FoodNet Food Bank is launching its Summer "Grab One Extra" Food Drive to combat rising food insecurity in the Acadiana region during the summer months. The initiative encourages community members to donate extra food items to help those in need. This seasonal drive addresses the increased demand for food assistance that occurs during summer in the local area.
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VideoYoungsville residents are experiencing persistent discolored tap water that has been worsening over time, with resident Matthew Mahl reporting the problem has grown progressively worse since moving into his home six months ago. The water quality issue continues to affect multiple residents in the community.
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VideoLafayette resident John Brasseaux, who uses a wheelchair and operates a van with a side-deploying ramp, says he frequently struggles to find van-accessible parking spaces throughout Lafayette, which limits his ability to safely exit his vehicle and attend appointments. The shortage of compliant parking spaces is creating barriers for people with disabilities in the city.
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The St. Landry Parish annual haunted house has returned to the Opelousas Yambilee Building through October 31, offering a quarter-mile-long attraction. Admission is $2 per person, with hours from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. nightly through the end of the month.
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