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The first Battle of the Boot Regional Skate Competition is taking place Saturday at Thomas Park skatepark in Lafayette. This regional skateboarding competition will bring skaters together to compete at the local facility.
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A disaster recovery center has opened in Plaucheville to assist communities in Southern Avoyelles Parish as they transition from rescue operations to long-term recovery following recent flooding that impacted the region.
Read moreServing Good Vibes is hosting a free World Cup block party on Sunday at the 400 block of Jefferson Street in downtown Lafayette, featuring live music and a large screen for viewing.
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Cajun Navy 2016, a volunteer-based disaster relief organization from Louisiana, has deployed a team of trained rescue personnel to Kerr County, Texas to assist with flood relief efforts. The group represents the local Acadiana community's commitment to helping others during natural disasters.
Read moreEugene Kwarteng, a Lafayette resident who has practiced tai chi for over a decade, is opening a tai chi studio in a local strip mall to introduce this ancient martial art to the community. The move brings a new wellness and fitness option to the Lafayette area.
Read moreThe LEGO Brick Convention is returning to Blackham Coliseum in Lafayette for its second year on July 18-19, 2026. The family-friendly event welcomes fans of all ages to celebrate their love of LEGO building.
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The Rotary Club of Abbeville has relocated its luncheon featuring Senator Bob Hensgens to the Erath Community Center to better accommodate attendees. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 22 at 12 p.m. at the new venue.
Read moreA Rotary Club lunch meeting focused on discussing a SpaceX agreement's impact on Vermilion Parish has been relocated to the Erath Community Center due to higher-than-expected attendance. The move accommodates the large number of community members interested in learning about the SpaceX development.
Read moreKerry Bissoon, known as the "Spicy Man," is sharing his Trinidadian culture with the Acadiana community through homemade pepper sauces and traditional dishes. He is using his culinary creations to bring people together and celebrate his heritage across the region.
Read moreThe Iberia Parish Mosquito Control District will conduct aerial mosquito spraying operations tonight, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings to combat elevated mosquito populations. The operations will proceed if weather conditions are favorable.
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Dudley DeBosier is hosting a Back-to-School Gift Card Giveaway to help Louisiana families with school supply costs as the new school year approaches. Ten winners will each receive a $200 gift card as part of this community-focused campaign designed to ease the financial burden on households across the state.
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The USDA has approved a temporary waiver allowing SNAP recipients affected by Tropical Storm Arthur in Louisiana to use their benefits to purchase hot and prepared foods. This assistance will remain available through August 13, 2026, helping residents in storm-impacted areas access meals more flexibly.
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WWE Friday Night SmackDown is returning to the Cajundome in Lafayette for the first time in three years on October 9. The event offers wrestling fans an exciting opportunity to see professional wrestling entertainment at the local venue.
Read moreA Lafayette Parish homeowner reports that a fallen tree has blocked part of the Vermilion River behind his property for three weeks, accumulating debris and restricting water flow. The Bayou Vermilion District has cited restrictions that are preventing the tree's removal, leaving the homeowner waiting for a resolution.
Read moreDue to Tropical Storm Arthur, Louisiana SNAP holders have been granted a temporary waiver allowing them to purchase hot foods through mid-August. This special provision helps residents affected by the storm access prepared meals during the emergency period.
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Acadian Ambulance honored 17 first responders from the Acadiana area for their heroic response to a cardiac arrest incident at Festival International in April. The team's quick action—beginning CPR within one minute of a 70-year-old woman's collapse—exemplified the lifesaving teamwork that saved her life.
Read moreThis article provides a comprehensive list of boil order announcements affecting water systems across Acadiana's parishes. The list is regularly updated as new boil order announcements are issued by local water authorities.
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Ville Platte celebrated the success of both of its undefeated Pony League softball teams. The community honored the achievements of the young athletes who completed their seasons without a loss.
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Sara Laviolette, a 45-year-old Youngsville woman, is battling Stage 4 metastatic cancer just four years after surviving Stage 3 breast cancer. Her son Cooper is organizing a benefit event to help cover the financial costs of her treatment and care.
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Five-year-old Walker from Lafayette, who is in remission from leukemia, was honored at a send-off celebration before embarking on a Make-A-Wish trip to Disney World. The trip is being sponsored by Talos Energy as part of a partnership to support Walker's journey.
Read moreAetna Better Health of Louisiana and Goodr have partnered to bring a 'Food is Medicine' mobile market to Lafayette that provides free groceries and health education. The program operates at the SWLA Center for Health Services and aims to address food insecurity while supporting chronic care management in the community.
Read moreThe Battle of the Boot regional skate competitions are launching across Louisiana as part of the road to the inaugural MoonPay X Games League Championship. The competitions are being held in advance of the X Games New Orleans 2026 event.
Read moreThe Performing Arts Society of Acadiana (PASA) has announced its 26-27 season lineup, featuring Grammy-winning artists Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves performing a tribute to John Coltrane's music. The performance is scheduled for Sunday, September 27 at the Heymann Center in Lafayette.
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The Performing Arts Serving Acadiana (PASA) has announced its 2026-27 season lineup, which will begin with Grammy-winning artists Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves performing a tribute to John Coltrane's music. The season will feature legacy artists and innovative productions as part of PASA's upcoming offerings.
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