Today
in Lafayette
Tuesday, May 19th, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Brookshire Grocery Co. has launched its annual Compassion in Action Food Drive to support local food banks — customers can donate at checkout at participating stores until Tuesday, June 23. KATC
- ➤ Lafayette Parish residents will take part in a free Disaster Readiness Workshop scheduled for Wednesday, May 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 111 Shirley Picard Drive. Experts will explain storm preparedness—reviewing insurance, flood zones, and legal documents before hurricane season. KATC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ State and federal officials visited southwest Louisiana on Friday to mark the final investment decision for the $13 billion Commonwealth LNG project in Cameron Parish. The project will offer 2,000 construction jobs + 300 permanent positions, though some local groups have raised concerns about coastal fisheries. The Current
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lafayette Parish teachers received a one-time bonus check of $648.87 from local sales tax funds (despite voters rejecting Amendment No. 3) and support staff and bus drivers will see salary increases starting July 1. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The University of Louisiana at Lafayette named Dr. Beth Stauffer as one of five recipients of the Eminent Faculty Award for her teaching, research, and service. She earned the honor for her significant impact on campus life. News 15
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Louisiana's red snapper season began May 1 with opening weekend fishing yielding 8,307 lbs (0.9% of the quota) under rules limiting catches to four fish per person and requiring a 16-inch minimum size. The season continues until the quota is met and is tracked by the LA Creel program. The Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lafayette Parish Public Library System has $8.8 million in annual funding at risk after voters rejected a tax renewal on May 16, leaving library services at nine locations & a bookmobile vulnerable while current funds cover operations for the next year and a half. KATC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Between May 4 and May 11, health inspectors flagged three Lafayette Parish restaurants for violations — the report details the locations and specific issues found. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The CDC says mosquitoes, common in Louisiana, are the world's deadliest animals as they spread diseases like West Nile and dengue. Residents are urged to use EPA-approved repellents + remove standing water to lower their risk. The Daily Advertiser
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Starting July 1, 2026, LHSAA will partner with Sugar Bowl to sponsor state championship events for high school sports, offering new branding, trophies, and digital features. The partnership was announced on May 18 to enhance the championship experience for young athletes statewide. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns baseball team will begin tournament play in Alabama after beating Coastal Carolina this past weekend but did not earn a first-round bye. Meanwhile, minor flooding is affecting the Vermilion River near Lafayette until early Saturday as water levels fall below flood stage. News 15
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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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