Developers, residents push back on Lafayette Parish Water District South $5,500 water meter fee
LAFAYETTE PARISH, La. (NEWS 15) — A $5,500-per-meter fee imposed by Lafayette Parish Water District South is halting residential development in southwest Lafayette Parish, drawing frustration from developers, residents, and members of the parish council. Real estate developer Ross Berthelot told the council he has been
7 Spots In Lafayette, Louisiana Worth Knowing For A Glass Of Wine
Seven Lafayette wine spots earned a place on this list after locals weighed in on what actually matters to them — good atmosphere, fair prices, and a pour that fits the mood.
New Iberia man convicted of firearm possession by a felon
NEW IBERIA, LA. (KLFY) — A New Iberia man has been found guilty of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, according to District Attorney Michael Haik. Jatavist Reedom, 22, of New Iberia was convicted unanimously by a Iberia Parish jury on July 7. While executing a warrant...
Disaster Recovery Center opens in St. Landry Parish after Tropical Storm Arthur
A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in St. Landry Parish to help residents and business owners affected by Tropical Storm Arthur apply for federal assistance and connect with recovery resources. The center, located at the Town of Washington Community Center at 536 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Washington, is open Monday
Lafayette shed fire likely caused by overheating lithium-ion e-bike battery
An overheating lithium-ion battery on an electric bike is suspected of sparking a shed fire behind a Lafayette home, causing heavy damage to the structure but no injuries, according to the Lafayette Fire Department. Officials reported it happened on Sigma Drive on Wednesday, July 8, just before 11:30 p.m.
$17 Million will go toward water system in Opelousas
OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — The city of Opelousas recently secured a $17 million revolving drinking water loan from the Louisiana Department of Health. This funding is designated to address long-standing water infrastructure issues, specifically replacing aging galvanized water lines in the city’s distribution system. The
Baby found dead at Lafayette apartment complex; SIDS suspected
Lafayette police are investigating the death of a baby at an apartment complex, with investigators saying foul play is not suspected. It happened at the Brook Pointe Apartments on North Pierce Street on Wednesday, July 8.
This Lafayette brunch restaurant is opening in Baton Rouge. Here’s what we recommend.
Since opening in the Oil Center three years ago, this brunch restaurant has woven itself into the fabric of Lafayette's community. Parish Biscuit Company opened at 1120 Coolidge Street in September 2023 with a menu focused on brunch favorites, local fare, and of course biscuits, practically any way you like them. Paris
Director of museum exploring the southern Jewish experience to speak in New Iberia
Histories about the modern South have comparatively little to say about southern Jewish communities, which played important roles in freedom movements throughout the 20th century — and a Louisiana museum is working to highlight those stories. The Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience in New Orleans was founded to...
Rusty Metoyer, Everstatic, Dion Pierre Quartet and more live music in Acadiana this week
LIVE MUSIC: Cane River Pecan Company Pie Bar, New Iberia, 5 p.m. JAKE SPINELLA: Charley G’s Seafood Grill, Lafayette, 6 p.m. LIVE MUSIC: Jim Deggy’s Brick Oven Pizza & Brewery, Lafayette, 6 p.m. KALEB OLIVIER: Naq’s-n-Duson, Duson, 6 p.m. LIVE MUSIC: Prejean’s, Broussard, 6 p.m. MYLES...

















