Today
in Lafayette
Sunday, February 9th, 2025
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of February.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A person with a gunshot wound was pronounced dead after being brought to a hospital in Lafayette, with police investigating the incident. News 15
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sid Williams, a cornerstone of Louisiana's zydeco music scene for over 40 years, passed away at 73, with his funeral scheduled in Lafayette. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Softball team lost 8-0 to No. 1 Texas after a critical two-run homer shifted the game's momentum. News 15
- ➤ The Philadelphia Eagles honored Tiger Bech, a victim of the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, by gifting Super Bowl tickets to his best friend, Ryan Quigley. News 15
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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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Alyse Young: Live Performance
Alyse Young, a talented singer-songwriter from Lafayette, Louisiana, will perform live at La Pizzeria Lafayette.
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Dance Graphics Company Showcase
The Dance Graphics Company Showcase features a range of performances including solos, duos, trios, and group dances, highlighting the talent and dedication of the dancers in the Company program.
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Artist Round Up: Collaborative ArtSpark Workshopping Event
This event offers artists an opportunity to collaboratively refine their project proposals for ArtSpark funding with expert feedback and community support.
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Carmen Lynch Stand-Up Comedy Performance
Carmen Lynch, a featured comedian from The Tonight Show and Late Show with Stephen Colbert, will perform live at Club 337 in Lafayette.
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King Cake Making Class
Participants will learn how to make a traditional King Cake from scratch, including hands-on guidance and the option to fill their cakes with various flavors.
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Courir de Mardi Gras Festival
The Courir de Mardi Gras is a family-friendly traditional run held in Vermilionville, offering an interactive experience on Mardi Gras Day.
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Crowdfunding Workshop for Independent Filmmakers
Filmmaker Brooke H. Cellars leads a beginner-friendly workshop on effective crowdfunding strategies for indie films, covering popular platforms and creative funding methods.
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Downtown Alive! Featuring Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas
Downtown Alive! is a long-standing free concert series in Acadiana, held in Parc Sans Souci, showcasing vibrant musical performances.
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The Good Dudes Live Concert
Experience an evening of Blues, Rock-N-Roll, and Soulfunk music performed by The Good Dudes, a local ensemble from Lafayette, LA.
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