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A Lake Charles man named Andy Saltzman won a $100,002 Easy 5 lottery jackpot from the July 15 drawing. This Louisiana lottery winner claimed his prize from the state lottery game.
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Nearly 1.6 million eggs have been recalled due to salmonella concerns, with Louisiana products among those impacted. The recall affects both white and cage-free brown eggs sold in the state.
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Carencro native Ja'Loni Broussard has earned a position on the Chicago Luvabulls Dance Team, the official dance team of the NBA's Chicago Bulls. The City of Carencro recognized her achievement as a local success story.
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Lafayette native Keondria Francis, an urban fiction editor, is working to increase representation of Black editors and authors in the literary world. Francis is sharing her own story while helping lift the voices of underrepresented writers in publishing.
Leer másCajun musician Jay Cormier has passed away. Cormier was a respected member of several local bands including Cajun Born, Jay Cormier & Rodney Miller, and the Superpickers, and had been recognized by the Cajun French Music Association.
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A Vermilion Parish family filed a complaint with the Louisiana State Board of Embalmers and Funeral Directors against a New Orleans funeral home after weeks of delayed communication regarding their loved one's cremated remains. The family is now expected to finally receive the remains after the complaint was filed.
Leer másThe iconic Oscar Mayer Wienermobile, a 27-foot hot dog-shaped vehicle, is visiting Acadiana this week with stops at Rouses locations and the Children's Museum of Acadiana on Thursday and Friday.
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The Mega Millions lottery is offering the 10th-largest jackpot in its history on Tuesday, giving Louisiana residents another chance to win big. The article explores whether Louisiana is due for a major lottery win.
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Two volunteers are working to raise $7,000 in closing costs to help a 78-year-old U.S. Army veteran in Lafayette avoid losing his home. The fundraising effort aims to prevent the veteran from becoming homeless.
Leer másLurcy Marceaux, who served as Construction and Property Manager for Southern Mutual Help Association, Inc. in New Iberia for nearly 50 years, has passed away. Services are being held to honor his long dedication to the organization and community.
Leer másSt. Martinville's Cultural Camp is offering local children a summer program that combines art, sports, music, and history. The city's Culture, Recreation and Tourism Department is using the camp to help kids engage with their community and cultural heritage before summer ends.
Leer másLafayette is opening daily cooling shelters to help residents during the current heatwave. The cooling centers include all Lafayette public libraries and several park recreation centers, which will be open during the hottest parts of the day to provide relief from extreme heat.
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The city of Abbeville has reinstalled its welcome sign along LA 167 after it was damaged in a vehicle collision in February. The sign, which has served as a recognizable landmark for the past 15 years, is now back in place to welcome visitors to the city.
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Dunkin' Donuts locations in Lafayette are participating in National Drive-Thru Day celebrations on July 24 and 25 with special giveaways and promotions. The event highlights the convenience and speed of drive-thru service at the popular coffee and donut chain.
Leer másLouisiana has approved D-SNAP (Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for approximately 87,500 households across four parishes impacted by Tropical Storm Arthur. The relief program will help affected families with grocery expenses as they recover from the storm.
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Lafayette Parish has opened cooling centers to help residents stay safe during extreme heat conditions. The cooling centers operated by the Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness are available from July 20-24 as temperatures rise across Acadiana.
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Kim Boudreaux, CEO of Catholic Charities of Acadiana, met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican in May as part of a Catholic Charities USA delegation. The visit highlights the local organization's involvement in national Catholic leadership circles.
Leer másKim Boudreaux, CEO of Catholic Charities of Acadiana, was part of a delegation that met with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican in May. The meeting included Catholic Charities USA board members and leadership during a private audience with the pontiff.
Leer másDowntown Lafayette hosted a World Cup Final watch party on Sunday as soccer fans gathered to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup championship. Spain claimed the championship while the community came together to enjoy the match in the heart of the city.
Leer másA back-to-school supply drive held Sunday afternoon in Lafayette distributed more than 350 backpacks to local families, helping ease the financial burden of school supply shopping for parents including disabled veterans.
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New England Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte, a Westgate High School alumnus, hosted a free youth football camp in his hometown of New Iberia on Sunday. The event gave young athletes the opportunity to learn from a professional player while being inspired to pursue their athletic goals in their community.
Leer másDavid Gautreaux, inspired by his late wife, plans to launch a local LEGO club in Acadiana after connecting with fellow builders at the Lafayette Brick Convention. The convention drew more than 3,500 visitors to Blackham Coliseum, demonstrating strong community interest in LEGO building and collection.
Leer másLafayette Parish is developing a vibrant soccer culture with local establishments like The Hangout Sports Pub becoming gathering places for fans. The pub has been a hub for World Cup viewing and soccer enthusiasts who have been fostering the sport's popularity in the community for years.
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Kylie Savant, a student at Port Barre Elementary School, is featured as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster. She aspires to become a nurse because of her passion for helping people.
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