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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.
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Ten 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.
Leer másA 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.
Leer másLafayette 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.
Leer másTim 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.
Leer másDowntown 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.
Leer másFestivals Acadiens et Créoles has announced its 2026 music lineup for the 52nd annual event, which promises to be bigger than ever. The festival will take place October 8-11, 2026 in the Lafayette area.
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The Lafayette Fire Department is commemorating the creation of a 9/11 memorial as the nation approaches the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks. Local officials are honoring the memory of the more than 3,000 people who lost their lives in New York on that day.
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Lafayette Fire Station No. 11 has closed starting Tuesday, August 18 for approximately six months of major renovations including roof replacement, foundation repairs, and interior work. The project costs $505,000 to complete the necessary upgrades to the station located on Ambassador Caffery Parkway.
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Rhonda Langlinais has been honored as the 2026 Delcambre Shrimp Festival Volunteer of the Year. She is only the fourth person to receive this prestigious annual award, which is selected by the festival president in recognition of outstanding volunteer service.
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Khol Harrington, a student at Forked Island East Broussard Elementary School, has been selected as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster. He is recognized for his engaging personality and talent for delivering weather forecasts to the community.
Leer másThe 74th Delcambre Shrimp Festival is bringing increased foot traffic and new customers to local businesses in the area. The festival features shrimp, music, carnival rides and other attractions that are drawing visitors to the Delcambre community.
Leer másFormer KATC reporter Travis Guillory, a native of New Iberia, has won the Miss Gay America 2026 title in his second year competing for the crown. This achievement highlights the accomplishments of a local media professional in the pageant community.
Leer másLafayette Consolidated Government will demolish the vacant La Quinta hotel property located at 2100 NE Evangeline Thruway on Monday, August 17, 2026, beginning at 7:30 am. The demolition is part of efforts to address blighted properties in the area.
Leer másThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns Volleyball team made a surprise visit to Lafayette Elementary School on Friday morning to greet students and present a special surprise to the school's principal.
Leer másSoutheast Waterworks District No. 2 in Vermilion Parish will conduct a planned system-wide water outage on Monday, August 17th beginning at 9:00 PM. Residents in the affected area should prepare accordingly for the temporary service interruption.
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Lafayette is planning to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. A World Trade Center beam in downtown Lafayette currently serves as a memorial to the victims of the attacks.
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A 7-foot alligator was removed from a residential swimming pool on E. Academy Street in Jennings after police responded to a call about the unexpected visitor. The Jennings Police Department handled the incident to safely remove the alligator from the backyard.
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Skip Bertman, the legendary former LSU head baseball coach, has passed away at age 88. Bertman, a coaching icon who led LSU to multiple College World Series championships, died Friday morning surrounded by his daughters.
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