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16-year-old arrested in Ernest St. homicide
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) - A second arrest has been made in connection to the June 22 shooting on Ernest Street that left one man dead. A 16-year-old boy was arrested today in Carencro, according to the Lake Charles Police Department. The arrest was made with the assistance of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Pet Tuesday: Adopt O'livia! Acadiana Animal Aid's Pet of the Week
Marissa Guidry with Acadiana Animal Aid, stopped by News15 at Noon with sweet and shy O'livia. She was found in the woods emaciated. She is currently looking for her furever home. she would do great in a calmer household. She gets along great with other dogs and would be wonderful with kids. She takes some time to warm up to you but she is the sweetest girl!
Eat at these Acadiana Restaurants for Half Price Today
Acadiana has an unmatched array of restaurants offering some of the best food. However, while dining out can be a convenient option, eating out regularly can add up pretty quickly. If you are looking for a way to save money while dining out in Acadiana, you have come to the...
Carencro financial problems uncovered by Louisiana audit
A Louisiana audit uncovered more than two dozen financial problems with the city of Carencro. The audit found widespread issues at Carencro City Hall involving bookkeeping. The issues spanned the gamut from financial record-keeping to budgeting and collection of income and payroll taxes.
Fireworks in Carencro a success
For the first time in many years, the City of Carencro had a genuine public fireworks display to celebrate Independence Day. It was held Sunday evening at Carencro’s Pelican Park. The event began with a few words from Mayor Charlotte Clavier and a Blessing by Monsignor. High Performance provided...
‘We haven’t been tested,’ — Boulet proposes new emergency prep office
The Lafayette Parish Council at its meeting Tuesday night is scheduled to vote on the creation of two new positions that would coordinate the parish’s response to an emergency situation, such as hurricanes, extreme heat, or terrorist threats. The director of emergency management, with the support of an emergency...
Lafayette Parish woman named Louisiana Farm Bureau Outstanding Young Farm Woman
NEW ORLEANS — A Lafayette Parish sugar and cattle producer is this year’s Louisiana Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Outstanding Young Farm Woman. . Amanda Duhon, 33, received the award Thursday, June 27 at the Louisiana Farm Bureau's 102nd annual convention. Duhon is a first-generation sugarcane farmer and a fourth-generation cattle producer, but she said that wasn’t always the case.
Give Back To Our Schools, Love Our Schools Summer Serve Day Set For July 27th
Jazmyn Jones, CAFÉ Coordinator, Alison Canter, Principal for Live Oak Elementary, stopped by First at Four to share the details on their upcoming Love Our Schools Summer Serve Day on July 27th. CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER!. From Love Our Schools:. Our goal is to beatify 8 LPSS schools by...
Locals Going For Gold In Transplant Games of America
Mark Nelson, Transplant Recipient and Transplant Games of Acadiana Athlete, stopped by First at Four to share how locals are headed to Birmingham, Alabama to represent Team Louisiana and bring awareness to organ donation. Tags. Localnow.
Rain is in the forecast for the Lafayette area. How hot will it feel for July 4 holiday?
After much of south Louisiana suffered through dangerously high temperatures and heat index values on Monday and Tuesday, National Weather Service forecasters say looming showers and thunderstorms won't change the "feels like" temperature heading into the Fourth of July holiday. Heat indices still could reach up to 111 degrees in...
Canberra Road Closure for Bridge Replacement
LAFAYETTE, LA (July 2, 2024) – Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG)’s Public Works Department announces the closure of Canberra Road, approximately 0.40 miles east of Johnston Street, beginning July 8, 2024. This closure is scheduled for approximately eight months, and crews will remove and replace the existing bridge along with the associated roadway, drainage, and water lines.
What's Developing? Carencro's Shoetique Expanding, Cottages Downtown Under Construction and First Ever Self-Service Multi-Point Kayak Kiosk Open
Ben Powers with Developing Lafayette, stopped by News15 at Noon to share the details on a handful of things under construction, expanding and opening in Lafayette. What's Developing? Carencro's Shoetique Expanding, Cottages Downtown Under Construction and First Ever Self-Service Multi-Point Kayak Kiosk Open. Ben Powers with Developing Lafayette, stopped by...
10 Tips to Stay Safe This Fourth of July Weekend in Lafayette
As the Fourth of July approaches, Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) shares essential tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable celebration for everyone. From fireworks safety to pet care, here are 10 tips to keep in mind:. Fireworks Safety. 1. Keep a Safe Distance: Detonate fireworks at least 200 feet away...
Council Preview: Emergency prep, GUMBO grant power and flood protection
Here is a selection of items on the agendas for this week’s meetings of the City and Parish councils. To see the full agendas, check out the links below:. Parish Agenda (Public Comment Time!) Lafayette 101. Special and emergency meetings. On top of the two meetings held each month,...
Tini Tuesday Tour: Bonefish Grill
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — The Tini Tuesday Tour has kicked off. You can vote for your favorite restaurant’s martini masterpiece to help crown “Lafayette’s BEST Martini 2024.” Follow along each week on the Tini Tuesday Tour from June 25 to August 13 and cast your votes for Lafayette’s Best Martini.
Lafayette rental market sixth-most competitive among small markets, has highest occupancy rate
The Lafayette market has the sixth-most competitive market among mid-sized markets in the U.S. when it comes to finding an apartment for the start of the upcoming rental season, one agency said. RentCafe, a national apartment service, ranked the Lafayette area that high based on the number of days a...
Nonprofit Spotlight: Children's Museum of Acadiana
Having interviewed them on our show Apres-Midi Monday through Thursday on KRVS, we are excited to extend our efforts in showcasing these incredible organizations beyond our airwaves. Through these platforms, we aim to amplify their impact and share their stories with our community in meaningful ways. Our first spotlight is...
Acadiana High has hired its new basketball coach away from a district rival
It’s not hard for Ahmad Onezime to reflect on the days when he envisioned himself — ball in hand — being a difference-maker on and off the basketball court. And in that vision, Onezime recalls doing things that impacted the lives of many people and ultimately brought what he believes to be “much deserved attention” to the Acadiana area in terms of high school basketball.
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