(LAFAYETTE, La.) Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory notified Governor John Bel Edwards in a letter Wednesday afternoon that Lafayette Parish is opting-in pursuant to Proclamation Number 117 JBE 2020. This will allow bars in the parish to open for on-premises consumption at the full extent authorized by the Governor’s current proclamation. Bars allowed to open under…… More
Louisiana’s Ragin Cajuns are having a great start to the 2020 season! The team is 2 and 0, and ranked #19 in the AP Poll and #25 in the latest Coaches Poll! This Saturday, September 26th, the Cajuns are at Cajun Field for their home opener against Georgia Southern. Kickoff is set for 11 am,…… More
Due to Coronavirus concerns, the 2020 Lafayette Christmas Parade, sponsored by Sonic has been canceled. In a story from KLFY TV-10, officials with Kergan Bros. Sonic said they made the decisions after consulting with local law enforcement and city officials. “This wasn’t an easy decision, but we agree that protecting residents’ health is most important,” says…… More
Household Hazardous Waste Day Scheduled Lafayette Parish residents can mark their calendars for Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Household Hazardous Waste Day. Chemicals, electronics and other items can be taken to Cajun Field for proper disposal or recycling on Saturday, November 21, 2020 from 8 a.m.-noon. Accepted and Unaccepted Items Chemicals Accepted Electronics Accepted Will NOT…… More
Check Out the Internet from Lafayette Public Library Lafayette Public Library patrons can borrow a MiFi (Mobile WiFi) Hotspot to take the internet wherever they may go. A hotspot is a portable device that provides WiFi internet access to computers, smartphones, and tablets by connecting to a cellular network. So, wherever cell phone service is…… More
NO Cost COVID- 19 Testing will be available at the following locations – Thursday, September 17th Iberia Comprehensive Health Center 806 Jefferson Terrace, New Iberia Testing is from 8:00am to 3:00pm ____________________________________ Friday, September 18th Lafayette Parish Health Unit 220 W. Willow St. Lafayette (first parking lot in the front) Testing is from 8:00am to…… More
On September 22, 2020, Americans will celebrate National Voter Registration Day with a massive cross-country effort to register voters well in advance of Election Day this November. With a historic presidential election approaching, every eligible American voter should exercise his or her right to be heard at the ballot box, and National Voter Registration Day…… More
Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is increasing mosquito abatement efforts in the Parish following Hurricane Laura. An increase in mosquito activity is a common occurrence following a storm event. Citizens noticing an influx in mosquitoes in their area can now use the Lafayette 311 portal to request service. All submitted requests are routed directly to Mosquito Control Services,…… More
This Sunday is the annual Giles Automotive Hunters For The Hungry ‘Clean Out Your Freezer’ Food Drive. Food donations will benefit the Refinery Mission. 1 out of 5 families in Acadiana don’t have enough to eat. You can help, clean out your freezer and donate any extra fish or game this Sunday from 10a-3p at…… More
Lafayette Parish residents can get rid of old trash and junk that aren’t typically picked up with regular garbage collection during “Debris Drop,” set for Saturday, October 24, 2020. Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) and Republic Services are sponsoring the annual event, offering two drop-off locations. “LCG and Republic Services want to help citizens properly dispose…… More
For the first time ever, this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will not be an in-person event. It looks like the annual holiday parade will have the same TV experience that we are used to with balloons, floats, and performers, but they won’t walk through the streets and there are no spectators allowed. The balloon handlers…… More
Today, Friday, September 11th, there is a COVID 19 Testing and Vaccine site in Lafayette- Friday, Sept. 11: 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Lafayette Parish Health Unit 220 W. Willow St. This is a drive-thru testing and vaccination site. Please stay in your vehicle and wear a mask. You must provide a phone number and email address…… More
LAFAYETTE, LA (Sept. 10, 2020) — To support pandemic response and preparedness efforts, today, Vitalant became the first U.S. blood services provider to release COVID-19 antibody-positive rates of more than 250,000 blood donors, June through July 2020, including those in the Northern Nevada area. Those with a positive diagnostic or antibody test result are encouraged…… More
Louisiana’s Ragin Cajuns open up the 2020 Football season on the road in Ames, Iowa to face the Iowa State Cyclones. Kickoff is set for 11 am CST on ESPN. 👊 The #cULture is back. It's GAME WEEK! 🆚: No. 23 Iowa State 📍: Ames, Iowa 🗓️: Saturday, Sept. 12 ⌚: 11 AM CT 📺:…… More
Some property owners and renters who have an expired flood insurance policy through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) could still be eligible to file a claim for flood damage caused by Hurricane Laura. In March, when the COVID-19 pandemic began causing financial hardship to many, FEMA extended the grace period for policyholders to renew…… More
The Grand Ole Opry will welcome patrons back to its iconic venue on Oct. 3 with a showcase featuring Dierks Bentley, Terri Clark, Vince Gill and Lorrie Morgan. The Grand Ole Opry has aired without an audience present since March 19 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The in-venue audience will be capped at 500 guests…… More
Brad Paisley and wife Kimberly Williams-Paisley teamed up with Belmont University and Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee to create The Store—a free grocery store in Nashville that serves individuals and families experiencing food insecurities and financial hardship. The nonprofit was slated to open in mid-April, but due to the COVID-19 pandemic and tornado…… More
Tim McGraw made a virtual appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live on Sept. 23. In addition to chatting with the titular host, Tim shared a performance clip of his current Top 10 single, “I Called Mama.” The tune is featured on Tim’s new album, Here On Earth, which was released on Aug. 21. Penned by Lance Miller,…… More
Carrie Underwood will release her first-ever Christmas album, My Gift, on Sept. 25. To help spread the Christmas spirit, Carrie has teamed with HBO Max for a holiday special that will be streamed across the platform. Carrie will appear with a live orchestra and choir during the Playtone-produced special, performing a combination of traditional holiday…… More
Lee Brice’s “One of Them Girls” is No. 2 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart for the second straight week as Luke Combs’ “Lovin’ On You” continues its four-week reign atop the chart. The tune follows Lee’s No. 1 single, “Rumors,” which topped the charts in July 2019, and his collaboration with Carly Pearce, “I…… More
