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Community & EventsThe Acadiana Eats Festival V is expanding to a two-day event on October 23-24, 2026, at the West Village Development in Scott. The festival, presented by Tony's Cajun Kick Seasoning, will offer an enhanced experience showcasing Acadiana's culinary traditions.
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Community & EventsA woman who runs Little Zion Community Outreach Center in Verdunville is profiled for her work providing food, faith, and encouragement to those in need in the community.
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Community & EventsA Vermilion Parish family shares their experience after their 15-month-old son, Asher, was diagnosed with a brain tumor following a routine MRI for developmental delays. Born prematurely at 27 weeks, the infant underwent life-changing brain surgery after doctors discovered the tumor.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThe Louisiana Department of Health has announced details for residents in four parishes to apply for DSNAP (Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), which provides emergency food assistance following a disaster. Eligible residents should review the application requirements and deadlines to access these disaster food stamps.
Read moreCommunity & EventsMillions of eggs sold at Kroger and Brookshire's locations across several states, including Louisiana, are being recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. Consumers who purchased eggs from these retailers should check their purchases and follow recall guidance to avoid foodborne illness.
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Community & EventsA 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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Community & EventsNearly 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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Community & EventsCarencro 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLafayette 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsCajun 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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Community & EventsA 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThe 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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Community & EventsThe 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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Community & EventsTwo 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLurcy 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsSt. 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLafayette 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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Community & EventsThe 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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Community & EventsDunkin' 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLouisiana 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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Community & EventsLafayette 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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Community & EventsKim 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsKim 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.
Read moreCommunity & EventsDowntown 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.
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