Lafayette set to get new indoor sports complex; tourism boost expected
Exciting plans are underway for a new indoor sports complex in Lafayette. The project appears to be moving forward, promising to enhance local tourism. The proposed 150,000-square-foot facility would be located near the Cajundome. Lafayette Tourism has voted to proceed with discussions with University of Louisiana at...
Heavy Rain and Flood Threat into Saturday
A tropical disturbance over the northern Gulf is bringing heavy rain and a significant flood threat to southwest Louisiana, especially from Thursday through Saturday. While the chance of the system developing into a named storm is low, the heavy rainfall potential remains our primary concern. Flood Watches are in...
Residents encouraged to stay prepared as heavy rainfall is expected
LCG and OHSEP are encouraging residents to remain weather-aware and take proactive precautions as a tropical disturbance in the northern Gulf is expected to bring periods of heavy rainfall.
Lafayette native returns from Poland to present a free, Chopin-inspired classical piano concert
Infusing the melodies of Polish composer Frederic Chopin with his own flare, this Lafayette pianist is returning to his hometown to present a free concert called "The River of Chopin." Vinayak Chaturvedi debuted the program first in Warsaw, Poland, and later performed in New York and New Jersey. Now he...
I tried Edie’s Biscuits for the 1st time. Here’s what I thought of the...
On my last visit to Lafayette, I ate the same breakfast for three days — a blueberry buttermilk biscuit from the Reve Coffee Roasters downtown location. The sticky, syrupy, square masterpiece was nothing short of addictive, so much so that I worked up the nerve to ask the barista and chef what made them so special.
Big Brother Ep. 4; follow the first eviction
Keep up with live updates on Lafayette native’s Lauren Domingue during her time in the CBS Big Brother House. It's been a thrilling first week of Big Brother filled with twists, alliances, competition wins and snakes.
St. Martinville man sentenced to 25 years for third-degree rape
Travis Alexander was sentenced to 25 years in prison for third-degree rape after DNA testing and text messages revealed his involvement in the crime.
Livingston Police warn of ‘jam’ after pomegranates spill onto U.S. Highway 190
HENDERSON - The Livingston Police Department warned drivers of a 'jam' after boxes of pomegranates spilled onto U.S. Highway 190 near Henderson. Images showed the pomegranates across the shoulder of the highway. Police advised drivers in the area to use caution.
Lafayette secures convictions for two of four statewide cases of fentanyl murder
Two men in Lafayette Parish have been convicted of selling fentanyl that resulted in the deaths of a 7-year-old girl and a UL Lafayette student, with the first man receiving life without parole and the second man also convicted of the 7-year-old's death.
Lafayette’s Buc-ee’s May Be Slightly Delayed, But This Town Is Trying to Block It...
Buc-ee’s is still headed to Lafayette, but the original timeline may be pushed back just a bit. Plans for the praise and highly favored Texas-based convenience giant at I-10 and Louisiana Avenue are still very much in motion, though our friends at LEDA say development might not be moving as quickly as initially...