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Community & EventsThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has announced a special nine-day black-bellied whistling duck hunting season set for October. This seasonal hunting opportunity is being offered to Louisiana residents and visitors. For details on dates, bag limits, and regulations, hunters should check the LDWF website or contact their local office.
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Community & EventsOvey Comeaux High School is hosting a Legacy Walk event for alumni, staff, and community members to celebrate the school's history. The event comes ahead of the school's closure and renovation into the Ovey Comeaux Workforce Innovation Academy. The community is invited to participate in honoring the school's legacy during this transition.
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Community & EventsCrowley Counseling Center is celebrating its one-year milestone of providing professional mental health services to the community. The center offers individual therapy, family therapy, and play therapy services, accepting Medicaid, private insurance, and self-pay clients to make counseling accessible to residents.
Read moreCommunity & EventsA historic building in the Lafayette area that partially collapsed in May will be demolished following a decision by the LPTFA Board of Trustees. The board has directed staff to proceed with demolishing the remaining three walls of the two-story section, pending necessary state review and approvals.
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Community & EventsA sign advertising a charity fishing tournament fundraiser for St. Jude in Erath was stolen over the weekend. The tournament organizers lost one of their promotional signs, which were meant to help spread awareness about the upcoming event. The incident highlights challenges faced by local charitable organizations trying to promote their fundraising activities.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLake Charles has struggled to meet its tree restoration goals after losing a third of its tree canopy due to extreme weather. A resilient tree nicknamed 'Mary' has become a symbol of the city's environmental recovery efforts. The tree's survival may inspire and guide the city's approach to restoring its natural landscape.
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Community & EventsAn Opelousas family, the Lemelles, has traveled to Rome after discovering they have family ties to Pope Leo XIV. The St. Landry Parish family is meeting with the Pope during their trip, marking a significant and unique opportunity for this local family.
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Community & EventsA Lafayette teenager is sharing her personal scoliosis diagnosis story during June's Scoliosis Awareness Month to help others facing similar health challenges feel less alone. The teen's advocacy effort highlights the importance of community support for young people navigating chronic health conditions in the Acadiana area.
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Community & EventsNew Iberia Senior High School has announced Zi'yon Hill Green as its new head football coach. Green, a New Iberia native, returns to his hometown where he watched the program grow up, bringing personal significance to the role.
Read moreCommunity & EventsHoly Ground Homeless Outreach is transforming a Lake Charles motel into transitional housing, expanding their efforts to provide 100 rooms for individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The initiative builds on the organization's existing use of the 72-room motel for similar purposes in the region.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThree Lafayette Parish Rotary clubs — Lafayette, Lafayette North, and Youngsville — are joining together to host an adults-only "Bingo After Dark" event for Acadiana residents. The event is being organized as a fundraiser to support charitable causes. This collaborative effort brings a fun social gathering to the local community while supporting the Rotary clubs' philanthropic mission.
Read moreCommunity & EventsCBS News correspondent David Begnaud is inviting Acadiana residents to nominate their unsung heroes for the Undercurrent Awards 2026. The nomination deadline is July 15, and this is an opportunity to recognize local individuals making a difference in the community.
Read moreCommunity & EventsRayne WWII veteran Prigeon Fontenot, now 100 years old, returned to Normandy to commemorate the 82nd anniversary of D-Day. The local veteran revisited the battleground where he fought against German soldiers during World War II. His journey honors both his service and the historic significance of the D-Day invasion.
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Community & EventsThe Port Barre Police Department is launching a free Youth Mentor Program for local school students and children in the area, starting this month. Registration remains open until Monday, June 15, and the program aims to provide valuable mentorship and support to youth in the community.
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Community & EventsA father is warning the Acadiana community about a dangerous social media challenge that has reemerged, after his daughter was hospitalized due to participation in the trend. Health officials have been alerting the public about this challenge since at least 2020, and several children have died as a result of attempting it.
Read moreCommunity & EventsMMA fighter Joshua Dunbar is hosting a job fair in Saint Martinville on Tuesday in partnership with the OMA Foundation. The event aims to create employment opportunities for local residents in the Acadiana area.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLee Amedee from the University of Louisiana has won the prestigious Tony Gwynn Community Service Trophy, a national award recognizing exceptional community service. This is the second annual presentation of the award, which honors athletes dedicated to making a positive impact in their communities.
Read moreCommunity & EventsFriends, colleagues, and members of Acadiana's Creole community are honoring the legacy of award-winning journalist Ruth Foote, a pioneering storyteller. Foote's work helped preserve the region's rich history and culture for future generations. The remembrance celebrates her significant contributions to documenting and sharing Acadiana's heritage.
Read moreCommunity & EventsFloyd Brown, a legendary Louisiana swamp pop and country singer, has passed away at age 79 following a long battle with cancer. Brown left behind a significant musical legacy that blended the distinctive swamp pop and country genres characteristic of Louisiana's musical heritage. His contributions to regional music have made him an important figure in Acadiana's cultural history.
Read moreCommunity & EventsRuth Foote, a journalist dedicated to documenting and preserving Creole culture in the region, has passed away. Known for her empathetic and curious approach to storytelling, Foote gave voice to the people and events that shaped Acadiana's rich cultural heritage. Her work as an arts, history, and culture advocate left a lasting impact on the local community.
Read moreCommunity & EventsRuth Foote, a renowned Creole historian and journalist who dedicated her career to documenting the Louisiana Creole community, has passed away at age 67. Her work was instrumental in preserving and sharing the rich cultural heritage of Louisiana's Creole population. Foote's contributions to journalism and historical documentation have left a lasting impact on the community she served.
Read moreCommunity & EventsSt. Martin Parish residents have raised concerns about odors, dust, and potential health impacts from a large sugarcane bagasse storage pile owned by the Louisiana Sugar Cane Cooperative located off La. 31. The site has drawn scrutiny from local officials after residents reported environmental and health-related issues linked to the facility.
Read moreCommunity & EventsJessica Brown-Mason and Emilie Duhon of Resilience Rise have successfully advocated for official recognition of their Washington Heights community organization after years of advocacy and education efforts. With their formal seat at the table, the founders can now have a greater impact on unifying and representing their neighborhood.
Read moreCommunity & EventsAuthor Shome Dasgupta shares his personal journey of maintaining sobriety in Lafayette, a region where alcohol culture is deeply embedded in the community. The article explores the challenges and rewards of living sober in Acadiana and offers perspective on finding peace despite the cultural emphasis on drinking in the area.
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