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Lafayette Police Department Sgt. Robin Green, the department's Public Information Officer, shares his personal recollection of the disbelief and shock he experienced during the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The article features the local officer's perspective on this significant historical event.
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The Church Point Halloween Parade, which was cancelled in 2025 due to rain, is scheduled to return in 2026 and will proceed rain or shine. The event is an important community tradition for the Church Point area.
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Acadiana is experiencing multiple boil water orders across its parishes. This ongoing story tracks all boil order announcements in the region with updates as new notices are issued.
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Festivals Acadiens et Créoles will unveil the 2026 pin and poster designs created by local artist Herb Roe on September 12. The unveiling ceremony will take place at the Acadiana Center of the Arts in Lafayette.
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A New Iberia resident reflects on their harrowing experience during the September 11, 2001 attacks in New York City, specifically recalling the difficult 7-hour walk home after being near the Twin Towers. The article is part of a series documenting personal stories from Acadiana residents who were directly impacted by the tragedy.
Read moreA 16-year-old service dog named Chance ran away after a vehicle crash at a Eunice barbershop but was successfully located and reunited with its owner following a community-wide search effort.
Read moreA Morgan City funeral home is hosting a community event to honor the legacy of country music icon Dolly Parton, allowing residents to share their memories of the singer's music, generosity, and kindness.
Read moreThe University of Louisiana at Lafayette has renamed its home baseball field in honor of Tony Robichaux, the legendary Cajuns baseball coach whose legacy will be permanently commemorated at the facility.
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Aaron Willis, a 9-year-old from Acadiana, was featured as this week's Acadiana Kidcaster and delivered a weather forecast in the studio. Wearing a shirt that read "Future Meteorologist," Aaron demonstrated his passion for weather and expressed his dream of becoming both a meteorologist and storm chaser.
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St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office deputies initiated a respectful tribute to veterans that has grown into a community-wide effort to honor fallen service members buried in local cemeteries. The small act of respect has inspired broader community participation in recognizing veterans' sacrifices and ensuring their legacy is properly honored.
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A Lafayette family is recovering after an electrical fire on August 14th caused significant damage to their home on Sampson Avenue. The family is working to rebuild following the devastating incident.
Read moreA local Acadiana theater production presents 'True West,' the acclaimed 1980 play that explores the destructive dynamics between two brothers. The production brings audiences into the tense drama unfolding in their mother's California desert home.
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TOBYMAC's Hits Deep Tour 2027 is coming to the Cajundome in Lafayette on Sunday, January 31st at 6:30 p.m. The Christian music tour will bring the popular artist to perform for local fans in the area.
Read moreJD Soileau, a dedicated Cajun collector in Ville Platte, has spent decades preserving antiques and the Cajun way of life. He's now sharing this historical heritage with the next generation through an old Cajun house, serving as a living museum of local culture and tradition.
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Iberia Parish Animal Control has partnered with Spay Neuter Iberia Project (SNIP) to launch a trap-neuter-return initiative designed to reduce the animal population needing shelter services. This effort complements the parish's $1.7 million investment in expanding its animal shelter facility.
Read moreCountry music legend Dolly Parton, who recorded her first single at Goldband Studio in Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away this week. Locals have left flowers at the historic studio site to honor her memory and legacy.
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Lafayette Police Officer Gregory Grogan flew with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in recognition of his community work co-founding The Overwatch Collective, a nonprofit dedicated to first responder mental health. Grogan earned a spot in the cockpit during a pre-flight check for his contributions to the organization.
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The Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge will have delayed daily openings from September 2-9 for its annual controlled alligator harvest. The closure is part of the refuge's wildlife management program to maintain ecological balance in the refuge.
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Acadiana area high school coaches gathered at Lafayette's Petroleum Club for the annual Crying Towel Luncheon to discuss their offseasons. The event served as a precursor to the 74th Kiwanis Jamboree, scheduled for August 27-28 at Our Lady of Lourdes Stadium.
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Two St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office deputies, David Difondi and Mathew Bean, were recognized for their service after restoring fallen American flags at the cemetery at Immaculate Conception Church in Verdunville. The deputies discovered the flags had fallen while walking through the cemetery and took action to restore them properly.
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Transfer defensive end Tito Chikere is preparing for his first season with the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns football team. Before his debut, Chikere organized a backpack drive in Acadiana to support local students at two schools, making a positive impact on the community.
Read moreThe annual Kiwanis Crying Towel event is back, marking the start of high school football season in the area. Local high school coaches compete in this traditional community event that signals the beginning of football season for Acadiana.
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Louisiana is mourning the death of music icon Dolly Parton, who passed away at age 80. Her significant impact on Louisiana culture and music is being remembered by the state and its residents.
Read moreSt. Martin Parish Government has scheduled a drawdown of Henderson Lake from August 24 to November 2 to manage invasive aquatic vegetation and improve fisheries habitat, following recommendations from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.
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