Good morning, Lafayette.

UL Lafayette awarded 1,775 degrees during Spring 2026 Commencement on Friday, May 15 at the Cajundome, setting records for graduate degrees and certificates.

The university recognized outstanding graduates (Abbey Poirier and Madeline Moore) and honored several 4.0 GPA students.

A $4.2M building permit was issued to Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center (1214 Coolidge St.) during the week of May 6 to 12 to support a buildout for operations.

UL baseball head coach Matt Deggs and players Ty Roman and Owen Galt discussed their team's 2-1 series win against No. 20 Coastal Carolina, sharing insights on game strategy and performance after the win.

Louisiana baseball was shut out 6-0 by No. 20 Coastal Carolina on Saturday, May 16 at M.L.

Tigue Moore Field, tying the series and forcing a rubber match that local fans caught on ESPN. The Ragin’ Cajuns now face a decisive game to reverse their fortunes.

Cajun Heartland State Fair 2026

6-9 p.m. — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience the vibrant atmosphere and entertainment of the Cajun Heartland State Fair in Lafayette.

Candlelight: 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:00-7:15 p.m. — Petroleum Club of Lafayette — Get your tickets now for a unique take on 90s hip-hop music performed with strings in a magical atmosphere.

Emo Philips Live Show

7-9 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Lafayette — VIP: $30, GA: $25 — Enjoy a night of laughs with renowned comedian Emo Philips at Club 337.

One Last Breath: A Tribute to Creed

9:00 PM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $17 cover charge — Experience a night of Creed's greatest hits with opening act Ashes After.

Créole Culture Day Celebration

10 AM - 4 PM — Bayou Vermilion District Camellia Canoe/Kayak Launch — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Créole cultures with a day of festivities at Vermilionville.

CFMA Cajun Jam

1-3 p.m. — Vermilionville Historic Village — Free entry — Enjoy toe-tapping tunes led by local musicians in a vibrant Cajun jam session.