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...
New Iberia woman dies in single-vehicle crash near St. Martinville
An Iberia Parish woman is dead after a single-vehicle crash in St. Martin Parish, according to Louisiana State Police. Troopers identified the victim as Kongkham Phommachanh, 61, of New Iberia. They reported the wreck happened on Catahoula Highway near Burton Plantation Highway, not far from St. Martinville, on...
Overnight fog threat, Rain chances return Sunday
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – Saturday saw warmer conditions with some sunshine in the afternoon hours which was a nice change from the gray, cold, and rainy pattern plaguing Acadiana. Overnight, temperatures hold in the 50s with high humidity. This will lead to fog formation after midnight, so make sure to take it easy on...
Louisiana Extends Elite Bowl Streak to 8 Years with New Invite
UL Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns accept 68 Ventures Bowl invitation to face Delaware Dec. 17 in Mobile. Eighth consecutive bowl appearance. Tickets available starting at $20.
‘Jingle Jamz’ Christmas Festival held in Rayne
A festive celebration focused on supporting families and the elderly lit up the Frog Festival Building in Rayne. The 'Jingle Jamz' Christmas Festival provided a weekend filled with holiday spirit. The event kicked off on Friday and continued on Saturday. Organizers invited the community to gather for food, music, and...
Wet Weather Gives Way to Temperature Swings
We've been dealing with some persistent and heavy rainfall lately, and that's not quite done with us today. We're looking at widespread totals of 1 to 3 inches, with some spots potentially seeing up to 6 inches. As we head into Saturday, an approaching cold front will keep some showers lingering, but we are expecting...
Inmate on the run after escaping through degrading jail wall
Two inmates accused of violent crimes, including second-degree attempted murder, are on the run after escaping from a southwestern Louisiana jail Wednesday by removing pieces of a degrading wall and using sheets to scale a wall, officials said. A third inmate who joined in the breakout killed himself after he was...
