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VideoResidents of the Plantation Inn motel in Lafayette were given just one day's notice to vacate after a court-ordered closure of the facility. The abrupt eviction has left tenants scrambling to find alternative housing with minimal time to prepare.
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VideoDemi Morein, a student at Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy, has been selected as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster and delivers weather forecasts for the local news program. Her on-air performance showcases young talent in the Acadiana community.
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VideoFestivals Acadiens et Créoles is returning to Girard Park this weekend with new attractions and expanded programming made possible through a partnership with the Smithsonian Institution. The festival will feature programming that celebrates Acadian and Creole culture and history in the Lafayette area.
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VideoVolunteers are preparing Girard Park in Lafayette for the expanded Festivals Acadiens et Créoles by building stages, setting up tents, and installing barricades throughout the venue.
Read moreAccordion builders are increasingly rare in Louisiana and East Texas, where zydeco music remains culturally important. Craftspeople like Edward Poullard are in high demand as the skilled trade faces a shortage of new builders to meet the needs of musicians and enthusiasts.
Read moreLafayette police executed a court-ordered closure of the Express Inn on Thursday afternoon, forcing residents to immediately vacate. For many residents, the motel had served as temporary or emergency housing, leaving them suddenly without shelter.
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VideoThe Lafayette Housing Authority has identified 77 families at Himbola Manor Apartments for inclusion in the federal tenant voucher protection process as relocation plans move forward. Executive Director Latweeta Smyers is urging residents to remain in their units and continue paying rent during this initial phase of the program.
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VideoNews 10 announced the early bird drawing winner for the Home for the Holidays promotion in Lafayette. The winner was selected from entries submitted during the early bird drawing period.
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VideoLaura's Two food truck will be among the vendors at the Acadiana Eats Festival on October 23-24 at West Village in Scott. The festival celebrates local food vendors and restaurants in the Acadiana region.
Read moreTwo art school graduates, Preslie Such and Raeleigh Boyd, opened Scrappie Studio in Lafayette to create a community space and share resources for artists. A year after launching their dream project, the studio is thriving and serving the local creative community.
Read morePhilip Gould is being profiled as part of the AcA Pelican Ball, a local Acadiana event. The article explores Gould's work as a photographer and his artistic philosophy about how the act of observation and documentation shapes both the subject and the final image.
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The Lafayette Consolidated Government's Parks, Arts, Recreation and Culture Department has launched its second annual PARCsGiving drive to provide Thanksgiving meals to families in need. The department aims to assemble at least 100 meal baskets for families across Lafayette Parish.
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VideoNick Pugh III has been named the 2026 Lafayette Civic Cup honoree by the Lafayette Civic Cup Board of Directors. The award recognizes outstanding civic contributions to the Lafayette community.
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Carencro has received a state grant to improve the welcome sign at the I-49 Exit 4 entrance to the city. The upgraded signage will provide a more attractive first impression for motorists entering Carencro from the interstate.
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VideoFaith House is hosting its annual Candlelight Vigil on Thursday, October 15, to recognize Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The vigil aims to raise awareness about domestic violence issues affecting the community.
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VideoAn Erath family lost their home, a pet, and their belongings when a fire destroyed their house last week. The family was able to escape safely, but the devastating fire left them without shelter and possessions.
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VideoTheo Neumeyer, a student at Sts. Leo-Seton Catholic School in Acadiana, has been selected as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster. The young student aspires to become a teacher.
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John Luke Barras has been named the 76th Louisiana Cattle Festival Junior Grand Marshal in recognition of his work managing and showing registered Brahman cattle across Louisiana and the nation. The honor highlights his involvement in the cattle industry, a significant part of Acadiana's agricultural heritage.
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VideoAbbygail Davis, a fifth-generation cattle farmer from the Acadiana region, has been selected as the 76th Louisiana Cattle Queen. The honor reflects her deep roots in the local cattle industry and agricultural heritage that is central to South Louisiana's economy and culture.
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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette has moved up the start time of its Homecoming Parade tomorrow due to concerns about potentially bad weather. The earlier start time will help ensure the parade can be completed before conditions deteriorate.
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PARC Kids Café is addressing food insecurity in Lafayette Parish by providing after-school meals to children in need. The program helps ensure that students have access to nutritious food during critical after-school hours when many families struggle with food affordability.
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VideoThe relics of Charlene Richard have returned to the Lafayette Diocese after being preserved at the Vatican. The return marks a significant moment in the ongoing process toward Richard's potential sainthood, with the Vatican currently reviewing her life story to determine if she will be declared "Venerable."
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VideoA young entrepreneur from Youngsville has expanded his trash can cleaning business across Acadiana after receiving community support following online bullying. Ryder Royal started the venture to earn money for his dirt bike hobby and has grown it into a successful local enterprise.
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Lafayette PARC is hosting a free Pink Picnic on Friday, October 23rd at Girard Park Pavilion to honor breast cancer survivors and support families during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The community event runs from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and invites all Lafayette residents to participate.
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