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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.
Read moreThis is a parish headlines roundup for July 14, 2026, highlighting local news and events in the Acadiana/Lafayette area. The article invites residents to share news tips and event information with the local news station.
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A Lafayette woman participates in a monthly charitable initiative called "Pay it Forward," where Giles Automotive owner Bob Giles gives recipients the opportunity to donate $1,000 to someone they know. Denise Begnaud was selected this month after seeing the charitable segment on News 10.
Read moreTravel influencer Jack Kadis is walking the outline of the entire United States while documenting the people and places he encounters. His journey recently brought him through Louisiana as part of this cross-country adventure.
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The U.S. Blue Angels will perform an aerial demonstration in Lake Charles on August 29-30 as part of Thunder Over Louisiana. Tickets are available for purchase on the event website, with limited availability each day and no tented areas provided.
Read moreLafayette Parish School System has approximately 1,000 food boxes remaining from its summer program available for distribution. The boxes will be distributed Wednesday morning on a first-come, first-served basis to community members in need.
Read moreLocal restaurant owners Daniel Lugo and Eli Mendoza are leading a relief effort to help Venezuela following devastating twin earthquakes on June 24. They have been raising awareness and collecting donations through social media to support those affected by the disaster.
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The Lafayette Brick Convention is returning to Lafayette on July 18-19, featuring over 2 million LEGO bricks and more than 100 different LEGO creations and masterpieces built by LEGO artists. The event offers LEGO enthusiasts of all ages a chance to see new displays and creations from 2025.
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Joi Elizabeth Nelson, a student at Charles M. Burke Elementary School in Acadiana, has been selected as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster. The young student aspires to become an astronaut, teacher, or music writer and demonstrates talent in delivering weather forecasts.
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FEMA has opened Disaster Recovery Centers in parishes affected by Tropical Storm Arthur, with one location at Washington's community center serving St. Landry Parish residents. These centers are helping residents access assistance and begin their recovery process following the storm.
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The City of Rayne celebrated the establishment of its first Historic District on Friday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, marking the culmination of more than 142 years of preservation efforts. The milestone recognizes the city's commitment to protecting its architectural heritage and historic character for future generations.
Read moreMike Richard transformed a cattle pasture into a series of ponds at his family's nursery near New Iberia 40 years ago to conserve groundwater. The man-made habitat has become a paradise for wildlife, now drawing thousands of birds to the area.
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