The past year has been nothing short of eventful for Lafayette and Acadiana.
From the conclusion of a yearslong federal investigation to new business announcements, 2025 was filled with news.
Here are some of the stories that made the biggest waves in Acadiana.
Assistant district attorney found guilty of bribery
Former Lafayette Assistant District Attorney Gary Haynes was convicted in September by a federal jury on six felony charges related to a bribery scheme in the 15th Judicial District Attorney’s pretrial intervention program, which he headed…