Church Point

A routine traffic stop leads to a drug bust that will take almost $900,000 of cocaine off the South Louisiana streets.

The 16th annual Cajun Woodstock is set for this April 28-29, 2018 at Church Point City Park. The family friendly event features live entertainment, food, fun and more.

When 79-year-old Nelene Guidroz heard his dogs barking early Monday morning, the last thing he expected to be causing the raucous was a 9-foot gator next to his back fence.

Sunday, Church Point, La. hosted their annual chicken run and Mardi Gras parade.  If you've never witnessed either, next year treat yourself to one of the most amazing traditions in Acadiana.

Here are our picks for fun things to do Mardi Gras weekend in Lafayette and around Acadiana: