Police Warn of Dangerous New Drug
Opioid addiction is rampant. Law enforcement and health officials are warning about a new drug that compounds the problem. It’s called Kratom. The drug is refined from a plant that grows in southeast Asia. The…
First Ever Fall Festival At Moncus Park
Moncus Park is getting ready for it’s first fall festival. Autumn in the Oaks is this Saturday form 5pm to 8pm. No cost to attend. There will be trick or treating for the children, local…
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Mighty Lions Cheerleader Fundraiser
The cheerleaders at Lafayette High School are holding a fundraiser. It’s a proven fact that kids who participate in extracurricular activities perform better in their academic pursuits. Extracurricular activities give kids a leg up in…
Lafayette’s Highest Peak is Now Called Orlando Mountain
Moncus Park’s highest point now has a name. This past Saturday, a ribbon ceremony was held to name the park’s tallest hill, Orlando Mountain in honor of Steve and Lisa Orlando. Steve Orlando grew up…
Halloween Jamboree at the Lafayette Crossroads Church
The Lafayette Crossroads Church will hold a Halloween Jamboree this Sunday, October 30th. It’s a family-friendly Halloween alternative for kids up to 8th grade. Events are set to coincide with church services at 9 &…
St. John Cathedral Carmel Family Picnic
The St. John Cathedral Carmel Family Picnic is this Sunday, October 30th. The event will be on the Cathedral Carmel school grounds, 848 St. John Street, from noon – 2:30. There will be hamburgers, barbecue,…
Spooktacular Halloween Parties
The Children’s Museum of Acadiana is hosting Spooktacular Halloween Parties this Saturday & Sunday, October 29th & 30th. There will be foggy pit digging, bubbly blobs lava lamps, zing it candy catapults & more. Sessions…
Beware: Check Washing Scam
“Check washing” used to be a widespread crime. It faded away over time with the increased popularity of debit cards. It’s back, and most of the victims are elderly because many of them still write…
Sweet Dough Pie Festival is BACK – THIS WEEKEND
The Sweet Dough Pie Festival is back! Pastry chefs from all around will converge on Grand Coteau this Saturday, October 29th. The public will decide the winners. A wide variety of pies will also be…