Master Gardener Fall Plant Fest
The Lafayette Parish Master Gardener Fall Plant Fest is set for Saturday, September 30th. The event will be at the UL Ira Nelson Horticulture Center, 2206 Johnston Street. Hours are 8 am – 1 pm.…
School Safety Reminders
School is back in session after a long, hot summer. Louisiana State Police have a few safety reminders. A rule of thumb in nearly any situation is to slow down. Remember, the posted speed limit…
NOAA Revises Hurricane Forecast Upward
This could be bad news for folks in Louisiana. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has revised its 2023 hurricane season forecast. The original forecast, issued in May, predicted an “average” season, with a 30%…
Register now for Lafayette Downtown 8k
The Cajun Road Runners are getting ready to run as fast as they can with the Lafayette Downtown 8k on Saturday, September 23. This is the race formally known as Big Pete’s 8k Classic. It…
Major Manufacturing Facility Coming to Acadiana
First Solar has chosen the Acadiana Regional Airport for its next manufacturing facility. It will be the company’s 5th US location. According to Louisiana Economic Development, the first solar will invest upwards of $1.1 billion…
Registration For Camellia Crossing Now Open
The 20th Annual Camellia Crossing is set for Wednesday, November 22nd. The event kicks off at 5:30 pm in the River Ranch Town Square. Registration for the event is now open. Participants are invited to…
Cancer Benefit For Patrick Hardy
Patrick Hardy is a well-known, well-liked individual in our community. I’ve known him for about 30 years, myself. He’s supported multiple causes, most notably St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Patrick has helped raise millions of…
The Delcambre Shrimp Festival Is Coming
The Delcambre Shrimp Festival is one of Acadiana’s biggest. It’s just days away. There will be a Shrimp Festival Blood Drive Tuesday, August 15th, at the Texaco Fuel Depot from 2 – 6 pm. Festivities…
Gofundme For Cancer Patient Porsha Evans
Porsha Evans has a popular Sunday afternoon Gospel Show on Z105.9 The Soul of Southwest Louisiana. Porsha needs our help. Porsha Evans has been diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer. Porsha is undergoing radiation and…
Back To School Gift Card Giveaway
The folks at the prominent law firm of Dudley DeBosier have announced a back-to-school gift card giveaway. A new school year is upon us, and back-to-school expenses can be taxing for students’ families and teachers…