Young Girl Cleans Up Mardi Gras Parade Litter in Lafayette
Parents of child praised for teaching responsibility and community service
Lagniappe Ladies Seek New Members for 2026-2027 Season
LARC Seeks Donations for Mardi Gras Bead Recycling Program
Weather
Cold Front Brings Gusty Winds, Red Flag Warning to Acadiana
Dry conditions and strong winds prompt weather alerts across the region

Severe Weather Forecast For Mardi Gras Weekend In Louisiana
Residents in South Louisiana should brace for severe weather this Mardi Gras weekend, but it looks like the worst storms will hold off until late Saturday night, keeping festivities largely intact.
Severe Storm Threat Looms Over Mardi Gras Weekend
South Louisiana prepares for Mardi Gras celebrations amid forecast of heavy rain and storms on Saturday
Crime
Missing Person Found Dead in Washington, Louisiana
St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office investigates death of Carencro man at campground

Lafayette's Most Wanted Fugitives Revealed
Local authorities release list of 20 individuals wanted for various offenses
Lawyer Who Warned of Clergy Abuse Dies at 78
Ray Mouton coauthored a 1985 report that warned Catholic bishops about the endemic problem of pedophilia in the church, but his warnings were ignored.
Politics
St. Martin Parish Seeks Restoration of Spoil Banks After Guillory Indictment
Officials say removal of levees poses flood risk, as civil case against Lafayette Consolidated Government continues.

Young Louisiana Lawmaker Becomes Governor's Chief of Staff
Julie Emerson, at 37, takes on top role after emerging as a conservative leader in the state legislature.
Cassidy Votes to Keep Government Open, Secures Over $1.3 Billion for Louisiana
Senator Cassidy announces funding for key infrastructure, healthcare, and defense projects across the state
Sports
Louisiana Guard De'Vion Lavergne Emerges as Key Player
Redshirt sophomore leads team in assists and averages double-digit points after standout high school and junior college career.

Alonzo Alvarez hits tie-breaking HR, No. 23 Miami wins 6-2 over Indiana State
Derek Williams also homered and drove in three runs for the Hurricanes
Teurlings Rebels Baseball Faces Off Against Catholic High
Photos capture the action as the two Louisiana high school teams compete on the diamond.
Lifestyle
Norman Francis, Pioneering Xavier University President, Dies at 94
Francis was the first Black president of the historically Black Catholic university and played a key role in the civil rights movement in New Orleans.

Norman Francis, Pioneering President of Xavier University, Dies at 94
Francis was the first Black president of the historically Black Catholic university, serving for 47 years until his retirement in 2015.
Wild Child Wines celebrates 5 years in downtown Lafayette
The specialty wine shop has expanded its offerings beyond just wine in its first half-decade.