Homeless Veteran Stand Down event held in Opelousas
Veterans in need received a helping hand during the third annual Homeless Veteran Stand Down event in Opelousas. The event, hosted by Veterans Point Louisiana, took place at the Yambilee Building in downtown Opelousas on Friday, August 8. Along with serving lunch, clothing, and personal care items were distributed to...
Louisiana’s Best All-You-Can-Eat Buffets
All-you-can-eat buffets can sometimes be a little hit or miss in Lafayette and Acadiana. What are the best ones that all always a hit and never a miss? Let's take a look...
State adds Calcasieu to SNAP produce bonus pilot project
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services has announced the expansion of the SNAP produce bonus pilot project to include Walmart stores in Calcasieu, Jackson, Lafayette, Rapides and Terrebonne parishes. The five parishes join Ascension, LaSalle, Sabine, Tangipahoa, Webster and West Carroll parishes...
Iberia Sheriff’s Office Search and Recovery Dive team spearheaded by deputies
The Iberia Parish Sheriff's Office has created a dive team to assist in search and recovery efforts, providing faster evidence recovery and closure to families of victims.
Louisiana Parents Get Information about Classroom Happenings
Some Louisiana classrooms will be having a new addition this year that is being mandated.
2 teens arrested after Rayne shooting that injured woman
Two teens have been arrested after a shooting that injured a woman in Rayne. Landon Thompson, 17, is charged with attempted first-degree murder. His bond is set at $500,000. A 16-year-old was booked into the Lafayette Juvenile Detention Center and is being held without bond. Police Chief Carroll Stelly said...
A taste of Texas? Brisket, breakfast tacos and more offered at this Lafayette BBQ...
Brisket has a mystique all its own. From its bark to the tender, melt-in-your-mouth meat, a great slice of brisket is more than just a meal — it's a moment of connection to the traditions, flavors and craft of barbecue. For chef Shane Wiggins of Deuce's Taste of the...
New traffic signal installed on Congress near Lafayette High
LCG has installed a new traffic signal at the intersection of Congress Street and Marie Antoinette Street to improve safety and traffic flow for students, parents, and commuters.
Lafayette man arrested for rape and molestation of minor
Shemar Walker, 26, of Lafayette, LA, has been arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree rape and three counts of felony carnal knowledge of a juvenile, with the incidents occurring in Acadia Parish, LA.
Pair of Acadiana teens recognized for seatbelt use during severe crashes
The Acadiana Regional Transportation Safety Coalition highlighted the critical role of seatbelts in saving lives. They honored two local teenagers for their wise decision to buckle up. Ella Dubois, an 8th grader, and Sophie Hebert, a high school senior, were recognized at a ceremony held at the Rosa Parks...