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Crowley-based Isis Snowballs Is Expanding to Lafayette
Crowley-based Isis Snowballs, known for its creative snowballs, is coming soon to Lafayette, Louisiana at 3221 W Pinhook Road in the former Crawfish Pot space. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the family-run business, bringing its unique snowball treats to a larger customer base. The new Lafayette location will...
Lafayette-Area High school football: Live score updates and more from Week 6
High school football teams in the 337 are deep into district play as we hit Week 6 of the 2024 season. Last week, 20 teams hailing from Lafayette Parish and its surrounding areas came away with a victory. Northwest had one the largest margin wins over their Week 5 opponent Pine Praire where the Raiders won 54-7. This put the Raiders at 1-0 in district play rounding out the 14 other area teams who hold a perfect...
Festivals Acadiens et Créoles returns for 50th anniversary Oct. 11-13 at Girard Park
Friday marks the 50th anniversary of Festivals Acadiens et Créoles, continuing the celebration of Cajun and Creole heritage. This year’s Festivals Acadiens et Créoles is set to take place Oct. 11 to 13 at Girard Park. The event is free and open to the public. Throughout the weekend, the festival will offer a range of music, food, art and culture. ...
Nine closures, new construction, campus consolidations in plan for Lafayette schools
Under a proposed strategic plan to address declining enrollment and hits to tax revenue, the Lafayette Parish School System could see nine schools closed, three major consolidations of several schools and the construction of two new schools. The massive overhaul was presented this week by Civic Solutions Group, a consulting...
One Church of Acadiana celebrates 25 years under of leadership of Bobby, Shannon Richard
One Church of Acadiana announced the celebration of 25 years of service and spiritual leadership under the guidance of Pastor Bobby and Shannon Richard. For the past 25 years, the Richards have been pillars of faith within the church and the broader community, according to a prepared statement. “Their commitment to enriching...
New Charter School Approved for Broussard, Set to Open in 2025
The City of Broussard will soon be home to a new charter school after receiving approval from the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE). Broussard Charter Academy, which is expected to open for the 2025-26 school year, will be the third charter school established in Lafayette Parish by the Lafayette Charter Foundation, in partnership with Charter Schools USA.
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