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Planning Mardi Gras? We’ve got the full 2026 parade schedule for Acadiana.

SCOTT, La. (KLFY) — The Acadiana community responds to the City of Scott shooting death of Lerhonda Carter, 40, whose life was tragically taken away. On social media, condolences pour-in sending thoughts of prayer and peace for “LuLu” Carter. The business community is in shock and some...

A look at news making headlines in your parish for Wednesday, December 31, 2025. If you know of an event near you or have a news tip, email us at [email protected].

Construction on Main Street in St. Martinville is expected to be ongoing in the near future as the city begins part of its Main Street Enhancement Program. The program will construct new sidewalks, drainage and decorative lighting in downtown St. Martinville, and is aimed to address longstanding infrastructure issues...

The past year has been nothing short of eventful for Lafayette and Acadiana. From the conclusion of a yearslong federal investigation to new business announcements, 2025 was filled with news. Here are some of the stories that made the biggest waves in Acadiana. Assistant district attorney found guilty of bribery.

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – After a cold and frosty start to the final day of 2025, sunshine will fill the sky and temperatures jump fast. Highs reach the lower 60s during the afternoon hours. This evening will see quiet conditions with clear skies. We will quickly fall into the 50s and then the 40s by midnight. Ringing...

(Loving Living Local)-Louisiana Downs celebrates New Year’s Eve with a party the entire family can enjoy. Starting at 9 pm in the Downs Pavilion, you can expect high-energy music, great food, plenty of cocktails and mocktails, and a spectacular fireworks show at midnight, which can be watched from the track apron...

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – Adam Olsen’s go-ahead bucket in the final minute fueled a 9-0 run over the final 1:28 and lifted South Alabama to a 63-58 Sun Belt Conference win over the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns on Wednesday at the Cajundome. Olsen added a pair of free...

Lafayette Consolidated Government received $8 million in federal grant funding to improve safety along a stretch of Johnston Street. The Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All grant will allow for upgrades to a 1.3-mile section of Johnston Street between Bertrand and Churchill Drive, LCG...

Podcast: Play in new window | Download () Discover Lafayette welcomes Heather Borges, owner of Bee Organized Lafayette, a professional organizing and life-transition company serving the Lafayette area. January is National Organizing Month, and this first conversation of 2026 kicks off the new year with practical...