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Street dogs animal rescue searching for new adoption site as Opelousas pet store prepares to close

Street Dogs Animal Rescue, which has successfully placed over 300 dogs and cats into homes, is seeking a new adoption location as the Opelousas pet store that currently houses their operations prepares to close. The organization is reaching out to the community for assistance in finding a suitable new facility to continue their rescue and adoption efforts.

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KLFY2h ago
Community & Events

Port Barre Cracklin Festival raises over $1M for charity

The Port Barre Cracklin Festival, organized by the Port Barre Lions Club, raised over $1 million for charitable organizations supporting health care and youth programs across Louisiana. Over its 40-year history, the festival has donated millions while providing food, entertainment, and community engagement to visitors.

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KLFY3h ago
Community & Events

Port Barre celebrates 40th anniversary of Cracklin Festival

Port Barre is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its annual Cracklin Festival, a beloved community tradition that began as a simple fundraising initiative and has grown into a major regional event. The festival remains an important gathering for residents and visitors to celebrate local culture and heritage.

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KATC4h ago
Community & Events

Six new firefighters graduate from Lafayette Fire Department academy

Six new firefighters have completed the Lafayette Fire Department's 22-week academy training program and are now joining the department. The graduates represent fresh additions to the fire department's workforce serving the Lafayette area.

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