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Community & EventsYoungsville hosted its annual Red, White & Boom Independence Day celebration at the Sports Complex on Friday evening, drawing families from across the Acadiana region. The event featured traditional Independence Day festivities as part of the city's Fourth of July commemorations.
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Community & EventsYoungsville families are preparing for Fourth of July celebrations, with residents sharing their holiday traditions while shopping at a local fireworks stand. The article highlights diverse plans ranging from pickleball games to poolside gatherings, showcasing how the local community celebrates Independence Day.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThis is a local news roundup highlighting headlines affecting parishes in the Acadiana/Lafayette area for Friday, July 3, 2026. The article invites readers to submit local news tips and event information to the station's news department. It serves as a daily digest of parish-level news and community happenings.
Read moreCommunity & EventsA team of Lafayette documentarians is investigating the mysterious origins of "The Freeze," a line dance that became a craze in Louisiana for generations, despite its roots as a Nashville B-side. The project explores how this song and dance became such a significant part of Louisiana culture and the challenges in tracing its actual history and origins.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThe Honey Bee Farmer's Market has been corrected to July 18, not tomorrow as initially reported. The article provides updated details about the market event for the Lafayette area community.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThe Acadiana Veteran Alliance is providing support for local veterans dealing with PTSD during Independence Day celebrations, as fireworks can trigger difficult reactions in those with service-related trauma. The organization is offering resources and community awareness about how residents can help veterans cope during the holiday festivities.
Read moreCommunity & EventsCorbin NeSmith, a Lafayette-based biochemistry major, has found purpose and direction through mixed martial arts after initially struggling to adjust to life in the area. The local athlete is preparing for his professional MMA debut scheduled for October in Houston, marking a significant milestone in his fighting career.
Read moreCommunity & EventsAn Acadian Ambulance paramedic is offering heat safety advice ahead of the summer holiday season, emphasizing that proper hydration should begin the day before outdoor activities, not just during them. The tip is aimed at helping Acadiana residents avoid heat-related emergencies as temperatures rise this summer.
Read moreCommunity & EventsFat Pat's is hosting a hot dog eating contest as part of Lafayette's Fourth of July celebration at the Stars and Stripes event. The contest will be a featured attraction at the holiday festivities in the Acadiana area.
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Community & EventsLafayette homeschool student Kristian Richard has won the 2026 Congressional Art Competition for Louisiana's 3rd District, as announced by Congressman Clay Higgins. Her winning artwork, titled "With God All Things Are Possible," features the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Lafayette. This achievement recognizes Richard's artistic talent and local pride in depicting an iconic Lafayette landmark.
Read moreCommunity & EventsA back to school bash specifically designed to support children of incarcerated parents will be held at the Robicheaux Recreation Center on Eraste Landry Road in Lafayette on Saturday, July 11. The event aims to provide resources and assistance to local youth during the back-to-school season.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThis is a local news roundup highlighting headlines affecting parishes in the Acadiana/Lafayette area for Thursday, July 2, 2026. The article serves as a compilation of significant local news stories and invites community members to submit event information and news tips to KATC's news team.
Read moreCommunity & EventsTwo families have received keys to newly constructed homes built by Habitat for Humanity in Lafayette, with significant community involvement. The homes were built through the collaborative efforts of Habitat volunteers and the future homeowners themselves, who completed required work hours alongside construction crews. This project demonstrates the community support behind expanding affordable housing options in the Lafayette area.
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Community & EventsA Lafayette woman, Orelia Bessard, has made history as the first person in Louisiana to receive the FineVision HP, a newly FDA-approved artificial lens implant for cataract treatment. The innovative procedure was performed by Dr. Blake K. Williamson in the local area. This advancement in cataract surgery technology is now available to Louisiana residents seeking improved vision correction options.
Read moreCommunity & EventsAmeriHealth is launching a Healthy Food, Healthy Community initiative at a Lafayette grocery store to combat food insecurity in the area. The program aims to help local residents who are struggling to afford groceries. This initiative represents a community effort to address the growing challenge of food accessibility in Acadiana.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLafayette band Cashier has gained significant attention thanks to support from major celebrities like Frank Ocean and Addison Rae. The band is building momentum and fans can catch them performing live in intimate settings like living rooms.
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Community & EventsSt. Landry Parish has launched a donation drive to assist residents affected by recent flooding. The parish is accepting donations of cleaning supplies and products at Sheriff's Office locations throughout the community.
Read moreCommunity & EventsLafayette's animal shelter is participating in a national initiative supported by the Bissell Foundation to help families adopt pets more easily. More than a dozen shelters across south Louisiana are receiving support through this program. The effort aims to make pet adoption more accessible to local families.
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Community & EventsThe BISSELL Pet Foundation is bringing its Empty the Shelters® adoption event to Lafayette from July 5-26, featuring free pet adoptions. The national animal welfare organization is dedicated to ending pet homelessness and regularly sponsors adoption drives in communities across the country. Local residents will have the opportunity to adopt pets at no cost during this period.
Read moreCommunity & EventsFamily Tree counseling center is sharing water safety tips for families with young children this summer season. The guidance includes best practices such as designating a designated water watcher and avoiding distractions like phones while supervising children near water. These recommendations aim to help local families enjoy water activities while keeping their little ones safe.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThis is a local news roundup highlighting stories and events happening in the parish on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The article serves as a summary of the day's important local news for Acadiana residents. Readers are encouraged to share local news tips and event information with the station.
Read moreCommunity & EventsThe Acadiana Cane Cutters summer collegiate baseball team is hosting a fundraising night on Thursday, July 9, at Fabacher Field in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities of South Louisiana. The event aims to raise money for the local charity organization while bringing the community together for baseball.
Read moreCommunity & EventsA local Acadiana exterminator is warning summer travelers to inspect their hotel rooms and luggage for bedbugs before returning home from vacation. The expert recommends checking belongings thoroughly and taking precautions to avoid bringing unwanted pests back from travels. This is timely advice as many people prepare for summer trips during peak travel season.
Read moreCommunity & EventsCorner Pantry, a beloved Lafayette institution that served the community for 60 years, is closing its doors. The restaurant became a local staple known for its plate lunches and the memories customers created there over the decades.
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