Today
in Lafayette
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters from Carencro and Lafayette Engine 3 rescued a dog from a burning mobile home at 649 Braquet Road Sunday morning and took it to a veterinarian after providing oxygen assistance while the cause of the fire remained under investigation. The Advocate
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ FlyGuys, a Lafayette-based drone service company, uses tech to process thousands of missions each month with a network of 20,000 pilots. The company hosted a Colombian team at a crawfish boil at Moncus Park (mixing zydeco and salsa) to showcase human connection. The Advocate
- ➤ Santa Picanha, a new Brazilian restaurant on Garfield St., serves gaucho barbecue with a multi-tier grill for roasted meats and sides + a casual menu featuring southern Brazil flavors. It opens Tuesday and Wednesday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursday through Sunday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Restaurants in Lafayette are serving boiled crawfish as the season peaks from March to May. A new list helps locals find favorite spots to enjoy this cherished Cajun tradition. Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission
- ➤ The Louisiana Office of State Parks is inviting photographers to capture images for its 2027 promotional calendar, accepting submissions today through May 1. The grand prize winner will earn a $1,000 gift card and 12 additional winners will receive $250 each (for amateur and professional entries). KATC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish School Board approved closing Comeaux High School (after 60 years), making the 2025-26 school year its last and forcing student athletes to join other local schools as they adjust to the change. The Daily Advertiser
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Transit will host a Title VI Meet and Greet on Thursday, April 9 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Rosa Parks Transportation Center for community members to share feedback on bus service and ideas for more accessible routes. City of Lafayette
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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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Cliff Cash Live Stand-Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Club 337 — $25 plus taxes/fees — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Cliff Cash, known for his appearances on Comedy Central and Sirius XM.
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Matthew Broussard Live Comedy Show
7-7:30 p.m. — Club 337 — $20 — Watch comedian Matthew Broussard deliver his unique blend of humor and education on stage.
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Southeastern Louisiana Lions vs. Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Baseball
6-10 p.m. — ML 'Tigue' Moore Field at Russo Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college baseball matchup between two local teams.
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Fit for All Series: Tai Chi
Tai Chi in the Park — Time TBD — Moncus Park — Free entry — Slow down and move with intention through gentle, low-impact Tai Chi exercises.
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Artist Talk with Kathy Reed and Steve Breaux
4:30 – 6:00 PM — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Free entry — Engage with accomplished artists discussing their work and influence in the local arts community.
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Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Louisiana Ragin Cajuns Softball
12 – 4 AM — Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park — Entry price varies — Catch the excitement of college softball as Coastal Carolina takes on the Ragin Cajuns.
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Comedy on the Swamp
9-11 a.m. — Feed & Seed Lafayette — Free admission — Local wheelchair comedian sharing laughs and meaningful messages from Lafayette, Louisiana.
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2026 Annual Session of the Louisiana Dental Hygienists' Association
7 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — City Club at River Ranch — Registration required — Enhance your skills with engaging sessions and networking opportunities for dental professionals.
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