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Port Barre celebrates 40th anniversary of Cracklin Festival

Port Barre is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its annual Cracklin Festival, a beloved community tradition that began as a simple fundraising initiative and has grown into a major regional event. The festival remains an important gathering for residents and visitors to celebrate local culture and heritage.

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  1. · KATCPort Barre’s 40th Cracklin Festival kicks off
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KLFY2h ago
Community & Events

Port Barre Cracklin Festival raises over $1M for charity

The Port Barre Cracklin Festival, organized by the Port Barre Lions Club, raised over $1 million for charitable organizations supporting health care and youth programs across Louisiana. Over its 40-year history, the festival has donated millions while providing food, entertainment, and community engagement to visitors.

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KATC4h ago
Community & Events

Six new firefighters graduate from Lafayette Fire Department academy

Six new firefighters have completed the Lafayette Fire Department's 22-week academy training program and are now joining the department. The graduates represent fresh additions to the fire department's workforce serving the Lafayette area.

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KLFY10h ago
Community & Events

Should federal land in Louisiana be open for alligator hunting? Have your say

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is seeking public input on a proposal to open federal lands across Louisiana for alligator hunting. The initiative would expand hunting opportunities on federally managed properties throughout the state, including areas in Acadiana.

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