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Opelousas arson attack destroys home, car; State Fire Marshal investigating

The Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal is investigating an attack at a home in Opelousas after arsonists were seen on video dumping what appeared to be gasoline on a car before starting a fire that destroyed both the vehicle and the home. The fire quickly spread, destroying both the car and the home on Shute Street
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Carencro’s Popular Hibachi Spot Tokyo Japan Closes After Nearly Seven Years

Carencro's beloved hibachi and sushi spot, Tokyo Japan, is taking a break to regroup, hinting at a possible return. Fans are urged to follow their Facebook for updates.
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Business owners request halt on $15M project

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Owners of local businesses, including Deano’s, Beads for Less and Legends, have asked the local council to pause a proposed project estimated to cost between $13 million and $15 million. Separately, the LCG Drainage Director confirmed awareness of a damaged pipe issue that requires...
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Tiger Brigade welcomes new commander in Lafayette ceremony

The Louisiana Army National Guard’s 256th Infantry Brigade Combat Team “Tiger Brigade” conducted a change of command recently in Lafayette . The ceremony took place May 29 at the Earl K. Long Gym . During the ceremony, Col. Jonathan Lloyd relinquished command of the brigade to Lt. Col. Lawrence Toups. The formal transf
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Louisiana teen uses her story to encourage others during Scoliosis Awareness Month

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month, and one Lafayette teenager is sharing her story to help others facing the same diagnosis feel less alone.
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A Variety of Charges Have Been Made in the Arrests

From Driving while intoxicated to Domestic Violence, those are some of the charges of those in jail.
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Abbeville provisional fire chief confirmed for permanent job

ABBEVILLE, La. (KLFY) — The City of Abbeville has announced that the City has officially approved the appointment of provisional Fire Chief Doris Langlinais Jr. as permanent Chief of the Abbeville Fire Department. Langlinais replaced former chief Jude Mire, who retired in December after 36 years with the department....
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Shoppers to pay extra tax after New Iberia approves development district

The New Iberia City Council unanimously approved a new Economic Development District on Tuesday over minor public opposition. The EDD will comprise the Lagniappe Shopping Center at 1102 East Admiral Doyle Drive. According to New Iberia mayor Freddie DeCourt, the developer requested the EDD in exchange for bringing in s
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Do You Know Who Ambassador Caffery Was?

Most of us drive Ambassador Caffery every week. Almost none of us know the incredible story behind the name.
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DOTD says some Lafayette street flooding during heavy rain is by design

LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development said some street flooding in Lafayette during heavy rain is by design, as water can get backed up in catch basins and storm drains during intense rainfall. The issue is often the case in heavily developed parts...

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