The Louisiana Department of Health is monitoring cases of Naegleria fowleri, a potentially dangerous amoeba found in tap water that can cause serious infections of the eyes, sinuses, and brain. Health officials are warning residents across Louisiana, including those in Acadiana, about the risks associated with contaminated water supplies.
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More than 20 local restaurants in Lafayette are participating in Dine for the Diner on Thursday, pledging 10% of their day's proceeds to St. Joseph Diner, a soup kitchen that serves over 5,200 meals weekly to people facing hunger and homelessness in Acadiana.
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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette introduced a seven-week-old Catahoula Leopard Dog as its new live mascot during Saturday's football game against South Alabama. The Catahoula, a Louisiana native dog breed, replaces the university's previous mascot at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium.
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VideoSoleil Moore, a 6-year-old from Acadiana, is featured as this week's Kidcaster. She shares that she aspires to become a teacher when she grows up.
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