The 83rd annual Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival returns to New Iberia this week from September 24-27, featuring parades, music, family activities, and local food. The festival is reminding attendees about safety measures during the four-day celebration.
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A new WalletHub study ranked Louisiana as the fourth most overweight state in the nation, highlighting a significant public health challenge affecting Acadiana residents. The study underscores the importance of community wellness initiatives and awareness around obesity prevention in the region.
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A mammoth skeleton has been discovered in the Lafayette area by local landowner Curt Matte. The fossil remains were identified with assistance from Dr. Jennifer Hargrave, the director and paleontologist at UL Lafayette's Science Museum, revealing an important piece of Louisiana's prehistoric past.
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VideoDene Thibeaux, a family law attorney based in Lafayette, has been recognized as a 2024 Remarkable Woman for her dedicated work helping mothers and fathers navigate custody and visitation rights. Thibeaux's legal practice focuses on ensuring deserving parents achieve fair family law outcomes in Acadiana.
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