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in Lafayette
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Le Vieux Mardi Gras de Cajuns, Inc. hosted its traditional Courir de Mardi Gras on Tuesday, Feb. 17 in Eunice, where costumed revelers carried a chicken in a cage and rode on horseback. The event showcased a cherished local Mardi Gras tradition. The Advocate
- ➤ Al Hebert visited Vermilionville on Feb. 17 to meet food historian Jay Steiner and make croquesignole, a traditional Mardi Gras pastry with roots that stretch back hundreds of years. News 15
- ➤ News 15 recorded Mardi Gras celebrations in Lafayette yesterday, capturing the lively sights and sounds as revelers enjoyed the parade route. News 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ École Saint-Landry is hosting an open house at the renovated Sunset High campus today — the historic venue now offers French immersion classes for local students. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ LHSAA recognized 115 girls on Feb. 17 for maintaining a perfect 4.0 GPA (over six semesters) on the 2025-26 All-Academic Composite Soccer Team. Seniors earning between a 3.5 and 3.99 GPA will be honored on the Class All-Academic Team after state championships. The Daily Advertiser
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Krewe de Peds brought Mardi Gras festivities to children receiving treatment at Our Lady of Lourdes Women's and Children's Hospital. Hospital staff organized a lively parade through the hallways with makeshift floats, therapy dogs and toys. News 15
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Following a 57-54 win at South Alabama and a tighter loss to Troy, coach Garry Brodhead said the UL women’s basketball team looks to finish strong with improved conditioning. They will test this progress today at 6 p.m. against Southern Mississippi (at the Cajundome). The Advocate
- ➤ The Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns baseball team lost two of three games in their opening series against Missouri State over the weekend but head coach Matt Deggs said the team remains upbeat and focused on earning success on the field. News 15
- ➤ Tuesday boys basketball games delivered close scores as Teurlings Catholic beat Northside (64–54) and Westgate edged North Vermilion (71–51); matchups also involved Acadiana and Sam Houston. Wednesday contests include Lafayette at New Iberia and Notre Dame at Lafayette Christian, promising an exciting night for local fans. The Advocate
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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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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.
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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.
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NoCap Live in Concert
9 p.m. — The District Event Center — No refunds — Experience an electrifying night with NoCap live in Lafayette.
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Shadows Arts & Crafts Festival
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Shadows-on-the-Teche — $5 admission for adults — Browse original hand-crafted items and enjoy local food and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
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Toughest Monster Truck Tour
3–5 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience the thrills of monster trucks and Freestyle Motocross in an action-packed event.
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Rocky Dale Davis Live
7:30-11:59 PM — Club 337 — $25 General Admission, $35 VIP — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Rocky Dale Davis at Lafayette's own Club 337.
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Jill Butler and her Joyride Band Performing Hits
7:30 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Enjoy an evening of soulful music inspired by Roberta Flack and Quincy Jones with Jill Butler and her Joyride Band.
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