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in Lafayette
Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Moncus Park opened its new Kergan Meditation Garden Saturday morning in the park's back 100 acres (featuring five themed sections) to offer visitors a peaceful space for reflection. It is open daily from 5:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. KATC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parish School System named Pamela-Rae Hovey as the new director of construction, maintenance and facilities — a role leveraging her 20 years of educational experience, including her time as principal at Judice Middle School. She will oversee campus operations and facility improvements for the district. News 15
- ➤ UL Lafayette set new records for graduate, master’s and doctoral degrees at its Spring 2026 commencement held at CAJUNDOME on May 15 — 1,775 degrees were awarded, including record numbers of graduate degrees and certificates. The milestone highlights the university’s growing academic impact. The Daily Advertiser
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New census data shows that Lafayette Parish is the state's fastest-growing for a second straight year, led by Youngsville (5.3% growth to nearly 20,000 residents). This trend reflects ongoing regional development and migration patterns. News 15
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Realtor.com shows that in February, Lafayette Parish homes reached a median sale price of $250,000 (an increase of 7.5% from January) while single-family homes rose 9% to $257,500 as condominium prices fell. Overall home sales grew 23.7% compared to last year. The Daily Advertiser
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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