spot aims to honor Pat’s legacy and may add a cocktail lounge later if business is strong.

Iberia Parish-based Tabasco maker McIlhenny Co. named Adam Graves as its new CEO last week.

Graves (a Nestle USA veteran) will lead the company as it plans to grow its global offerings.

This April, Festival International de Louisiane turns 40 and will host a five-day event featuring international music, art, and food vendors in downtown Lafayette.

The free festival includes children’s activities (held at Cathedral Carmel School) and a parade of French stiltwalkers from April 22-26.

The tribute record 'A Tribute to the King of Zydeco' recorded in Acadiana and featuring local acts plus the Rolling Stones won the Grammy for Best Regional Roots record on January 30 at 9:30 a.m. Proceeds benefited the Clifton Chenier Memorial Scholarship Fund at UL during his centennial celebrations.

Lafayette Parish School System will host two events on Thursday, Feb.

5 to boost literacy and healthy eating. First graders will receive books during author visits at Milton, Green T. Lindon, and Ernest Gallet Elementary Schools, while Martial Billeaud Elementary will serve the winning cook-off meal from 10:50–11:50 a.m.

New cameras have been installed in 124 special education classrooms in Lafayette Parish as part of a law to protect students & teachers during class time, and although they are not actively monitored, parents can ask for footage if unusual incidents occur.

Mireille Mouton, a longtime English teacher at Carencro Middle, was named a finalist for the Education All-Stars award by Love Our Schools.

She and fellow finalists (including her son) will be honored during the UL Lafayette men’s basketball game on Feb. 7.

Britney Bonnet-Taylor (Acadian Middle teacher) was named a finalist for the Education All-Stars awards and will be honored during UL Lafayette’s men’s basketball game on Feb.

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Lafayette Consolidated Government will begin placing barricades along the downtown parade route on Thursday, Feb.

5 at 8:00 a.m. Motorists are asked to use alternate routes as Public Works and police secure safety during multiple Mardi Gras parades (with cleanup after each event).

Costco is recalling mini beignets that may contain undeclared tree nuts, sold from Jan.

16 to Jan. 30 in several states including Louisiana. Shoppers with nut allergies should check their purchases before use — the recall aims to prevent severe reactions.

Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center is set to spend $100M to add about 20 inpatient beds, expand its emergency department, and build a new electrophysiology lab + upgrade Womens and Childrens facilities with private NICU suites and a new chapel to improve patient care.

Freshman Kennedy and redshirt sophomore Gabbie Stutes are playing outfield for the Cajuns this season in Louisiana softball, reuniting as sisters who once won a state championship.

Their grandmother and extended *family* cheer them on in every game.

Louisiana softball is looking to rebound in its second season under head coach Alyson Habetz as the team prepares to open the season Friday, Feb.

6 at Lamson Park with a 3:30 p.m. matchup against Tulsa & a 6 p.m. game against Jacksonville State.

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.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons

6:00-6:59 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Tickets required — Experience a magical evening of live music featuring the hits of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons.

NoCap Live in Concert

9 p.m. — The District Event Center — No refunds — Experience an electrifying night with NoCap live in Lafayette.