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Obituary: John Douglas MacTaggart
John Douglas MacTaggart, 62, Doug, to all who knew him, was born in New Iberia, La., (home of Tabasco) and from his roots, he lived to spice things up!. Doug grew up in North Hampton, N.H., and loved the seacoast. He is survived by his mother Kathy Dudley of Naples, Fla.; his niece Megan MacTaggart; cousins, Mark and Jeff MacTaggart, and the love of his life Jane Metzel of Madison, N.H.
Franklin Councilwoman Pearl Rack sworn in to fill vacancy
A swearing-in ceremony was held for Franklin's newly elected city councilwoman. Pearl Rack will now represent Franklin's District C. She was chosen by the council to fill the vacancy created following the death of former District C Councilman Larry Guilbeau, who recently died. Tags. Localnow.
NFL free agent Diontae Spencer of New Iberia holds youth football camp
NEW IBERIA, La. (KADN) — NFL free agent wide receiver and former Westgate High football star Diontae Spencer came home to New Iberia this past weekend to inspire Acadiana youth with a summer football camp.
Youngsville Rotary Works to Give Back to Its Community
While the Youngsville Rotary Club members may seem to be just having fun, they have fun by engaging in service work for their community. After all, Rotary’s mottos are “Service Above Self” and “People of Action”. The club has sponsored various fundraising events and has...
Looking for a festive July 4th treat? Try this make-ahead flag cake from Erath, Louisiana
Every year at the end of June, Claudette Lacour begins to make a mental list of the things she'll need to prepare her eight flag cakes for the annual Erath Fourth of July Festival. Sugar cookie dough? Check. Cream cheese and powdered sugar? Check. Blueberries? Check. Strawberries and bananas? Check.
Louisiana’s Most Dangerous Waterway, Will You Be On It July 4th?
The July 4th holiday is upon us in Louisiana. School kids have been out in cities like Lafayette, New Iberia, Opelousas, and Crowley for more than a month. That means our mindset along the bayou is less about school days and more about sun days. That's the sun as in fun in the sun as opposed to our weekly day of rest.
Youngsville Fireworks Days and Times for July 4th Celebrations
Below are the dates and times for the sale and use of fireworks for July 4th celebrations in Youngsville, Louisiana. July 2, 2024, from noon to 10 p.m. July 4, 2024, from noon to 9 p.m. Disclaimer: Opinions, editorials, letters to the editor, or content from external sources published on...
Special task force in St. Martin Parish seizes $1 million worth of drugs, including 6,000 fentanyl pills
ST. MARTINVILLE, La. (KADN) — The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office has made what it's calling one of the largest drug busts in its history. A million dollars worth of drugs, including fentanyl and heroin, was seized and three suspected drug dealers have been arrested. A special task force...
Youngsville allows people to celebrate Fourth of July while keeping cool
YOUNGSVILLE, La. (KADN) — Despite the high heat in Acadiana this holiday weekend, several Independence Day celebrations are happening over the next few days, including Youngsville where efforts are underway to keep everyone cool. The Fourth of July is being celebrated at the Youngsville Sports Complex on Wednesday, July...
UPDATE: Youngsville Officer Arrested in Lafayette
(July 1, 2024) – Youngsville Police Chief Cody Louvieve has advised that he cannot provide any information on the arrest of Youngsville Officer Hannah Gentry because the Lafayette City Police is the handling agency and is conducting the criminal investigation. According to Louviere, Officer Gentry is on Administrative Leave...
Youngsville Residents’ Achievements in Olympic Trampoline Gymnastics
YOUNGSVILLE, LA (June 30, 2024) – Mayor Ken Ritter invites everyone to celebrate the significant achievements of a couple of their residents and community. Aliaksei Shostak was selected to represent the USA in Men’s Trampoline Gymnastics for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Aliaksei previously competed in...
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