What's making news in Acadiana
 | By KEN STICKNEY | Staff writer Attorneys were mum this week on both sides of a development dispute concerning a neighborhood lot along the Vermilion River in Lafayette. But the circumstances of the case — what the neighbors can see with their own eyes — continues to be the hot topic for those who live nearby. Read more |
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 | BY STEPHEN MARCANTEL | Staff writer Acadiana musician Terrance Simien and his band, Zydeco Experience, were touring near Las Vegas last week when the trailer carrying their band equipment was stolen, according to the group's GoFundMe page. Terrance Simien's wife, Cynthia Simien, was the creator of the fundraising campaign. Read more |
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 | BY MIKE SMITH | Staff writer LAKE CHARLES — When President Joe Biden visited hurricane-battered Lake Charles back in May, the congressman representing the region was not there to receive him, missing a key opportunity to make the case for help for his struggling constituents. Read more |
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 | BY MADELYN CUTRONE | Staff writer Two 18 year olds were arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that took place in the 700 block of South Sterling Street on Jan. 16, the Lafayette Police Department said. Read more |
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 | BY KEVIN FOOTE | Staff writer In the first half, it was Sun Belt Player of the Year Starr Jacobs with 20 points. Read more |
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 | Capitol news bureau Whether accurate or not, the Baton Rouge political community has always loved passing around a good story – the juicy the better. Read more |
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