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If You Can Pronounce These Words, You’re Definitely From Louisiana
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - You can always tell when somebody isn't from Louisiana by the way they talk. There are a lot of ways to pronounce certain towns and locations in Louisiana, and they are not always said the way you'd think they would be. Certain words in Louisiana...
John Kennedy contends Justice Department got what it asked for with Supreme Court immunity decision
Sen. John Kennedy (R-LA) argued that the Department of Justice “overreached” when it asked for the Supreme Court to weigh in on presidential immunity and ended up getting what it asked for. Kennedy made his statement in response to a claim by Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), who argued that the conservative majority of the Supreme […]
Louisiana Parents Sue Over Law Mandating 10 Commandments Displays in Classrooms
Last month, Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry (R) signed a bill mandating that a copy of the Ten Commandments be displayed in all public school classrooms in Louisiana. The law, House Bill 71, requires that the religious scripture be displayed on a poster or frame sized at least 11 inches by 14 inches and in a "large, easily readable font."
90s Country Star Pam Tillis Playing Concert in Crowley, Louisiana on Sept. 14
One of the best female country performers of the '90s will stop in Cajun country this fall. Pam Tillis is heading to the Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley on Saturday, September 14, 2024. Tickets for the show are already on sale and have gone relatively quickly. Only...
City of Abbeville's latest arrest report
Here is the Abbeville Police Arrest Report from 5/20/2024 to 6/25/2024. Justin Charles Ballard, 110 Martin Luther King Drive, Abbeville: Charge: Theft. Marlon Campbell, 509 Putnam St., Abbeville, Charge: Theft (shoplifting):. Jarred Cartwright, 306 Third Street, Abbeville; Charge: Entry on or remaining in places or land after being For, Misrepresenting...
LCU Women's Soccer Schedule Unveiled
PINEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana Christian University women’s soccer program has new leadership with Head Coach Harrison Houle taking the reigns on March 14 as the Wildcats will look to add to its string of three consecutive winning seasons in 2024 during a 17-game slate that includes the 2023 NAIA National Runners-Up, three 2023 NAIA Tournament participants, and two NCAA Division I road trips.
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office reports three drug-related arrests
The St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office made three separate arrests last week, leading to the seizure of a large amount of drugs. Jared Helaire, 33, of Breaux Bridge, was arrested June 25 after a search warrant was performed on his home in the 1100 block of Hebert Avenue in connection with an ATM robbery in Terrebonne Parish, according to the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office.
A New Orleans nonprofit will build 192 new apartments in south Lafayette. See the plan.
A New Orleans nonprofit group that specializes in affordable housing has bought the property for two of its three planned Lafayette apartment projects. Atrium Housing closed on a deal to buy the 11-acre lot in the 200 block of Ridge Road for $1.45 million, land records show. It is planning two 96-unit projects at the site that will be called Ridge Commons and Loop Commons.
Iberville residents voice concerns over bridge repair process; demand assistance from state
IBERVILLE PARISH, La. (WAFB) - In a meeting on July 2, state and Iberville Parish officials welcomed residents to voice concerns and discuss the latest update on the Grosse Tete bridge repair process. Many residents were frustrated, raising questions about potential shuttle services, lengthening ferry hours, and accessibility to the...
Pepito Munoz goes to Superior Grill Lafayette, 'still involved' in Pepito XO Shreveport
Acadiana Advocate business editor Adam Daigle has been through the new Superior Grill in Lafayette and confirmed that "it is fabulous. Everything has a story behind it," he said, "And it just looks great." The stories center on Morocco and Turkey, Austin and Alexandria. One section of glass in the restaurant came from a Frank Lloyd Wright project.
Police arrest man accused of attempted rape, robbery of Gonzales supermarket employee
GONZALES — A man was arrested for the attempted rape and robbery of a female employee behind Lamendola’s Supermarket, Gonzales Police said. Samuel Lane, 40, was arrested Monday on attempted first-degree robbery, attempted first-degree rape and second-degree battery for the incident at Lamendola’s on West Ascension Street.
10th Annual Pack the School Bus Supply Drive Kicks Off
Synergy Bank, United Way of South Louisiana, and H.O.P.E. Ministry of Pointe Coupee have kicked off the 10th annual school supply drive, Pack the Bus, to benefit local students. The supply drive has provided tens of thousands of school supplies since 2014. While all items are appreciated, there are items...
Lafayette Little League Sends Two Teams to State
Two teams from the Lafayette Little League have advanced to their respective State Tournaments. The league offered softball for the first time this season. Big congratulations should go to the league as their 10U All-Star team advanced to the State Tournament as the District 2 Champions for the first time ever.
Carencro financial problems uncovered by Louisiana audit
CARENCRO, La. (KADN) — 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. The state...
Buffalo Bills’ Ed Oliver, Jr. to Unveil Signed Jersey at Paragon Casino Resort
Paragon Casino Resort is excited to announce that NFL star, Ed Oliver, Jr., will sign and unveil his jersey to hang inside The Draft Room during a special ceremony on Friday, July 5. Oliver currently plays defensive tackle wearing #91 for the Buffalo Bills and has always held Marksville close...
Historic inauguration in St. John the Baptist Parish
History was made Saturday in the 40th Judicial District Court of Louisiana, which encompasses St. John the Baptist Parish, as Felicia Feist was sworn in as the new Clerk of Court. Feist is the first African American elected to the position. She was sworn in by the Honorable Madeline Jasmine — the first African American judge elected […] The post Historic inauguration in St. John the Baptist Parish appeared first on L'Observateur.
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