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in Lafayette
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five Acadiana first responder organizations will compete for grants of up to $10,000 each from SLEMCO’s customer-funded Operation Round-Up program this Spring. Eligible agencies may apply by April 1 and SLEMCO customers will vote from May 1 to 22 with winners announced on May 26. KATC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A barn fire near Sadou in Lafayette Parish claimed 43 animals on Monday, March 2 at 10 p.m. — firefighters protected two nearby homes after combustibles placed too close to a heat source ignited the blaze. News 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Willow Charter Academy’s Dean of Middle School, Andrea Robert, received the Dean of Excellence Award from National Heritage Academies last week for improving student outcomes and supporting staff. Principal Jessica Dominique said her focus on math and student data helped boost state test scores (a notable achievement for the school). The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 2 LSU comes to Tigue Moore Field today at 6 p.m. for a midweek cross-state showdown, and Ragin’ Cajuns will face LSU in a non-conference game broadcast on ESPN+. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government’s PARC Department has accepted registrations for the 2026 Youth Track & Field season for athletes aged 5 to 14. Meets at Northside High School are on Saturdays from April 18 to May 16 — on-site registration runs from 7:00 to 7:45 a.m. before the 8:00 a.m. start. City of Lafayette
- ➤ The UL men’s and women’s basketball teams won their play-in games against Georgia State in the Sun Belt Conference Tournament, with Jaxon Olvera and Mikaylah Manley scoring key points + fueling wins of 84-75 and 71-66. News 15
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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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Louisiana Energy Education Workshop for Teachers
8 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — Free entry — A workshop for 6th-12th grade science teachers focused on energy education with meals provided.
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2026 Louisiana Environmental Conference and Trade Fair
8 AM – 12 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Registration required — Explore vital environmental regulations and network with industry professionals.
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Candlelight: Tribute to Adele
8:30-9:45 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Get your tickets now to relive the music of Adele in a magical candlelight setting.
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Easter Fest
4-7 p.m. — Moncus Park — Free entry — Celebrate Easter with family-friendly activities and community fun at Moncus Park.
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Bark in the Park 2026
11 AM – 3 PM — Girard Park — Donations welcome — Celebrate pets and community with food, vendors, and adoptions for a great cause.
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Swan Lake
7-10 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience love and magic in this timeless ballet performance.
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