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WGNO

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Two men wanted in connection with Acadia Parish attempted kidnapping of young girl

Authorities are searching for two suspects who tried to kidnap a young girl in Acadia Parish on Sunday.

Acadia Parish, LA · 1d

WALA-TV FOX10

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Acadia Parish School System computer network ‘potentially compromised’

The Acadia Parish School System shut down its computer systems after the superintendent confirmed a “potential compromise” of the district’s network. The announcement was made via social media on Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Acadia Parish, LA · 13h

MyArkLaMiss

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Couple accused of abusing elderly Louisiana man

Jesse Gifford, 61, and Marcia Gifford, 63, are each charged with cruelty to the infirm and stalking.

Lafayette Parish, LA · 1d

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 · 2d

houmatimes.com

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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 · 16h

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 · 1d

theadvocate.com

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Lafayette man charged with murder in overdose death

Lafayette police arrested a 38-year-old man Tuesday on a second-degree murder warrant in connection with an Aug. 30 fatal overdose. Logan Bishop of Lafayette was arrested in the 200 block of Jackson Street, where officers found illegal narcotics, police said. Billy Douglas III, 50, of Lafayette died of the overdose...

Lafayette, LA · 23h

Talk Radio 960am

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Family Says Lafayette Shooting Victim Was Not Intended Target

A Lafayette shooting has reportedly claimed the life of a 22-year-old man. His family is sharing new details about what happened.

Lafayette, LA · 10h

fastfoodclub.com

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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 · 2d

theadvocate.com

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Lafayette man arrested after nearly 5 pounds of cocaine found in traffic stop

A Lafayette man was arrested Sunday after Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office narcotics agents said they found nearly 5 pounds of cocaine in his vehicle during a traffic stop on Interstate 10 near Scott. Isiah Mouton, 37, was pulled over for traffic violations Sunday afternoon, the Sheriff’s Office said in...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

theadvocate.com

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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

KPLC TV

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Drought raises costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers

ACADIA PARISH, La. (Acadiana News First) - A persistent drought is driving up costs for Acadiana crawfish farmers, who remain hopeful that next year’s harvest will meet demand. The lack of rain in the forecast could raise what consumers pay the next time they buy a sack of crawfish.

Acadia Parish, LA · 1d

97.3 The Dawg

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Free Turkeys In Opelousas And Carencro As Food Costs Climb 34 Percent

Food costs are squeezing Acadiana budgets, so State Representative Dustin Miller is giving away turkeys this holiday.

Opelousas, LA · 1d

KLFY.com

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Man charged with attempted murder in connection with Lafayette drive-by shooting

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — A Lafayette man has been arrested and charged with attempted murder in connection with a drive-by shooting on Ambroise Street last week, authorities said. Jaquan Gardner, 20, is charged with six counts of attempted first degree murder in connection with this case, officials said. According...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

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 · 1d

KLFY.com

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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 · 2d

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 · 2d

The Current Media

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One month after motel closures, Lafayette looks for solutions

Since the abrupt eviction at the Express Inn and the notice of impending closure at the Plantation Motor Inn one month ago, the former residents of both motels have scattered across the city. A young mother and her son are living week by week in a hotel, waiting for their...

Lafayette, LA · 21h

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 · 2d