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Acadiana mourns death of Breaux Bridge restaurateur known for traditional Cajun fare

The second-generation owner of Poche’s Market & Restaurant in Breaux Bridge died last week, leaving behind a close-knit community at the Bayou Teche meat market his family founded in 1962. Floyd Poche died on Nov. 4 at the age of 74, and according to his obituary, he spent his...

Breaux Bridge, LA · 3d
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The Daily Advertiser

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Health department inspections flag three Lafayette restaurants

Three Lafayette Parish restaurants recorded the highest number of critical health violations during inspections conducted between Oct. 26 and Nov. 2, according to the Louisiana Department of Health. The inspections, published through the state's retail food health inspections dashboard, identified violations that health officials say are more likely to contribute to food contamination or foodborne illness if left uncorrected. Critical violations differ from non-critical violations, which are not directly tied to foodborne illness but can become health hazards if they remain unresolved. Health officials emphasize that inspection reports provide only a snapshot of conditions observed at the time of the visit and may not reflect an establishment's overall operations or day-to-day practices. Inspection data is updated daily, although reports are typically posted with a seven-day delay. Lafayette Parish restaurants with the most critical violations Mel's Diner 2956 Johnston St., Lafayette Mel's Diner received the highest number of critical violations during the reporting period with six. Inspectors found: Ready-to-eat, potentially hazardous food prepared on-site and held longer than 24 hours without date marking. Food held for cold storage and service above the required 41 degrees Fahrenheit. An employee drinking in a food preparation area. Non-food items stored with food products, creating

Lafayette, LA · 3d

Teche News

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The road to the Dome starts at home for CHS Bulldogs

Cecilia – The Cecilia High Bulldogs earned the No. 14 seed in the Division II Non-Select football playoffs after beating District 5-4A rival Carencro 51-22 on Friday. That means the road to the Dome starts at home for the Bulldogs. The Louisiana High School Athletic Associatin’s Prep Classic will be Dec. 1012 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans with state championship games in Select and Non-Select Divisions I-IV.

Cecilia, LA · 2d
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After permit denied, man behind proposed downtown Lafayette nightclub says he’s going to court

The owner of a proposed downtown Lafayette nightclub says he plans to take legal action after the City Council's decision to deny a permit for the business, arguing the vote was unfair and reflected bias against him. Quintin Borel said Wednesday he will challenge the council’s 3-2 vote to deny...

Lafayette, LA · 23h
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Founder brings Buc-ee’s to his Louisiana roots in Acadiana

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Buc-ee’s founder Arch “Beaver” Aplin is expanding the travel center chain to Acadiana, bringing the brand to the state where his family history and business inspiration originated. The inspiration for Buc-ee’s dates back to Aplin’s grandfather, who ran a general store in...

Lafayette, LA · 3d

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All-you-can-eat Thai buffet in Lafayette announces closure

An all-you-can-eat Thai buffet restaurant in Lafayette has announced it is closing. Kham Koon Thai Restaurant & Lunch Buffet, formerly Mimi’s Fresh Asian Cuisine, located at 607 Kaliste Saloom Road, announced that Nov. 20 will be its last day in business. The owners of the restaurant confirmed that they...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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Four local marching bands claim state championships at LMEA competition

Four Terrebonne and Lafourche parish high school marching bands captured state championships at the 2026 Louisiana Music Educators Association (LMEA) State Marching Band Championships, held November 9–11 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Central Lafourche, South Lafourche, E.D. White Catholic and Vandebilt...

Terrebonne Parish, LA · 1d

Teche News

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School Board hears plan for dealing with job vacancies

Breaux Bridge – St. Martin Parish School Superintendent Frederick Wiltz explained the school system’s new framework for eliminating vacant job positions to help combat the school district’s budget deficit during this past week’s monthly School Board meeting. “As you are aware, we have been working with...

