Food Truck Fridays Returns in March
Food Truck Friday returns to Moncus Park on March 3 from 11am to 8pm. Attendees will get to enjoy local food vendors while hanging out at Moncus Park. Food Truck Friday is brought to the…
Opelousas Kiwanis Announces Krewe Des Chienes
The Kiwanis Club of Opelousas will hold its 3rd annual Krewe Des Chienes this Saturday, February 11th. The parade will be in the town square at noon. Girl Scout troop 465 will lead the parade.…
Erath Teacher Honored For Preserving Louisiana Music
Kylie Griffin teaches at Dozier Elementary in Erath. She’s recently been honored by Yamaha for preserving Southern Louisiana music. The musical instrument manufacturer established their “40 under 40” program to recognize music educators who grow…
LAFAYETTE LITTLE LEAGUE SPRING REGISTRATION
Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation, and Culture (PARC) Department is opening registration for the Greater Lafayette Little League (GLLL) baseball and softball spring season. The deadline to register is February 28. In-person registration will be taking place…
CDC Warning: Discontinue Use of EzriCare Artificial Tears
The Centers For Disease Control is warning the public to immediately stop using EzriCare Artificial Tears. According to the Louisiana Department of Health, EzriCare brand of artificial tears has been linked to a serious infection.…
Southside Athletes Sign to Play College Ball On National Signing Day
National Signing Day was celebrated at Southside High School with three athletes signing on to play college sports. Raeley Duplechin signed with Bossier Community College’s softball team. Southside’s football team will have two of its…
LPB Seeks Independent Short Films
Louisiana Public Broadcasting is seeking submissions of short films from independent Louisiana filmmakers. The PBS Short Film Festival will showcase films from all over the country. The event is in July, but the deadline for…
LHS Student Named Candidate In Presidential Scholars Program
A Lafayette High School senior has been named as a candidate in the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program. Kerry Pan is president of the Beta Club. He’s in the gifted program. Kerry is also on the…
Acadia Parish Approves Four-Day School Week
The Acadia parish school board has approved a four-day school/work week. Monday will be the new day off. The board sent out a survey in October. 80% of parents and faculty voted for the change.…
DOTD Announces Lane Closures
The Department of Transportation and Development has announced upcoming lane closures in Lafayette. The following closures will be in effect on Tuesday, January 31st. Ambassador Caffery southbound right lane at Crescent Ranch from 8:30 am.…