Open in NewsBreak

Evangeline

See all locations
Customize your news
48°F
publisher avatar

Events

hoodline.com

website

Acadia Parish Schools Shut Systems After Potential Network Compromise

Acadia Parish School System shut down its computer systems after the superintendent confirmed a potential compromise of the district's network. The district put that notice on social media on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Atlanta News First reported the shutdown and the superintendent's confirmation, describing the computer network as "potentially compromised." The...

Acadia Parish, LA · 2d
article img

96.5 KVKI

partner publisher · 23.6K followers
article img

The Best Restaurants for Gumbo in South Louisiana

From Lafayette to Abbeville, Crowley to Opelousas, these are the local South Louisiana restaurants that you say are serving up the best bowls of gumbo.

Louisiana · 10d

theadvocate.com

website

Restaurant coming to old Drago's space gets demo permit and other Lafayette-area construction

Building permits issued Nov. 4-10 for the cities of Lafayette, Youngsville and Broussard and the unincorporated areas of Lafayette Parish:. OTHER: 3700 Simcoe St., description, pool house and cabana renovations for Oakbourne Country Club; applicant, BHA; contractor, Thomson Brothers Construction; $80,000. New commercial. COFFEE: 3211 Johnston St., description, new location...

Lafayette, LA · 2d
article img

theadvocate.com

website

Iota overcomes slow start to reverse sweep Lutcher and advance to the state semifinals

After dropping the first two sets to No. 6-seeded Lutcher, however, the No. 3-seeded Bulldogs rallied to win in five sets and advance to the semifinals for the first time ever. "The atmosphere here changes a lot of stuff," Bulldogs coach Glenn Daigle said of the Cajundome. "I think our...

Lutcher, LA · 2d
article img

Classic Rock 105.1

partner publisher · 28.0K followers

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 · 3d

theadvocate.com

website

Lafayette Parish receives $22 million from state that was withheld for Homewood Detention project

The Homewood Detention project near Milton, which was stalled during the previous Lafayette City-Parish administration, is back on track. Lafayette Parish has received all of a $22 million reimbursement from the state, officials announced at a news conference Friday. The Homewood Detention project to build four detention ponds that will...

Lafayette Parish, LA · 1d

The Daily Advertiser

partner publisher · 11.3K followers

The Daily Advertiser's top 5 high school football performers from LHSAA first round

It’s win or go home time as the 2026 LHSAA Football Playoffs officially kicked off this week. Thirty-one teams across Lafayette Parish and its surrounding areas started the long postseason journey, all with the hopes of their road leading to the Superdome. While eight area teams received byes to start off the first round, the remaining 23 area teams competed Thursday or Friday night. With a trip to the second round on the line, teams gave it their all and stars were born on the gridiron. From upset wins to history in the making, these five athletes put on a show for prep football fans across the area. Every week, the Daily Advertiser has got you covered with top performers on the gridiron, from the three- and four-star athletes to the undiscovered diamonds in the rough. Here’s a roundup of the five top high school football performers from the first round of the 2026 LHSAA Football playoffs. (Athletes listed in alphabetical order) Kameron Bernard School: Carencro Position: Wide receiver Summary: Bernard was a key asset in the Golden Bear’s Select Division II matchup against The Willow School. The junior wide receiver was quarterback Carson Gurzi’s go-to target whenever they needed

Lafayette Parish, LA · 1d

NewsTalk 1290

partner publisher · 14.4K followers

What Does a White Cloth Hanging From a Car Window Mean?

Ever seen a white cloth hanging from a car window? Learn why some drivers use it to signal for roadside help and what Louisiana motorists should know.

Louisiana · 10d

97.3 The Dawg

partner publisher · 16.6K followers

How Lafayette's Coordinated Traffic Signals Work And Why Red Lights Still Happen

Ever hit every red light when you're running late. Lafayette's coordinated signals have a rhythm, and there's a simple way to ride it.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

theadvocate.com

website

Proposed 240-home Youngsville-area subdivision on Austin Road wins appeal to proceed

A preliminary plat for a proposed 240-home subdivision near Youngsville has been approved by the Lafayette Parish Council. Stillwater Development wants to build Highpointe Farms Development on 59 acres at 724 Austin Road abutting Bicentennial Acres and just south of Ben Franklin Drive. The property is in unincorporated Lafayette Parish.

Youngsville, LA · 2d

The Daily Advertiser

partner publisher · 11.3K followers

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 · 3d

theadvocate.com

website

Wreckin' Rams crush first-round foe, but looking for upgrade next week

Acadiana’s playoff run got off to a strong start Friday with a dominant 52-7 win over West Jefferson in Scott. Despite the dominant performance for the Wreckin’ Rams in which they ran the ball for more than 350 yards, Acadiana coach Doug Dotson acknowledged his team must play better for the bigger challenges that await.

Scott, LA · 20h

Talk Radio 960am

partner publisher · 22.9K followers

Two Small Planes Fly Over Mamou's Veterans Day Parade On Sixth Street

Mamou did it again. Marching bands, floats, veterans, and a flyover of two small planes over Sixth Street on Veterans Day, with a ceremony at the local VFW Hall after.

Mamou, LA · 3d

We Are Lafayette

partner publisher · 2.6K followers

Carencro's Mayoral Candidates Are Set to Meet in a Public Forum Next Week

Mayor Charlotte Clavier and challenger Eric Knight will meet in a public forum focused on Carencro's future on Thursday, November 19, at an event hosted by NewsTalk 96.5 KPEL.

Carencro, LA · 1d

crescentcitysports.com

website

Acadiana dominates West Jefferson 52-7 to advance in Division I Select playoffs

SCOTT, La. — Acadiana started fresh with the postseason, blowing past West Jefferson 52-7 in the bi-district round of the 2026 LHSAA Division I-Select playoffs. Acadiana, which finished the regular season 6-4 and earned the No. 11 seed, is making its 22nd consecutive playoff appearance. West Jefferson, which finished 3-6 and earned the No. 22 seed, was making its first postseason appearance in five years.

Lafayette, LA · 22h