St Martin Parish, LA · 2d

The Daily Advertiser

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LPSS board meeting to tackle lawsuit, pay changes and new policies

Several items with potentially long-term financial and operational impacts for Lafayette Parish schools are slated for action at this Thursday's Lafayette Parish School Board meeting. While the agenda includes recognitions and routine business, key items involve litigation tied to a delayed construction project at Southside High School, changes to employee compensation, financing for the Ovey Comeaux Workforce Innovation Academy and revisions to testing policies governing student cell phones. Southside High litigation could draw attention The board is expected to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation involving the school system, Stutes Construction Company LLC and Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company over the Southside High School concession stand project. According to the agenda, board members will discuss possible legal action as well as a potential settlement related to liquidated damages associated with the project. The board also will discuss two workers' compensation matters involving claims filed by Merril Dickerson and Kathy Allen. Because all three cases are scheduled for executive session, public discussion will be limited. However, any action taken afterward could provide insight into whether the district plans to pursue litigation, negotiate a settlement or close out outstanding claims. Salary schedule revised to include $2,000 stipend Board members are expected to

Lafayette Parish, LA · 1d

Developing Lafayette

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“Project Lion,” The Code Name For A Potential New Amazon “Last-Mile” Delivery Facility Proposed For Lafayette, LA

A large new delivery station warehouse, code-named “Project Lion,” is being proposed near the corner of Ambassador Caffery Parkway and Cameron Street in Lafayette, Louisiana. According to recent records, the proposed development includes a 166,330-square-foot warehouse with a 38,870-square-foot canopy, along with EV fleet infrastructure featuring 64 electric...

Lafayette, LA · 19h

97.3 The Dawg

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The Strange Story Behind Louisiana's Famous Hadacol Tonic

Meet Coozan Dud, the Acadiana businessman behind Hadacol, the controversial vitamin tonic that became a national sensation.

Louisiana · 1d

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The 11 Best Southern Small Towns For Foodies

If you love good food, you'll typically feel right at home in large, multicultural cities like New York or Chicago. However, there's also a lot to be said for the food scenes in small towns, especially in the American South. So while Atlanta is among the top places in the country for soul food, you don't have to venture into a major city to find excellent Southern cooking — some of the region's best cornbread and barbecue can be found in Georgia's small towns.

Georgia · 4d

Teche News

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Cecilia blasts Carencro 51-22 to claim share of 5-4A crown

Cecilia – The Cecilia High Bulldogs had a mission to accomplish before Friday night’s regular-season football finale against District 5-4A leading Carencro High School — beat the Golden Bears to claim a share of the district title and earn a home spot to open the Division II Non-Select playoffs.

Carencro, LA · 2d

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Somebody Still Makes The Soup From Scratch Every Morning At These Six Louisiana Diners

Louisiana takes its soup seriously, and not just the gumbo. Across the state, a handful of diners and cafes still start the day by chopping, simmering, and ladling soups made in their own kitchens. Some lean on local farms, some lean on Cajun roots, and one pours a soup trio...

Louisiana · 3d

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Seven Thursday Plate Lunch Picks Across Acadiana, From Chicken To Sausage

The weekend's almost here, and you can feel it in what Acadiana's plate lunch spots are serving this Thursday. Chicken, sausage, and a couple of curveballs.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Louisiana High School Football Playoff Brackets: Scores, Updated Matchups for Nov. 12-13

The Louisiana high school football playoffs are set, with teams across eight divisions beginning their pursuit of state championships Thursday, Nov. 12, and Fri

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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National Signing Day 2026

Today, all across Central Louisiana, athletes are signing on the dotted line to continue their careers at the collegiate level.

Central, LA · 10h

NOLA.com

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Borden Dairy to close Lafayette plant after 60 years, eliminating 149 jobs

Borden Dairy will close its 60-year-old Bertrand Drive plant in Lafayette, eliminating 149 jobs. Company officials announced the closure to employees on Tuesday and confirmed the closure later in the day, Acadiana News First reported. The plant will cease operations Jan. 9. In a statement to provided to employees on...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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Tulane works to train more nurses as Louisiana faces one of nation’s worst shortages

At Ochsner St. Martin Hospital in Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, nurse shortages can determine whether a patient is admitted, even when beds are available. “There’s just not enough staff to staff those beds,” medical-surgical unit nurse Noelle Prados said. Louisiana is projected to face one of the nation’s worst...

Breaux Bridge, LA · 1d