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Come along with the reporters at the Acadiana Advocate for some tacos at Taco Sisters in Lafayette. #wakeupacadiana.

Get ready for the Cajun Heartland State Fair at the Cajundome in Lafayette, featuring rides, games, and live music from May 22 to 31. Fun awaits for the whole family.

Kaplan, La. (WAFB) - More than 1.5 million veterans need mental health services each year, but many struggle to open up about their experiences. A local group is giving them space to find healing and reminding them they’re not fighting alone. Different wars and different decades sit at the...

One person was injured and another is behind bars after a weekend shooting, according to the Opelousas Police Department. Police have not released any information about the suspected shooter or the victim. Authorities reported the shooting happened in the area of East Street and Madison Street on Saturday, May 2. (CREDIT: Rachel Reed)

ROCKY BRANCH, La. (KTVE/KARD) – The Rocky Branch/Crossroads Fire District is actively seeking volunteers from the Rocky Branch community to assist with the efforts of the volunteer fire department. Department officials say they are looking for dependable individuals willing to help when the community needs support. While some volunteers may assist with fire response, there […]

BREAUX BRIDGE, La. (KLFY) — Organizers of the Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival have canceled today’s activities due to inclement weather. The festival is scheduled to resume Saturday and Sunday, 10:30 a.m.-midnight Saturday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.

The old Trappey facility site was targeted for redevelopment, and one of the architects involved tells us negotiations are underway.

Carencro held its 2026 State of the City Address on Thursday evening at the Carencro Community Center. Mayor Charlotte Clavier highlighted significant growth and infrastructure projects as the city's population approaches 15,000. "Carencro is, it's a fact, we are the fastest growing city in the state of Louisiana for the last two years. But with that growth comes a lot of challenges, and that's...

Youngsville, LA (May 1, 2026) – Officers with the Youngsville Police Department responded to a report of a residential burglary and vehicle theft in the 200 block of Chemin Agreeable Road. Upon arrival, officers learned that a horse barn on the property had been forcibly entered. The victim reported...

On April 29, 2026, officers with the Youngsville Police Department responded to a report of a residential burglary and vehicle theft at 200 block of Chemin Agreeable Road.