Paddling this Louisiana bayou presents chance to unplug, experience nature and fellowship
At 70 miles long, the Bayou Vermilion winds from Lafayette to Abbeville, passing small farming communities, marshland and cows — a lot of cows — on its journey to the Vermilion Bay and Gulf of Mexico. The river is part of the landscape of life in southwest Acadiana,...
Three restaurants top Lafayette health inspections Feb. 23–March 3
The Daily Advertiser information for the week of Feb. 23-March. 3 from the Louisiana Department of Health. The top three addresses with the most critical violations in Lafayette Parish are listed, along with an explanation of the findings. All restaurants on the list had at least one critical violation. According to...
What to Expect When Trader Joe’s Opens in Lafayette
Most people in Acadiana have never been to a Trader Joe's, so let's talk about what to expect when they open later this year.
Burn bans lifted in some Acadiana parishes; remain in effect in others
(NEWS 15) — Burn bans remain in effect for some parishes in Acadiana but others have lifted their bans. Jeff Davis, St. Landry, and Vermilion parishes have lifted their bans. The bans remain in effect in Acadia, Iberia, and St. Martin parishes. Officials sited a combination of current drought...
Juvenile Seriously Injured After Falling From Side-By-Side In Church Point
Police in Church Point are investigating after a juvenile suffered a serious head injury during a side-by-side incident involving multiple children. According to the Church Point Police Department, officers responded during the afternoon hours of March 7, 2026, to Marie Street after receiving reports of a child...
Tsunami Sushi files for bankruptcy
The owners of Tsunami Sushi in downtown Lafayette have filed for bankruptcy. The restaurant group is reportedly facing between $2 million and $4 million in debt across its four locations. Tsunami Sushi, a longtime favorite in South Louisiana, began in Lafayette and later expanded to Baton Rouge and New Orleans.
Lafayette Hookah Lounge Shut Down After Permit Expired In 2023
A nightlife spot in Lafayette has been ordered to shut down after police say the business was operating without the proper permits. According to a report from KATC TV-3, the Oasis Hookah Lounge on Mimosa Place was closed Thursday after Lafayette Police and Lafayette Consolidated Government officials investigated...
Trustworthy Pediatric Dental Care in Lafayette for Your Child
Why Park Pediatric Dentistry is the Best Choice for Your Child's Dental Health. Lafayette, United States - March 7, 2026 / Park Pediatric Dentistry /. Parents in Lafayette, LA, often find themselves searching for the best dental care for their children. When it comes to ensuring a child's dental health, choosing the...
Drug Raid at Breaux Bridge Store Leads to Huge Cash Discovery
A Breaux Bridge convenience store raid leads to an arrest and a shocking $164,000 cash seizure tied to the investigation.
St. Martinville offers 3-month plan for high utility bills
ST. MARTINVILLE, La. (KLFY) — The St. Martinville City Council approved a three-month utility payment plan on March 6 to help residents manage rising electric bills. The initiative aims to provide financial relief following a significant increase in fuel charges, officials said. City officials attributed the higher...
