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Mississippi Man Arrested In 51-Year-Old Alleged Murder Of Wife In Calcasieu Parish

Brandon Comeaux — Sun, 19 May 2013 14:01:55 +0000

73-year-old Felix Vail now sits in the Calcasieu Parish jail, accused of murdering his wife, Mary Horton Vail, in 1962.

Lafayette Man Accused Of Harboring Minnesota Runaway, Storing Over 100 Images Of Child Pornography

Brandon Comeaux — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:42:14 +0000

52-year-old Thomas Dessoye of Lafayette is behind bars after police say he aided and harbored a juvenile runaway from Minnesota. Dessoye also faces over 100 counts of child possession.

To The Towns Of Ridge And Judice, I'm (CJ) Sorry [PHOTOS] Updated

CJ — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:00:34 +0000

To my fellow citizens in the unincorporated towns of Ridge, La. and Judice, La., I’m sorry. For an area and people who take so much pride in family, culture and community, we should not accept this kind of neglect. Having lived in the Judice, La. area for about a year now, I am highly disappointed [...]

All Clear Given At L.J. Alleman Middle School Following Bomb Threat

Nathan Pike — Fri, 03 May 2013 19:19:40 +0000

Students at Broussard Middle School were evacuated Thursday after a similar threat.

Pics From The Carrie Underwood/Hunter Hayes Concert [Photos]

CJ — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:58:42 +0000

These pics from the sold out Carrie Underwood/Hunter Hayes show last night are compliments of some Facebook junkies who like to share, or if you weren’t there, rub it in. The show was incredible with Carrie Underwood hovering over the crowd on a portable stage. And of course a homecoming for Acadiana’s own Hunter Hayes. [...]

What Are Power And Utility Companies Doing To Our Trees? [PHOTOS]

CJ — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:02:29 +0000

Power and Utility companies are just doing what they have to do, but must they be so brutal to our beautiful Acadiana trees? To get electricity, phone, internet and cable TV into your homes, wires and cables must be run thru trees. But it seems to me, that not much thought is put into this [...]

Elizabeth Smart To Visit Lafayette

Chris Reynolds — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 14:56:06 +0000

Kidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart will share her story with Lafayette residents May 2 in a program offered by Hearts of Hope, an advocacy and counseling center for children and sexual assault victims.

Ali Landry Gets Her Unborn Child Blessed By The Pope [PHOTO]

CJ — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:24:17 +0000

Here she is, the pride of Acadiana, former Miss USA Ali Landry getting her unborn baby blessed by the Pope. I would venture to say, not many women have had the Pope lay hands on them to bless an unborn child, but Acadiana’s Ali Landry did! Wow, the Pope!

Road Closures This Week

Chris Reynolds — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 22:33:42 +0000

Acadiana residents should be advised of the following upcoming road closures: LOCATION: Coolidge Street Between E. Saint Mary Blvd. and Auburn Avenue Thursday, April 25, 2013 at 5:00 p.m. until Friday, April 26, 2013 at 6:00 a.m. LOCATION: Eighth Street between S. Chestnut Street and SB Evangeline Thruway DATE & TIME: Saturday, April 27, 2013 [...]

Louisiana Beard & Facial Hair Association's Competition Tonight

JayCee — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 16:36:58 +0000

If you are sporting anything from a ‘goatee’ to a ‘ZZ’, you might want to check out the Louisiana Beard & Facial Hair Association’s competition! The Louisiana Beard & Facial Hair Association has only been in existence for a short while, but interest in the group is growing. I attended one of their first meetings [...]

What Are These Called And What Purpose Do They Serve? [PICTURES]

CJ — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 00:06:37 +0000

What are these called and what purpose do they serve. Take a look at these pictures…do you know why they exist? Some business in Lafayette have this bumpy grating out front and of the ones I’ve seen, they have always been painted yellow. Crossing this lumpy obstacle while pushing a basket was quite a challenge. [...]

Shots Fired During Bank Robbery, Schools On Lockdown

CJ — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 16:58:04 +0000

Shots were fired this morning during a robbery at American Bank and Trust Company branch in the 2900 block of Moss St. Reports from eyewitnesses say employees were held at gunpoint and one shot was indeed fired inside the bank. The suspect also used an employee’s vehicle to escape the scene and was recovered a [...]

Life Gives Lemons, Make Lemonade!

JayCee — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:05:26 +0000

I was driving home from work today and I came across a scene that reminded me of what I would have done when I was a kid: make the most of it. I was traveling down the Youngsville Highway when I saw a young boy, in a plastic tub, “rowing” across a flooded parking lot. [...]

Lafayette City Police Are Investigating Two Early Morning Shootings

Ken Romero — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 17:34:15 +0000

No injuries were reported in either incident.

Plant Your Zatarain's Crab Boil Bag

CJ — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 17:02:12 +0000

When the nice lady behind the counter at Native Sun Nursery said, “Plant your Zatarain’s Crab Boil bag, I thought to myself, “Did she really just say that?” Well you know me, I had to investigate. So I commenced to asking questions, and ended up learning just how special those little bags of seasoning bliss [...]

Lafayette And Broussard Announce End To Water And Land Dispute

Bernadette Lee — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:29:46 +0000

The two leaders met today to talk about annexation and litigation.

Top 5 Most Requested Songs On The Polyester Power Hour [VIDEOS]

CJ — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 16:21:24 +0000

The Polyester Power Hour is a Friday morning tradition in Acadiana for nearly 17 years now and we've taken a look back to find out what have been the most requested songs over the years.

Here Are The Top 5 Most Requested Songs On The Polyester Power Hour

Carencro High Student Teacher Asked To Leave Campus After Speaking Out

JayCee — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 14:44:35 +0000

According to the Daily Advertiser, Derrick Comeaux, a student teacher at Carencro High School, says that he was told by the principal to take his belongings and leave the school property. A school resource officer was there to assist in his departure.

Broussard Mayor Says He Is Withdrawing Lawsuit Against The City Of Lafayette

Bernadette Lee — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:19:03 +0000

Langlinais says he is making the move as a sign of good faith on the part of Broussard.

Let Me Tell You About The People Of Acadiana

CJ — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 17:55:52 +0000

Often times, Southerners, especially those of us South of I 10, are made out to be not as socially advanced as those up North...well this is a story about the people from a place we proudly call Acadiana.