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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 · 10h

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Lafayette man, 18, dies after being struck by vehicle on Mudd Avenue

An 18-year-old Lafayette man died Friday night after being struck by a vehicle while walking in the 900 block of Mudd Avenue, according to the Lafayette Police Department. Isaiah Gage was struck about 6:18 p.m. Friday when a driver traveling west on Mudd Avenue entered the center turning lane to pass a vehicle that had slowed to make a turn, police said.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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Lafayette man charged with felony drug offenses and firearms

A Lafayette man has been arrested in connection to multiple drug and gun charges.

Lafayette, LA · 8h

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Arrests This Week in Lafayette Parish

Charges range from drunk driving, drug possession and battery of a dating partner.

Lafayette Parish, LA · 1d

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University of Louisiana at Lafayette announces new mascot

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The University of Louisiana at Lafayette introduced a Catahoula Leopard Dog as its new live mascot Saturday night during halftime of the Ragin Cajuns’ football game against South Alabama. University President Dr. Kolluro and the Student Government Association presented the four-legged companion at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Lafayette school officials say charter schools have unfair advantage. They want lawmakers to listen.

Lafayette Parish school officials say charter schools have a financial advantage over traditional public schools because they receive a share of local tax revenue without having to follow the same restrictions on how the money is spent. School Board members and administrators raised the issue Friday during a meeting with...

Lafayette Parish, LA · 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 · 1d

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Grand Coteau Police asks for help in November shooting

GRAND COTEAU, La. (KLFY) — The Grand Coteau Police Department is asking for your help in solving a shooting about a year ago. Sedrick Lionel Woodson was arrested in July and charged with attempted murder in connection with the shooting on Nov. 23, 2025 that injured two juveniles, authorities said.

Grand Coteau, LA · 10h

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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 new store represents a project more than a decade in the making for the...

Lafayette, LA · 4h

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Gordon McKernan to give away 600 free bikes to Louisiana children

BATON ROUGE, La. (KALB) — Louisiana personal injury attorney Gordon McKernan is giving away 600 bikes and helmets to children in eight cities this holiday season through his 14th annual Gordon Gives Bike Giveaway. Registration is open HERE. Registration deadlines and selection. Registration closes Nov. 29 for Alexandria, Lafayette,...

Louisiana · 12h

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Buc-ee’s breaks ground on long-awaited Lafayette store after years of shifting opening dates

Buc-ee’s officially broke ground Monday on its long-awaited Lafayette store, with the company’s founder and CEO joining local and state officials to mark the start of construction. Arch “Beaver” Aplin attended the ceremony for the planned 74,000-square-foot, $72 million store at the northeast corner of Louisiana Avenue and...

Lafayette, LA · 15h

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Delta Media Corp. to broadcast playoff games

Delta Media Corp. will be your home for the LHSAA playoffs. St. Thomas More earned the No. 6 seed in the Division I (Select) playoffs and received a first-round bye. In the second round, STM will host the winner of No. 22 West Jefferson and No. 11 Acadiana. That game will be heard on ESPN 103.7 Lafayette.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Buc-ee’s Construction Is ‘Finally Happening’ in This State as a Massive New Store Takes Shape

The chain is marking the start of construction with a ceremony.

Lafayette, LA · 19h

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Lafayette political adviser sues over election probe

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — A Lafayette political adviser filed a federal lawsuit against state and local law enforcement officials in Louisiana, alleging authorities violated his constitutional rights during an inquiry into election misinformation. Chun Ping “Eddie” Lau filed the legal action in the U.S. District Court for the Western...

Lafayette, LA · 4h

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Bertrand Drive at Johnston Street Is Right-Turn-Only Starting Today

Starting Monday, Nov. 9, the Bertrand Drive and Johnston Street intersection becomes right-turn-only for southbound Bertrand traffic while crews do underground utility work.

Lafayette, LA · 19h

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Popular Acadiana Wing Chain Continues Its Expansion with a Planned Fifth Location

KOK Wings & Things has opened four locations since being founded in 2018

Youngsville, LA · 1d

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Wildcats End Regular Season with Historic Wins

HOBBS, N.M. – The Louisiana Christian University volleyball team swept the Southwest Mustangs 3-0 on Friday night, then earned a 3-2 victory Saturday to complete a two-match conference series at the Jack & Mabel Maddox Student Life Center, extended LCU's winning streak to a program record-tying five matches while also getting a record-tying ninth conference win on the year.

Hobbs, NM · 2d

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A new era for this rural Lafayette Parish school brings back memories for community, alumni

Built in 1929, Judice Middle School is approaching its 100th birthday. With completed refurbishments on the exterior and a new wing addition expanding the campus, the historic school is set to serve a new era of students in Lafayette Parish. Located at 2645 S. Fieldspan Road in Duson, the school’s...

Lafayette Parish, LA · 18h

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Gov. Landry joins Lafayette officials for Buc-ee’s groundbreaking ceremony

LAFAYETTE, La. (Acadiana News First) - Gov. Jeff Landry and Lafayette leaders were on hand as Buc-ee’s broke ground on its long-awaited travel center near I-10 and Louisiana Avenue, bringing a years-long plan closer to reality. The $82 million project is expected to include a travel center spanning more...

Lafayette, LA · 14h

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LHSAA State Volleyball Playoffs: Quarterfinal matchups

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Below are the matchups for the quarterfinal round of the LHSAA state volleyball playoffs. This story will be updated with final scores. See scores from the regional round here. Quarterfinals, semifinals and finals will be held Nov. 12 through Nov. 14 at the Cajundome in...

Lafayette, LA · 1d