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Alarming Viral Photo on I-10 Sparks Concern Over Distracted Driving in Louisiana
A recent Facebook post by Barclay Mullins has gone viral, sparking widespread conversation and concern about distracted driving on Louisiana's interstates and roadways. Mullins shared a photo of a woman who appears to be texting or scrolling on her smartphone with one leg up on the dashboard near the driver's side door. The photo was accompanied by a strongly worded caption:
Local woman turns 104 — still going strong
A local woman finished another trip around the sun this week. It was her 104th such trip — a life that has seen the world change drastically while she became a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and respected member of our local Bayou community. Wilma Lazard celebrated her 104th birthday this...
Boys and Girls Club Event with Med Express Ambulance
Med Express Ambulance Service, Inc. shared on Facebook that they will be attending an event at the Boys and Girls Club in Opelousas, LA on July 27th. Those interested can reach out to Mr. Marvin Richard at marvin.richard@gmr.net for more information. Source: Med Express Ambulance Service, Inc. | Alexandria LA...
Man charged with marijuana cultivation, weapons offenses in Evangeline Parish
Kent Chaddrick, 61, of Turkey Creek was arrested and booked into the Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office on charges of cultivation of marijuana, possession of methamphetamine, possession of firearms in the presence of drugs, illegal use of controlled dangerous substances in the presence of a person under 17 years of age and possession of firearm by a convicted felon.
Church Point traffic stop leads to drug arrest
CHURCH POINT, La. (KLFY) — A Church Point man was arrested after a traffic stop last week, and charged with drug and gun offenses, authorities said. Timothy Mattingly, 57, is charged with the following:. Possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. possession of marijuana. possession of a firearm in the...
9 years later: The Grand 16 movie theater shooting in Lafayette
The deadly tragedy occurred during a showing of the movie "Trainwreck" in 2015, where the shooter, identified as 59-year-old John Russell Houser, fired a handgun 13 times inside the theater, killing two people and wounding nine others before fatally shooting himself after he attempted to leave the scene.
‘The Ladies Man’ to Make Appearance in Lafayette in September
Lafayette Comedy continues to bring some of the biggest names in stand-up comedy and they've a good one coming to town in September as Tim Meadows will be performing a couple of shows. The comedian-actor will be appearing at Club 337 in the Doubletree Hotel in Lafayette on Saturday, September...
Church Point police chief warns parents of dangerous new trend involving 'Splat Guns'
Church Point Police Chief Dale Thibodeaux is warning parents about a new trend involving a type of toy gun. They're called "Splat Guns" and shoot soft gel pellets. Chief Thibodeaux said kids are painting the "Splat Guns" black to look like real guns. Church Point police chief warns parents of...
Pet Tuesday: Adopt Calista! Acadiana Animal Aid's Adoptable Dog of the Week
Marissa Guidry with Acadiana Animal Aid, joined News15 at Noon to share the details on sweet Calista! She was initially brought to the shelter from a hoarding case with her babies. Her babies were adopted and she was even adopted, only to be returned for being "too shy". Now, she is a shy girl and it does take a minute for her to adjust, but she is a total sweetheart who can get along with anyone. She would do well in a home with another dog and with kids. If your looking for a fluffy girl that's cool, calm and collected, Calista is your girl.
Himbola apartment tenants warned by management they 'will be charged for repairs'
Residents of Lafayette's Himbola Manor apartments received letters Monday from the apartment manager alerting them to inspections scheduled to take place Tuesday and Wednesday. The letter, signed by property manager Quoizael Green, warned residents that "violations would be given for unreported repairs and housekeeping issues." It went on to say,...
Northside hires familiar face to take over its boys basketball program
The Northside boys basketball program will be led by a familiar face this upcoming season, after rehiring Ross Rix to be their head coach. Rix, who had spent the past two seasons at JS Clark serving in the same capacity as well as the Bulldogs' athletic director, was the Vikings head coach from 2014-18.
Nevada softball ace Tyra Clary transferring to Louisiana Lafayette for final college year
Tyra Clary, who led the Mountain West in ERA each of the last two seasons, is transferring from Nevada to Louisiana Lafayette for her final year of college eligibility. A Spanish Springs High alum, Clary entered the transfer portal earlier this month. She walked on at Nevada in 2022 before becoming a top-flight pitcher in the MW in 2023 and 2024. After going 6-10 with a 8.25 ERA in her debut season in silver and blue, she went 16-11 with a 2.17 ERA and six saves over the last two years while leading the MW in ERA in 2023 (1.81) and 2024 (2.45).
Tanger Outlets Gonzales to host meet and greet with Jackson's Trey’Dez Green
Tanger Outlets Gonzales invites shoppers to kick off the start of the school season with its Back-to-School Athlete Meet-and-Greet from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday, July 27. While shopping, fans and community members are invited to meet Trey’Dez Green, get autographs and take photos with the athlete in front of Southern Marsh, 2100 Steven B Tanger St., Gonzales.
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