Louisiana author introduces ‘Boudin Boy’ in new children’s book
Pelican Publishing recently released "The Adventures of Boudin Boy" in December 2025, a book written and illustrated by New Iberia artist Paul Schexnayder. The story follows an old Cajun couple who, on a whim, make a boy out of their boudin mixture. After frying him, they discover he has come to life. The boy escapes...
Mexican man accused of biting ICE officer in Lafayette faces 20 years in federal...
In December, a federal grand jury in Lafayette indicted a Mexican citizen with assaulting a federal officer and causing bodily injury. Maximiliano Perez-Perez, a Mexican citizen the U.S. Attorney’s Office said is illegally in the United States, faces up to 20 years in federal prison for the charge. According...
Middlebrook Elementary traffic causing headaches, concern about potential tragedy
Traffic concerns are growing near a Lafayette elementary school, where the car rider line is causing congestion. The morning rush has vehicles spilling onto a roadway, leading some to worry about potential crashes. The traffic backup is due to cars turning onto Starling Lane towards Cpl. Michael Middlebrook...
Chick-fil-A Announces New Menu Items, Free Food for a Year
Chick-fil-A is celebrating their 80th anniversary by introducing 2 new permanent menu items as well as giving 3,000 people the chance to win free food for year!
Former Youngsville police chief fined for actions after councilwoman’s crash in 2022
Former Youngsville police chief Rickey Boudreaux was fined by the Louisiana Board of Ethics after being found guilty of two allegations connected with an incident involving a former city councilman crashing into a parked car. The board ruled that Boudreaux used his position as chief of police to compel and...
Red River Bank breaks ground on second Lafayette location
Lafayette is set to see new developments as construction will soon begin on a new bank. Red River Bank will be opening its doors along Camellia Boulevard not far from the recently announced Trader Joe's location.
Lafayette Genealogical Society wants to help younger generations learn about family history
A group of die-hard genealogists in the Lafayette Genealogical Society hope to stir the curiosity of younger generations to dig into their family history and learn the stories of their ancestors. They also eagerly help others start their research and those already digging into their family trees who've hit brick...
Authorities in Acadiana Are Looking For Missing Teenage Boy
Authorities are sounding the alarm for a 16-year-old who hasn't been seen in days. The community's support could make all the difference.
Lafayette sheriff joins growing list of Louisiana agencies aiding in immigration enforcement
The Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office has joined a growing list of agencies in Louisiana that have entered agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, empowering some of the agencies’ staff to fulfill federal immigration enforcement functions. While local law enforcement agencies have long assisted ICE by...
‘More than fried chicken’: Family-owned Acadiana restaurant expands, attracts long lines
When you own a poultry business, it just makes sense to open a chicken restaurant. That's the story behind Mama's Fried Chicken, the Opelousas restaurant that has been slinging chicken, biscuits and sides since 1977. Founded by A.C. Bellard of Bellard's Poultry, the business still operates today on a simple concept:...

















