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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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Louisiana’s Sammy Kershaw: A look at his life and career

ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - Born in Kaplan, Louisiana, in 1958, country music icon Sammy Kershaw rose to fame in 1991 with his first Billboard No. 3 charting song “Cadillac Style.” It was the first of four releases from his debut studio album “Don’t Go Near the Water,” which is certified platinum.

Lafayette, LA · 2d
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Prehistoric mammoth remains discovered in South Louisiana

According to multiple reports, a remarkable discovery in south Louisiana is offering scientists a new glimpse into the state’s prehistoric past after a landowner uncovered fossilized mammoth remains on his property in Acadia Parish. Curt Matte made the discovery while digging a pond and contacted researchers at the University...

Louisiana · 14h
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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 man arrested after allegedly pistol-whipping an LSU student on campus in October

BATON ROUGE — A Lafayette man was arrested for allegedly pistol-whipping an LSU student in the Business Education Complex after he followed the victim from his apartment in early October, according to a warrant. Corey Willis Jr., 24, was arrested by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff's Department on Wednesday....

Baton Rouge, LA · 2d

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Mammoth remains discovered in Acadia Parish could reveal more about Louisiana's Ice Age past

A discovery beneath the ground in Acadia Parish is giving researchers another glimpse into Louisiana's prehistoric past — and could reveal more about the animals that once roamed the region. Landowner Curt Matte discovered mammoth remains on private property near Richard after finding a fragmented tooth buried in the...

Acadia Parish, LA · 2d

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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 · 9h

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Louisiana State Police cancels advisory for missing 13-year-old New Iberia boy

IBERIA — Louisiana State Police cancelled a Level II Endangered/Missing Child Advisory on behalf of the Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office for a 13-year-old boy missing from New Iberia. The teen was later safely located.

New Iberia, LA · 2d

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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 · 10h

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Man booked into Acadia Parish Jail after fatal Church Point shooting

Church Point police arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with an Oct. 13 fatal shooting, the department said. Jason Hopkins Jr. of Church Point was booked into Acadia Parish Jail on counts of possession of a firearm or carrying a concealed weapon by a convicted felon, simple burglary and obstruction of justice, police said.

Church Point, LA · 2d

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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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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 · 5h

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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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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 · 3h

What Now New Orleans

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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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He never faced an election opponent in 31 years. Now Lafayette Judge Doug Saloom is retiring.

In 31 years on the Lafayette City Court bench, Judge Doug Saloom has never faced an opponent for reelection. He has a theory about why. "You need 50.01% of the public's vote to win, but you need 100% of the lawyers not to run against you," Saloom said. For Saloom,...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

Parade

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Jason Aldean and Lauren Alaina Headlining Massive 2-Day Country Music and Rodeo Event as 19-Stop National Tour Announces First-Ever Stadium Show

The two-day event will feature Jason Aldean, Treaty Oak Revival, Lauren Alaina and Fox N' Vead, along with bull riding, barrel racing and freestyle bullfighting.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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For Cajuns, the defense saving the day was perfect way to achieve redemption

There are a lot of ways to win a football game. For the UL Ragin' Cajuns, having the defense make a play to spoil the opponent's potential game-winning drive was the perfect way. "When I tell you, that's what we needed, I can't say it any more clearly than that,"...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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Free Museum Passes With A Lafayette Public Library Card

Your Lafayette library card opens doors for free, from the Childrens Museum of Acadiana to Vermilionville, plus museum passes you can reserve at any branch.

Lafayette, LA · 1d