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Shreveport Times | The Times

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Louisiana's first Buc-ee's location is expected to open in five months

Not too long from now, Louisiana will welcome the opening of its first ever Buc-ee's location . Two locations are planned for Louisiana, one in Ruston and the other Lafayette, but the Buc-ee's in Ruston is expected to be the first to open, well ahead of when Lafayette is projected to open . Both travel centers are expected to generate millions in revenue, employ hundreds of workers and welcome thousands of visitors daily. When is the opening date for Buc-ee's in Ruston? The Buc-ee's location in Ruston, located off of Interstate 20 at the Tarbutton road exit, is under construction and on track to open in April 2027, according to Buc-ee's Locations. Construction began in October 2024, and now, exterior walls are up, the roof is nearing completion and fuel tanks are already buried, Ruston mayor Ronny Walker noted in an August statement to Louisiana Radio Network. Once completed, the travel center will span 74,000 square feet, feature 120 gas pumps and 700 parking spaces. "This project continues to move forward step by step, and we’re excited to watch it take shape and share updates along the way as we get closer to opening day," says the City of Ruston

Ruston, LA · 1d

theadvocate.com

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Louisiana's Sammy Kershaw gets apology and red-carpet invite from the CMA. Here's his response.

After initially being denied a red-carpet walk for the 60th Country Music Association Awards on Nov. 18, country music veteran and Louisiana native Sammy Kershaw received an apology and an invitation from the CMA late Tuesday. "I’m pleased to share that we’ve since had a sincere and meaningful private conversation...

Louisiana · 1d
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Classic Rock 105.1

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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 · 11h

KLFY.com

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Daniel Kelly dismissed from Lafayette Public Library Board of Control

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The Lafayette Parish Council voted 5-0 yesterday to immediately dismiss board member Daniel Kelly from the Lafayette Public Library Board of Control. The unanimous decision followed a public hearing at City Hall regarding Kelly’s absence from nine board meetings over the previous two years.

Lafayette, LA · 1d
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Parade

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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 · 2d

103.3 The G.O.A.T.

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Wednesday Plate Lunches: The Super 7 Picks Across Acadiana

Hump Day hits different in Lafayette. Wednesday menus start hinting the weekend isn't far, and barbecue sneaks in alongside the usual plate lunch suspects.

Lafayette, LA · 19h

wbrz.com

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Construction crews break ground on new Buc-ee's coming to Lafayette

LAFAYETTE — Work is officially underway on the new Buc-ee's coming to Lafayette. A groundbreaking ceremony was held Monday at the site of I-10 near Louisiana Avenue. The 74,000-square-foot gas station, which will cost $72 million, is expected to open in early 2028. When it is finished, it will be the second Buc-ee's in Louisiana. The other location in Ruston is expected to open in April 2027.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

theadvocate.com

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Bingo is making a comeback with younger crowds. This Lafayette bar is part of the trend.

Wednesday nights at the Yard Goat in Lafayette have become a destination for bingo players looking for more than a traditional game. Xtreme Bar Bingo combines music, friendly competition and prizes ranging from electronics to cash jackpots. The Bertrand Drive beer garden introduced the nationwide entertainment program in February after...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

KPEL 96.5

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10 Intersections With The Most Crashes In Youngsville And Broussard

Broussard and Youngsville have grown fast, and their intersections show it. Here are the 10 spots where crashes happen most, with plenty already getting fixed.

Youngsville, LA · 19h

KLFY.com

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Remarkable Woman: 2025 winner Brandy Roberts

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — KLFY is spotlighting former Remarkable Woman winners now that nominations are open for the 2027 honoree. Brandy Roberts was named Acadiana’s Remarkable Woman in 2025. Roberts works to protect youth from online dangers after losing her own daughter, 14-year-old Englyn Roberts, to social media...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

The Daily Advertiser

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The Elite 8: Here are the Lafayette-area girls volleyball teams advancing to quarterfinals

The road to the Cajundome has been filled with elite matchups and stars being born on the court throughout the 2026 LHSAA Volleyball State Tournament . Thirty-one teams hailing from Lafayette Parish and its surrounding areas earned a spot in the five brackets, with St. Thomas More and Westminster Christian Academy-Opleousas earning No. 1 seeds in Division II and V, respectively. Last week, teams battled it out in the first and regional rounds of the playoffs, all with the hopes of punching their tickets to the quarterfinals. Only a handful of teams remain and the job is far for finish for these 337 teams who hope to bring hardware back to the area. With the quarterfinals of the playoffs set to tip off Thursday, Nov. 12, inside the Cajundome, here are the eight area teams remaining and who they will face in the LHSAA Volleyball playoff quarterfinals. (Listed in order by division) Division I No area team advanced to the quarterfinals. Southside volleyball made it the furthest, losing to Archbishop Chapelle in the regionals round 3-0. Division II No. 1 St. Thomas More vs No. 9 South Lafourche No. 4 Belle Chasse vs No. 5 Teurlings Catholic Division III No.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

WGNO

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Authorities looking for missing New Iberia teenage boy

Lawrence Jefferson Jr., 16, of New Iberia was last seen in the area of City Park in New Iberia, authorities said.

New Iberia, LA · 1d

thedailyiberian.com

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New Iberia site earns national recognition for economic development potential

A development site at Acadiana Regional Airport in New Iberia has earned national recognition for its potential to attract new businesses and investment to the region. The 178.95-acre Acadiana Regional Airport P5 Site was among six Acadiana properties recently awarded national designations through the Readiness Evaluation for Development and Investment (REDI) Sites program, announced by One Acadiana.

New Iberia, LA · 1d

theadvocate.com

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North Louisiana basketball phenom chose the LSU women to make ‘lasting impact’ in her home state

Caroline Bradley really committed to LSU in February. The world just didn't find out about it until April, when her family threw a big crawfish boil on the land it owns in Northeast Louisiana. Bradley didn't feel the need to wait a few more months or schedule a few more...

Baton Rouge, LA · 16h

theadvocate.com

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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 · 2d

Developing Lafayette

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New Chipotle Construction Progress on Johnston Street in Lafayette, LA

Construction is moving right along on the new Chipotle Mexican Grill coming soon to 3220 Johnston Street in Lafayette, LA. The project appears to be about halfway complete, with the building structure up, storefront glass soon to be installed, and work continuing on the exterior, parking lot, and surrounding site.

Lafayette, LA · 10h

High School On SI

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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 · 1d

tulanehullabaloo.com

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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 · 3h

Yahoo!

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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 · 2d

Talk Radio 960am

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Free Bikes For 600 Louisiana Kids: Gordon McKernan's 14th Annual Giveaway

The registration for a chance at one of McKernan's bicycles is now open.

Lafayette, LA · 13h