Truck driver with “unconfirmed immigration status” arrested after stealing from same rig parked at...
A truck driver with “unconfirmed immigration status” was arrested on Monday after police determined that he stole from a semi truck parked at a Louisiana truck stop. Duson, Louisiana police were contacted about the theft on Friday, December 5th, and the truck driver suspect was arrested on Monday, December 8th after...
Cold front brings winter temperatures for start of week
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – A cold front is moving through Acadiana this evening brining spotty showers. Rain chances will come to an end by midnight as colder and windy conditions push into the region. Temperatures settle in the 40s overnight. Monday will see cloud cover to start but sunshine in the afternoon. Make sure...
Waylon Bourgeois ties for fifth at National Finals Rodeo
LAS VEGAS, NV. (KLFY) — Church Point native, Waylon Bourgeois, has earned his second straight paycheck at his first National Finals Rodeo (NFR), finishing in a three-way tie for fifth place in Friday’s second round. Bourgeois rode Diamond G Rodeo’s Reaelynn for the Win for 83.75 points and...
Folks cross half of Louisiana just to order the gumbo at this warm, old-school...
Craving Cajun warmth that hugs you the second you walk in? Bon Temps Grill brings Lafayette flavors to life with soulful gumbo, char-grilled steaks, and a room buzzing with friendly chatter. You will find locals and road-trippers swapping stories at the bar while the kitchen sends out plates that taste like home.
House fire in Youngsville, no injuries reported
YOUNGSVILLE, La. (KLFY) — Fire officials responded to a house fire in Youngsville on Sunday Dec. 7 at around 2:30 p.m. The fire occurred on Eight Siblings Lane. Youngsville Fire Department, Broussard Fire Department and Milton Fire Department all responded to the fire. Officials said the fire started at...
Western Louisiana Braces for 35° Swings as Cold Front Parade Continues Into Midweek
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lake Charles, Louisiana – Residents across western Louisiana should brace for sharp temperature swings through Tuesday as a series of fast-moving cold fronts push through the region with little rain but...
Inspired effort for short-handed Ragin’ Cajuns not enough against Seahawks
LAFAYETTE – Louisiana held UNCW without a field goal over the game’s final five minutes, but the Ragin’ Cajuns missed their last six shots from the field, and the Seahawks escaped with a 70-63 win at the Cajundome Saturday afternoon. Madison Durr’s layup at the 5:09 mark...
Youngsville Council Agenda for December 11, 2025
A Public Hearing and the Regular City Council Meeting and Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at Youngsville City Hall Council Chambers located at 201 Iberia Street. The Council meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. The PDF for viewing the agenda is below. CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.
New episode of Gumbo People spotlights Lafayette’s Erica Fox
Lafayette Travel has released the latest episode of its original video series Gumbo People , which spotlights the artists , culture bearers, and professionals who shape the parish’s cultural identity. Through cinematic portraits of local creatives, the series examines how generations of cultural influences have...
The Small Town In Louisiana Where Retirees Say Social Security Is More Than Enough
Imagine a place where your retirement dollars stretch like warm taffy on a summer day. New Iberia, Louisiana is that financial oasis – a charming small town where retirees have discovered the secret to making their Social Security checks cover not just necessities, but the good life too. You’ve...
