Today
in Lafayette
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ News 15 announced that Darla Montgomery will debut as anchor of News 15 Midday starting March 16 at noon + she will also join evening newscasts as Marcelle Fontenot steps down on March 20 to take a role at UL. BY Local News
- ➤ Moncus Park (913 Johnston Street) will host over 50 free spring events from March through May. Families can look forward to a Zootopia screening on March 13 and the Louisiana Iris Festival on March 29, as well as nature walks and wellness classes (parking fees support upkeep). The Advocate
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Viemed, a Lafayette-based healthcare company, reported $76.2M in net revenue by Dec. 31, 2025 — a $15.5M increase from the previous year and 26% higher than last quarter. The company projects $270.3M for the year and will add new maternal health services in 2026. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Celtic Bayou Festival will run in downtown Lafayette on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, offering live music, dancing, food, and Irish whiskey at Parc Putnam + Chez La Fete House to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, with Louisiana Celtic Connection hosting the event. News 15
- ➤ Downtown Lafayette Unlimited released its Mardi Gras report showing strong family attendance across parades, with visitor counts ranging from 4,500 to 19,000 and 60 to 63 percent from family households (the data supports route planning for accessible viewing areas). KATC
- ➤ Flamenco dancer Fanny Ara will perform with Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. at the Hyman Center, bringing local audiences a chance to experience her lifelong passion for an art form that embraces improvisation. KATC
- ➤ Festival International de Louisiane unveiled its 40th anniversary lineup with five days of music performances from April 22 to 26 in Lafayette. The event features international headliners Stephen Marley & Rhiannon Giddens along with local talents like Sonny Landreth. News 15
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette gas prices increased 56 cents in one week to $3.14 while diesel climbed to $4.33 as renewed Middle East tensions drove crude oil costs higher (according to American Automobile Association data). Local pump prices remain slightly above the Louisiana average. The Advocate
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ LCG and Lafayette Coca-Cola launched the PARC Scholarship Program to award one $750 scholarship each to a graduating female and male student-athlete who have actively participated in PARC athletics. Applicants with transcripts, a personal statement (300 words max) and a recommendation must submit forms by March 30, with winners announced on Monday, April 27. City of Lafayette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Jeff Landry urged lawmakers to support community & technical colleges as the legislative session begins, saying more hands-on training is needed for jobs that do not require four-year degrees. Local leaders expect that increased funding will make technical education more affordable for students. KATC
- ➤ Insurance Commissioner Tim Temple's office (released a bulletin Friday, Mar. 6) now requires insurers to offer a 29% discount on hurricane premiums for standard fortified roofs and a 49% discount for gold roofs, a measure aimed at lowering property insurance costs for south Louisiana homeowners. The Advocate
- ➤ Starting July 1, Louisiana must spend $42.3 million more on SNAP (the food assistance program) as a new federal law cuts funding and tightens work rules, and costs may hit $151 million if the error rate stays above 6%. KATC
- ➤ Lafayette Consolidated Government began work on a 0.45-mile sidewalk improvement along Carmel Drive (from Teurlings Drive to the bridge near LA Hwy 94) in January, with completion expected in September. The $736,500 project will add ADA-compliant sidewalks and enhanced crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety. The Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After their Tuesday win over UTRGV, Louisiana baseball will face McNeese today at 3 p.m. at M.L. Tigue Moore Field in Lafayette as ESPN+ streams the game. The Daily Advertiser
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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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Troy Trojans vs Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Softball
4-10 p.m. — Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Cheer on the Ragin Cajuns in a thrilling softball matchup against the Troy Trojans.
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