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in Lafayette
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Lafayette. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local officials opened the Kergan Meditation Garden at Moncus Park over the weekend. The garden features winding pathways, water elements and seasonal native plantings designed with Feng Shui and was funded by donations from Ted, Ann and Jean-Luc Kergan. The Advocate
- ➤ Francois Poupart, the Parisian pastry chef behind Poupart Bakery, died on May 18 at age 91. His Lafayette staple, located at 1902 W. Pinhook Road and serving trusted French breads and pastries since 1967, plans a funeral at 1 p.m. Saturday at Delhomme's Chapel of the Flowers. The Advocate
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ongoing construction along University Avenue in North Lafayette has delayed drivers due to a new median—hindering turns. The corridor project, which began in 2024 to improve pedestrian safety, could finish as early as June or July and leaves local business owners optimistic about its long-term benefits. KATC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 23, the inaugural Cankton Accordion Festival will bring Cajun music, dancing, food, and family activities to Landon Pitre Memorial Park at 11 a.m. Danny Miller and board member Caleb Simon spoke on MidDay with Darla about the family event. News 15
- ➤ Vermilionville will host its 23rd annual Creole Culture Day on Saturday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with free admission, live music, food, crafts, and a heritage award ceremony that celebrates local traditions. News 15
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ LCG offices, transit services, and the Dean Domingues Compost Facility will be closed on Memorial Day while garbage and recycling collections continue as scheduled; transit resumes at 5:45 a.m. Tuesday. The Daily Advertiser
- ➤ Lafayette voters rejected the library millage renewal that funds essential library services with about $9 million annually (making up 65% of its revenue), and officials plan to bring the measure back on Dec. 12 as they prepare for potential cuts if funding falls short. The Current
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Acadian Ambulance honored its top medics in Lafayette on Tuesday, May 19 as more than 1,200 guests attended the ceremony. Paramedic Hailey Reviere of Opelousas and EMT Jinina Wilson of Monroe received the 2026 Medics of the Year awards among 33 honorees. The Daily Advertiser
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Experts advise homeowners to set their thermostat (80 to 85°F) when away rather than turning off the AC completely, as this helps avoid extra energy use when the unit works to cool the home during high summer heat. The Daily Advertiser
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UL's Malan Potgieter earned medalist honors with a third straight bogey-free round at the NCAA Athens Regional (May 18-20) held at the University of Georgia Golf Course in Athens. He became the first Cajun to qualify for the nationals in 30 years. The Advocate
- ➤ The UL Ragin' Cajuns beat Marshall 11-1 in a seven-inning game at Dabos Park in Montgomery Tuesday to advance to their next contest vs. Coastal Carolina at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday; coach Deggs said the team built an early lead with strong hitting. The Advocate
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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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Roddie Romero and the Hub City All-Stars
7-11 p.m. — Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House — Tickets starting at $18.95 — Experience a night of alternative rock with Roddie Romero and his All-Stars.
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