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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 · 1d

Talk Radio 960am

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Seven Thursday Plate Lunch Picks Across Acadiana, From Chicken To Sausage

The weekend's almost here, and you can feel it in what Acadiana's plate lunch spots are serving this Thursday. Chicken, sausage, and a couple of curveballs.

Lafayette, LA · 20h

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 · 1d
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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 · 2d
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Vietnam veteran seeks help caring for St. Matthew Cemetery in New Iberia

NEW IBERIA, La. (KLFY) — For the Rev. Harold Antoine, serving his community means caring for those laid to rest at St. Matthew Cemetery. This Veterans Day, the Vietnam veteran is asking others to join him. Antoine, who is in his late 70s, has been volunteering his time to...

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 · 2d

Teche News

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Cecilia blasts Carencro 51-22 to claim share of 5-4A crown

Cecilia – The Cecilia High Bulldogs had a mission to accomplish before Friday night’s regular-season football finale against District 5-4A leading Carencro High School — beat the Golden Bears to claim a share of the district title and earn a home spot to open the Division II Non-Select playoffs.

Carencro, LA · 1d

The Daily Advertiser

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Youngsville sailor builds confidence while serving aboard Navy destroyer

For Youngsville native Cynthia Laborde, joining the U.S. Navy was about more than seeing the world or serving her country. It was about setting an example, honoring her family's support and proving to herself that she could succeed in one of the nation's most demanding professions. Now serving aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan out of Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia , the 2023 Marksville High School graduate is quickly adapting to life at sea while representing Acadiana on a global stage. Laborde joined the Navy just 10 months ago, motivated in part by a desire to be a role model for her younger brothers. “I want to provide a positive role model for both of my brothers since they are 18 now,” Laborde said. “I think it's important to set the best example I can.” That drive to lead by example was instilled at an early age by her mother, who encouraged her to push through challenges and maintain high expectations for herself. “My mom has always held me to a high standard with everything I ever did,” Laborde said. “Because of her, I recognize that I can do hard things and succeed.” Today, Laborde serves as a professional apprentice

Youngsville, LA · 21h

KPEL 96.5

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Louisiana Law Could Cost Parents $250 for School Tardiness

Louisiana parents could face fines or even jail time if their children are repeatedly late to school. Here's what state law says.

Louisiana · 2d

KLFY.com

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UL alum makes ‘significant bequest’ to Hilliard Art Museum

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — An alumnus of the University of Louisiana Lafayette is making a major donation to the campus’s Hilliard Art Museum. According to a news release from the school, Chad Bushnell, a 1974 architecture graduate of UL (USL at the time), and his wife, Terri Colangelo, have made a “significant bequest” to the museum to help sustain its future.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

kpel965.com

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Louisiana Attorney Is Giving Away Free Bicycles

(Lafayette, LA) - A Louisiana attorney has announced that once again this year, he will be giving away 600 bicycles to children across our state. Bicycles will be given away in several cities, including Lafayette, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans. Gordon McKernan has been giving away free bicycles for 14...

Lafayette, LA · 1d

The Daily Advertiser

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Contenders and pretenders as 31 Lafayette-area football teams reach postseason

The matchups are set and the times locked in. And with the 2026 LHSAA football playoff brackets released, the road to the Superdome is laid out. Thirty-one teams from Lafayette Parish and its surrounding area made the cut, earning their spot across the eight divisions. Among those teams, some have a destiny that includes hardware coming back to their respective communities. Other teams will have a different path, some may call it an underdog route, as they look to shock the state with deep postseason runs. For some teams, the postseason journey may be a short one with tough opening-round matchups on the docket that may be too much to handle. The Daily Advertiser has decided to place each area team in one of three categories as either state championship contenders, pretenders or darkhorses. A championship contender is a team likely to play in the Superdome. A pretender is a team that likely won’t make it past the first or second round. The darkhorses? Well, it's anyone's guess. Contenders Eunice (10-0): The Bobcats earned the No. 3 seed and a bye in the Non-Select Division II bracket after completing a perfect regular season for the fifth time in school history.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

thevermilion.net

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Priya’s: Bringing India to Lafayette

Located at 4807 Johnston St., Ste L, Priya’s J&J Indian Foods is a local, family-owned restaurant that specializes in South Indian cuisine. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes that feature homemade spices, fresh ingredients and traditional recipes. This restaurant has become a community staple, winning Best Indian Restaurant under Acadiana’s Choice for four consecutive years, from 2023-2026. Their menu offers a variety of classic Indian dishes, including samosas, soups, salads, meat entrees, vegan entrees, biryanis and naan, along with homemade lemonades.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

houmatimes.com

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Mother-daughter duo seek to bring E.D. White its second Volleyball State Championship in school history

A season that Coach Sarah Johnson initially expected to be a rebuilding year has turned into a chance for the E.D. White Cardinals to compete for a state volleyball championship. The Lady Cardinals have advanced to the state tournament with a relatively young roster, looking to capture the second state...

Thibodaux, LA · 11h

The Spun

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Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns Look to Keep Rolling Against Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks in Week 11

A comprehensive preview, including betting odds and predictions, for the NCAAF game between the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns and Louisiana-Monroe Warhawks.

Lafayette, LA · 12h

thedailyiberian.com

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ARC opens new resale store in New Iberia, creating jobs and affordable shopping opportunities

Shoppers looking for affordable clothing, unique finds and home goods have a new place to browse in New Iberia. The ARC Acadiana Resale Store celebrated its grand opening at 200 E. Admiral Doyle Drive, welcoming community members, city officials and local leaders to explore the new retail space. The spacious,...

New Iberia, LA · 13h

theadvocate.com

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Lafayette city council says no to request to open downtown bar with AI bartenders

The Lafayette City Council on Tuesday denied a permit for a downtown AI bar that was opposed by the Downtown Development Authority. DDA CEO Kevin Blanchard said his board opposes the issuance of a conditional use permit for Plush, 201 Jefferson St., Suite B, which would have added 350 or more patrons to an already crowded and problematic downtown.

Lafayette, LA · 1d

theadvocate.com

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STM, Teurings could be on collision course in Division II state semifinals

St. Thomas More’s volleyball dominance has been well-documented. The Cougars have qualified for the state tournament every year since 2002, winning 11 state championships — the first in 2010, which was coach Jessica Burke’s first year at the helm. Although it's been business as usual for the...

Lafayette, LA · 1d