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Flags will be flown at half-staff on Monday and Tuesday to honor LSU legend Skip Bertman, the iconic baseball coach who made a significant impact on the university and Louisiana sports history.
Read moreThe Mercredi Show in Carencro has announced its Fall 2026 lineup, featuring seven weeks of live music, food, and community activities at Pelican Park. The popular outdoor entertainment series is preparing for another season of events.
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The Thunder Over Louisiana Air Show will bring the historic P-40 Warhawk fighter plane to Lake Charles for demonstrations on August 29-30, marking the aircraft's first-ever appearance in the city. This iconic World War II aircraft will perform aerial displays during the air show event.
Read moreAcadiana Area for Veterans is organizing a donation drive to create care packages for veterans, retired firefighters, and police officers residing in local nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The initiative aims to bring extra joy and support to these service members during their time in care facilities.
Read moreSpaceX's potential development plans for Pecan Island are generating mixed reactions from local outdoorsmen who depend on the area for hunting and fishing. The project raises concerns about environmental impacts on Louisiana's natural resources and recreational opportunities.
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A scoreboard at M.L. Tigue Moore Field caught fire this evening, according to officials. The incident occurred at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's athletic facility. Emergency response details are pending.
Read moreA fire broke out at M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field at Russo Park on the University of Louisiana at Lafayette campus, prompting Lafayette firefighters to respond. The flames were quickly extinguished by emergency personnel.
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Hunters for the Hungry is hosting Clean Out Your Freezer Day this Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., inviting locals to donate frozen food items to support the organization's mission of feeding the hungry in the community.
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A woman was recorded dragging a Black doll through LSU's student union on Wednesday, August 19, sparking outrage and concern from the university community about the incident's implications.
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The City of Opelousas held its first Little League awards banquet to celebrate and honor youth baseball and softball players from the community. The event featured city officials, former baseball players, and LSU coach Matt Deggs as it aimed to recognize the young athletes' accomplishments and foster their development and self-esteem.
Read moreFranklin city leaders and New Orleans Restoration Properties have completed nearly five years of work to transform the vacant Franklin Foundation Hospital into a senior living community. The repurposing project will bring new life to the long-empty hospital building and provide housing options for seniors in the Franklin area.
Read moreLouisiana will showcase its unique spirit at the 2027 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser unveiled the design of Louisiana's float and announced the headlining entertainer who will represent the state at the 138th Rose Parade.
Read moreAt 23 years old, Cameron Theyard has built a successful creative career in Lafayette centered around videography and filmmaking. Starting at just 14 when he filmed his first wedding, Theyard turned his childhood passion for cameras into a thriving business that showcases the path he has carved for himself in the local community.
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Louisiana's float for the 138th Rose Parade will feature a pelican dressed in Mardi Gras colors, showcasing the state's iconic symbols. The design was unveiled Thursday and will be displayed in the New Year's Day parade.
Read moreTen first responders from Central Louisiana gathered to reunite with the family of a two-month-old infant whose life they saved. The heartwarming reunion brought together the emergency personnel who responded to the medical emergency that threatened the infant's life.
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The Creole Renaissance Festival is returning to Rayne on September 6 to celebrate and honor Creole heritage and culture. The festival brings the community together for a celebration of local traditions and history.
Read moreA community initiative in Mamou is revitalizing the downtown area through plans for a Town Square, Pop-Up Market Hub, and a historical museum dedicated to celebrating the town's Cajun, Creole, and zydeco music heritage.
Read moreLafayette city government has unveiled signage honoring Deanna Bostick, known as 'Ma D,' for her pioneering work in making youth soccer accessible to children throughout Lafayette. The dedication recognizes her significant contributions to the development and growth of soccer programs in the community.
Read moreTim Noel, a well-known local hair stylist in the Acadiana area, has passed away at age 66. A gathering of friends is planned for Saturday at Geesey-Ferguson Funeral Home to celebrate his life and legacy.
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A new sign was unveiled at Moore Park Soccer Complex to honor Deanna Bostick, a pioneering figure in Lafayette youth soccer and founder of the Louisiana Youth Soccer Association. The recognition celebrates her significant contributions to developing soccer programs for young athletes in the region.
Read moreDowntown Lafayette Unlimited is kicking off the Fall 2026 season of Downtown Alive on August 28th, featuring The Vermillionaires and opening act The Pride of Acadiana. This is the fourth annual Ragin' Cajuns Downtown Alive event.
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Louisiana hunters can now apply for deer and waterfowl lottery hunts on state-managed wildlife areas for the 2026-27 hunting season. Applications for deer lottery hunts are being accepted through August 31, with waterfowl hunt applications having a separate deadline, according to the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
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Louisiana is opening a lottery system in August for recreational alligator hunting season. This annual event allows residents to participate in the state's alligator hunting program through a lottery selection process.
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Festivals Acadiens et Créoles has announced its 2026 music lineup, featuring the return of the historic Scène '76 stage through a partnership with the Smithsonian Institution. The celebration will highlight 250 years of Acadian and Creole cultural fusion in the region.
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