River Ranch eatery closes unexpectedly, just one year after arriving in Lafayette
SoLou has shut the doors to its River Ranch location, in a move that surprised employees and patrons this week. On Tuesday, Sept. 23, the Lafayette eatery offering elevated-date-night takes on south Louisiana cuisine (crabmeat cheesecake anyone?) permanently closed, with an announcement posted to the door of the...
Four arrested following fight at Lafayette’s Northside High
Four students were arrested following a violent altercation at Northside High School in Lafayette on Wednesday, with one student armed with scissors and another being cut during the fight.
Mother speaks out on racial bullying at Erath High School
A mother in Erath is speaking out against racial bullying at Erath High School, claiming her son has been repeatedly harassed and that the school has failed to take adequate action.
An Iconic Lafayette Restaurateur is Making a Comeback With a New Concept
CuGino will feature classic Sicilian and Italian dishes
Lafayette Parish milage renewals on upcoming ballots ‘critical’, leaders say
Lafayette Parish voters will decide in two separate fall elections whether to renew parish-wide property taxes that help fund schools, Vermilionville and keeping the river clean, and road maintenance and public health. The millage renewals that help fund the Lafayette Parish School System and Bayou Vermilion District...
New Business Opening in Former Lafayette Burger King Location
The former Burger King near UL Lafayette won’t be sitting empty much longer. A new tenant is moving in with frozen treats and savory snacks.
Last-Minute Jason Aldean Tickets Still Available in Lafayette
Jason Aldean’s Full Throttle Tour hits Lafayette Thursday at the Cajundome. Find out ticket prices, seating details, and what fans can expect.
Opelousas man charged with rape, battery and theft
Jakob Sedrick Oakly, 22, of Opelousas is charged with first degree rape, second degree battery, second degree kidnapping and theft.
Second arrest made in connection with 2024 Crowley shooting
Jonathan Moore, 18, is charged with eight counts of attempted first degree murder in connection with a shooting in the 1800 block of Joseph Pete Street on Sept. 15, 2024.
Electronics in Scott home damaged by nearby lightning strike Wednesday night
A bolt of lightning was close enough to a house in Scott to cause a power surge that fried several electrical components in the home, officials said.

















