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Olde Tyme Grocery in Lafayette, Louisiana, serves special fried crawfish po'boys exclusively on Fridays during Lent, a tradition that started over 30 years ago. During Lent, the restaurant sells over twice the usual number of po'boys compared to a regular Friday, requiring additional staff to manage the demand. The...

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — St. Landry Parish Government has issued a parish-wide burn ban, effective immediately. Officials cited dry conditions and elevated fire risk. The burn ban will remain in effect until further notice. Van reed, director of Emergency Preparedness, said while rain is expected this weekend, it will...

Goodwill Acadiana celebrated a new venture with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday. The organization unveiled Good-Prints, a shop specializing in screen printing and embroidery on various items. The new shop aims to provide opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Valentine’s Day promises to be exciting for music enthusiasts with a special event planned at the Acadiana Center for the Arts. Organizers with Festival International de Louisiane will unveil the highly anticipated 2026 music lineup. Al Hebert has a preview. Where's Al is brought to you by Bayou Vermilion District.

The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns saw their four-game winning streak come to an end Thursday night, falling 69–65 to Coastal Carolina at the Cajundome.

Here’s the full Ragin’ Cajuns broadcast schedule for a busy weekend of games.

Lafayette is truly for lovers this Valentine’s Day . This weekend, spend that special time with someone special. From crafts to art and dining, there are plenty of options to choose from. Local Valentine’s Deals & Events in Lafayette Valentine-themed Events Clayfish’s Paint Night — A creative paint night event on Feb...

The Krewe of Allons "Kickoff Parade" marked the official start of Mardi Gras weekend in Lafayette. The parade began at 6:30 p.m. from Pontiac Point downtown and made its way to Cajun Field. Organized annually by the Greater Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras Association, the event set the festive tone for the...

Charcuterie is one of those endlessly adaptable party tricks that works for any occasion. Often, charcuterie boards are built around crackers and a variety of cheeses and meats like prosciutto and salami. Other elements, such as fruits, nuts and chocolates, play with the richness of the cheeses on the board — usually...

Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:02:58 — 86.5MB) Wild Child Wines is one of those rare downtown spots that feels instantly like a neighborhood living room—warm, inviting, and full of discovery. In this episode of Discover Lafayette, we sit down with Katie and Denny Culbert, the couple behind...