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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

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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

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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
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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

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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

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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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

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 · 2d

97.3 The Dawg

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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

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 · 2d

Teche News

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The road to the Dome starts at home for CHS Bulldogs

Cecilia – The Cecilia High Bulldogs earned the No. 14 seed in the Division II Non-Select football playoffs after beating District 5-4A rival Carencro 51-22 on Friday. That means the road to the Dome starts at home for the Bulldogs. The Louisiana High School Athletic Associatin’s Prep Classic will be Dec. 1012 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans with state championship games in Select and Non-Select Divisions I-IV.

Cecilia, LA · 1d

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After permit denied, man behind proposed downtown Lafayette nightclub says he’s going to court

The owner of a proposed downtown Lafayette nightclub says he plans to take legal action after the City Council's decision to deny a permit for the business, arguing the vote was unfair and reflected bias against him. Quintin Borel said Wednesday he will challenge the council’s 3-2 vote to deny...

Lafayette, LA · 15h

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School Board hears plan for dealing with job vacancies

Breaux Bridge – St. Martin Parish School Superintendent Frederick Wiltz explained the school system’s new framework for eliminating vacant job positions to help combat the school district’s budget deficit during this past week’s monthly School Board meeting. “As you are aware, we have been working with...

St Martin Parish, LA · 1d

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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 · 23h

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 · 1d

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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 · 1d

Developing Lafayette

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“Project Lion,” The Code Name For A Potential New Amazon “Last-Mile” Delivery Facility Proposed For Lafayette, LA

A large new delivery station warehouse, code-named “Project Lion,” is being proposed near the corner of Ambassador Caffery Parkway and Cameron Street in Lafayette, Louisiana. According to recent records, the proposed development includes a 166,330-square-foot warehouse with a 38,870-square-foot canopy, along with EV fleet infrastructure featuring 64 electric...

Lafayette, LA · 11h

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

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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 · 2d