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St. Landry Parish Economic Development working to revitalize Downtown Opelousas
Rodier said the entire downtown area of Opelousas used to be a major spot for commerce, which is why so much emphasis has been put on bringing it back to life with things such as the Downtown Development District's building improvement grant.
Lafayette man suspected of murdering elderly man indicted by grand jury; jurors return no true bill for teen also arrested
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — The man arrested for the murder of an elderly man, who was an innocent bystander when gunfire erupted outside his Lafayette home, has been indicted by a Lafayette Parish grand jury. Court documents show Leonce Boutte IV, 27, of Lafayette, is formally charged with second-degree...
18-year-old faces Attempted 1st-Degree Murder charge after multiple shots fired at vehicle in Abbeville
According to Sheriff Eddie Langlinais, on July 20, 2024, at approximately 1:50 a.m., the Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office Patrol Division, during active patrolling, heard and then responded to the area of Louisiana Highway 82, just north of McDonald’s in Abbeville, in reference to multiple gunshots. Upon arrival in...
Some St. Martin Parish parents express displeasure in school zone changes
PARKS, La. (KADN) — Parents in St. Martin Parish have a chance on Wednesday and Thursday to learn about the new schools their children are being forced to attend. More than 150 St. Martin Parish students from kindergarten to 12th grade will be going to new schools in a couple weeks.
Made in Acadiana: Solo Graphix in Scott
A high-profile symbol in the race for the White House is Made in Acadiana. A Scott graphics company is literally taking off with the Trump-Vance campaign. What started as a thought for a young businessman over 30 years ago turned into a reality for a family. The company Solo Graphix begins designs for planes in Scott.
Luxury Home For Sale in Lafayette is a Mid-Centry Modern Lover’s Dream
Lafayette's Bendel Gardens subdivision, renowned for its luxurious homes and beautiful flora, has a new gem on the market that will captivate mid-century modern enthusiasts. Located at 323 Beverly Drive, this stunning property is a rare example of mid-century modern architecture in Lafayette, offering both historical charm and contemporary amenities.
A new Southern Classic Chicken is coming to Lafayette. Here's where it'll open.
Construction could begin next month on the Southern Classic Chicken location in Lafayette. Jessie Fontenot with JA Fontenot Enterprises closed on a deal to purchase the 2.85 acres at 4603 Johnston St. for the popular quick-serve restaurant along with a Scooter’s Coffee location and another development to be announced later, Fontenot said.
A Lafayette company has celebrity clients that include Billy Joel and Paul McCartney. Meet the owner
Now that his company owns the largest manufacturer of luxury doors and windows in the U.S., Jude David is finding out just how fancy some people will go in their homes. Their customer list reads like TMZ headlines: Billy Joel, Paul McCartney, Jerry Seinfeld, Alec Baldwin and Diddy. There was the job at Calvin Klein’s home in The Hamptons that involved doors that are fully automated, opening and closing on command, often sinking into the basement.
Jennings moves forward on new trash collection contract
The city council cleared the way Tuesday for a new company to take over the city’s trash collection in September with only minor changes in service. The council unanimously authorized Mayor Henry Guinn to execute a new 10-year contract with Waste Connections Bayou, Inc. beginning Sept. 1 “Our contract with Republic Services is expiring effective […]
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