How To Find The Best Watermelon
According to a calendar, the official start of summer is June 21. But, that date does not apply in South Louisiana. Mother Nature is already heating things up and it feels like Summer is already…
St. Landry Filmmaker Offers Message Of Hope
Violence is seemingly constant in Opelousas. Local filmmaker EJ Tyler hopes his new movie will inspire change. The film is called “Against All Odds.” It’s the story of a man called Big E, who’s recently…
Memorial Day Service At Fountain Memorial
Memorial Day isn’t just about barbecues, a long weekend, and the kickoff of summer vacation season. It’s a time of remembrance. Memorial Day Is a time to honor our veterans. Fountain Memorial will hold its…
Lafayette Native Serving Onboard Warship In Japan
As we honor our veterans, here’s a salute to a Lafayette native serving in the United States Navy. Sean Johnson is a Petty Officer 3rd Class, serving aboard an amphibious warship in Japan. He’s a…
Violence Survivors Mass At St. Pius X
Tragically, people in all walks of life are affected by violence in its many forms. Stabbings, gun violence, murder, and domestic abuse, to name a few. Bishop Deshotel will officiate a mass for survivors of…
Summer Reading Celebration At Lafayette Public Library
The Lafayette Public Library will hold its Summer Reading Celebration with the school year ending. The kickoff event is Saturday, June 3rd at the South Regional Library. Kids can sign up for the Summer Reading…
Your Bath Soap May Be Attracting Mosquitoes
The calendar might not yet say it’s summer, but South Louisiana weather does. You’ll be spending time outdoors, dipping in the pool, sitting on the patio in the evening, and grilling. When the sun goes…
Beware Bogus QR Codes
According to a report by KLFY, a Lafayette woman was apparently scammed by a bogus QR code while attempting to pay for parking. KLFY’s article states that Martha Gale’s daughter scanned a QR code to…
Pelican Park Concession Stand Damaged By Fire
The concession stand at Pelican Park in Carencro sustained heavy fire damage over the weekend. The fire broke out in the early morning hours on Sunday. The blaze was discovered by an employee, arriving to…
American Cancer Society Honors Fifteen
The American Cancer Society has announced its 2023 Spirit of Hope honorees. The announcement was made at the Lafayette Rock ‘n Bowl on May 11th. The 15 individuals will be honored at the Black &…