Grassroots foundation aims to transform Lafayette’s Northside one affordable home at a time
As a part of the mission of Never To Late Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to uplifting low-income individuals and communities, more affordable homes are coming on the Northside of Lafayette. The first home is already under construction on Harmony Street, marking the beginning of what founder Dominique...
Breaux Bridge man dies from injuries following an ATV crash, police say
Breaux Bridge man dies from injuries following an ATV crash that happened on Friday evening, according to Sheriff Becket Breaux. Lane Smith, 25, of Breaux Bridge, LA., died as a result of his injuries on Saturday. Deputies with the St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office responded to a 911 call in...
Family leaps from balcony to escape Lafayette apartment fire
LAFAYETTE, LA. (KLFY) — A fire that began in a Lafayette apartment complex causing six families to be displaced left a mother and her children having to escape by jumping from their second-story balcony. According to fire officials, the fire was ignited when a resident discarded fireworks in a...
Are New Orleans and Lafayette king cakes different? A French baker weighs in.
When it comes to king cake, there are few hard and fast rules. Louisiana-style king cakes, distinct from the traditional French "galette des roi" (with a flaky puff pastry and sweet almond filling) thrive on creativity. Dough, icing and some kind of filling are standard — but what you do with that equation is up to...
Z105.9 DJ Stephanie Smallwood Passes Away
Acadiana is mourning the loss of a beloved radio voice.
Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office Signs ICE Agreements
A report from the Acadiana Advocate confirms that the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office has formally signed agreements with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, allowing certain immigration enforcement actions to take place throughout Lafayette Parish. The agreements were signed on December 11, 2025, and fall...
The Cajun Table to Open New Drive-Thru Location in Lafayette
Due to The Cajun Table's popularity, they will soon be adding a new, second drive-thru location for boiled seafood.
Maison De Lafayette, Dutch Bros Coffee cited for critical health violations
The Daily Advertiser obtained health inspection information for the week of Dec. 22 to Dec. 29, 2025, from the Louisiana Department of Health. The top two addresses with the most critical violationsin Lafayette Parish are listed, along with an explanation of the findings. All restaurants on the list had at least one...
UPDATE: Road reopens following fatal crash in Lafayette
In regards to the multi-vehicle crash at Johnston and E Broussard, Traffic Investigators have confirmed that three occupants in two vehicles have died.
Taste the best of Acadiana at the Great King Cake Taste Off
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Join KLFY News 10’s Taylor Trache for the Great King Cake Taste Off where you can sample all the delicious sweets Acadiana bakers have to offer. The event is held at Vermilionville located at 300 Fisher Road in Lafayette on Friday, Jan. 9 at 6 p.m.

















