Looking for a beignet in Cajun country? These Lafayette spots have great fried dough.
In the popular imagination, New Orleans is the queen city of beignets. Tourists from around the world descend on a daily basis, seeking a baptism by powdered sugar at renowned spots like Cafe du Monde or Morning Call. Lafayette, better known as a culinary destination for Cajun favorites such as...
Vermilion Parish Principals of the Year named
Meaux Elementary’s Amy, NV Middle’s Broussard and Erath High’s Smith are honored. There are numerous aspects that go into creating a successful school. Leadership is among the most important. The Vermilion Parish School System has honored three of its leaders by announcing the Principals of the Year.
Free Coin Identifier Apps to Help You Find a Coin’s Value
Let's take a look at some free coin identifier apps you can use to help you find out if you've got some valuable change hiding in your couch cushions.
The Grand Marais Mardi Gras 2026
The Flag Raising for the Grand Marias Mardi Gras 2026 is going to held on January, 25, 2026, The annual Mardi Gras Ball will be held on January 31, 2026, while the children’s Dance will be on February 8, 2026, the Friday night dance where kids are allowed is February 13, 2026, The Saturday night dance is February 14,...
Bayou Mardi Gras Association Parade
The Bayou Mardi Gras Association is proud to announce Verge Ausberry as our 2026 Grand Marshal!. A native of New Iberia, Verge Ausberry has made our community proud as the Director of Athletics at LSU, leading one of the most respected athletic programs in the nation. His commitment to excellence, leadership, and...
I-49 Traffic Disruptions Expected During $1M Improvement Project
If you travel on I-49, paving work could impede your travel this week.
Langlinais named temporary chief of Abbeville Fire Department following Mire’s retirement
Here is a statement written by Abbeville Mayor Roslyn White on who will be the temporary fire chief of Abbeville. “The City of Abbeville announces the retirement of fire chief Jude Mire and the appointment of Doris Langlinais, Jr. as temporary fire chief, effective December 18, 2025. Chief Langlinais will...
Wildly Popular Lafayette Restaurant Adding a Drive-Thru Boil Spot
The new location will allow The Cajun Table to meet surging demand for its boils
Tractor Supply Coming Soon to Ridge Road in Lafayette, LA
A new Tractor Supply location is coming soon to Lafayette, Louisiana, at 262 Ridge Road, directly across from WCC Furniture. Over the past decade, Tractor Supply has expanded throughout the Acadiana region, opening locations in Scott, Carencro, Ville Platte, and other surrounding communities. With the city of...
Maintenance issues in St. Landry Parish Jail result in injured inmate, sheriff says
OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — An inmate at the St. Landry Parish Jail was injured, but not seriously, after an attempted suicide using part of a rusted and damaged metal ceiling tile, according to Sheriff Bobby Guidroz. Sheriff Guidroz reported the incident happened on Friday, January 2, and the...

















