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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 · 1d
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Lafayette Woman Dies After Crash, Family Pleads for Support

A Lafayette family is mourning Ja’Leah Ross, 20, as her father asks for help giving his daughter a proper burial.

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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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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Squirrel Cook-Off brings Acadiana together to support Opelousas man battling cancer

The squirrel gravy was simmering and the competition was heating up at Willie's Campground in Washington, where cooks from across Acadiana gathered to help an Opelousas man battling Stage IV kidney cancer. The 2026 Squirrel Cook-Off took place on Oct. 24, organized by the Gumbo Foundation, brought together longtime competitors,...

Opelousas, LA · 16h

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St. Landry Parish solar farm fires raise resident concerns

OPELOUSAS, La. (Acadiana News First) - Two fires at a solar farm in St. Landry Parish within the span of a month are raising concerns among nearby residents about safety and the potential spread of future fires. One resident who lives near the solar farm and asked to remain anonymous...

St Landry Parish, LA · 2d

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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 · 21h

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Bulls, Bands & Barrels Goes Stadium for the First Time in Lafayette

Bass Pro Shops Bulls, Bands & Barrels “Battle in the Boot” takes place March 5-6, 2027, at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium in Lafayette, with bull riding, barrel racing, freestyle bullfighting, and a concert.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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Buc-ee’s Is Opening Its First Location in This State: ‘Finally Happening’

The travel center chain is opening its first location in Louisiana on Monday, Nov. 9 in Lafayette

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Suspect arrested after October fatal shooting in Church Point

CHURCH POINT, La. (KLFY) -- A wanted man was arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in the 200 block of S. Broadway Street, according to Church Point Police Department. Jason Hopkins Jr., 20, of Church Point, was booked into the Acadia Parish Jail earlier today. Hopkins was charged with possession of firearm/carry concealed weapon by convicted felon (felony), simple burglary and obstruction of justice.

Church Point, LA · 2d

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Mammoth Remains Unearthed in Lafayette Area

Louisiana was once home to mammoths and mastodons. A new discovery near Lafayette is bringing that prehistoric history back to life.

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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Skipping the Long Stir? These Seven Jarred Roux Will Get Your Gumbo Started

Seven jarred roux for Acadiana gumbo, from Savoie’s in Opelousas to Lafayette’s own Ragin’ Cajun. Where does your go-to land?

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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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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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 · 20h

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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 · 14h

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St. Landry Parish's financial practices face more scrutiny as DA, judges sue alleging underpayments

St. Landry Parish Government has underpaid the 27th Judicial District Attorney's Office by nearly $600,000 over the past three years, according to a lawsuit filed Wednesday by District Attorney Chad Pitre. The lawsuit alleges that the parish has failed to meet its constitutionally mandated financial obligations to the DA's office,...

St Landry Parish, LA · 2d

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A Wednesday Cajun Jam and a Bed Upstairs: Road-Tripping to Lafayette's Blue Moon Saloon

Baton Rouge has its share of live music, but some nights call for a drive west on I-10. In downtown Lafayette, the Blue Moon Saloon & Guest House at 215 E. Convent St. has been pairing roots music with a place to sleep it off for 25 years. From Back...

Lafayette, LA · 2d

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LHSAA State Volleyball Playoffs: Quarterfinal matchups

LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - Below are the matchups for the quarterfinal round of the LHSAA state volleyball playoffs. This story will be updated with final scores. See scores from the regional round here. Quarterfinals, semifinals and finals will be held Nov. 12 through Nov. 14 at the Cajundome in...

Lafayette, LA · 17h

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18-year-old Alex Savage becomes youngest elected to Carencro City Council

Eighteen-year-old Alex Savage was elected to the Carencro City Council, aiming to preserve the city's small-town charm and support youth engagement.

Carencro, LA · 2d

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Actor and frequent Spike Lee collaborator will portray Frederick Douglass in Lafayette show

Actor Roger Guenveur Smith will bring his one-man show, "Frederick Douglass Now," to Lafayette on Friday, Nov. 13. The production will start at 7:30 p.m. at The Theater at Baranco (Elementary), 801 Mudd Ave. This marks the first performance in the Popups at Baranco series offered by Performing Arts Serving...

Lafayette, LA · 2d