(KLFY) — The Carnival season is hitting the home stretch, with Mardi Gras just a few days away. Here are some ideas for getting into the Carnival spirit this weekend, in anticipation of Fat Tuesday.Looking for beads, balls, or just a good time? Here’s your Mardi Gras schedule Running all weekend long are the Festival de…… MORE
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) – A strong cold front will move through Acadiana today leading to scattered showers and storms across the area along with a low threat for severe weather. After nearing 71°, temperatures are expected to quickly fall through the afternoon into the 50s along with breezy conditions. Lows tonight will flirt with the…… MORE
Date: Wednesday, March 8, 2023 Time: 11:30am – 5:30pm Place: Alexandria Convention Hall Address: 915 Third Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301… MORE
50 Cent has a new home in the film and TV space. The Queens icon signed a non-exclusive broadcast direct deal with FOX. FOX announced on Tuesday (February 14) that 50 will “develop scripted dramas, live-action comedies and animated series” in partnership with his G-Unit Film & Television production company. More Here… MORE
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) No injuries were reported after a crane fell on a house in Lafayette Tuesday afternoon. According to Lafayette Police, the crane fell during a large tree removal operation that was being performed by CDH crane rentals. More Here… MORE
Topgolf made it official: It will open a location in Lafayette by the end of the year. TG Lafayette Partners LLC, a Dallas-based company that partners with Topgolf on site selection, closed on its deal Friday to purchase 11.66 acres at 301 Meadow Farm Road next to Costco, land records show. An official announcement indicated construction…… MORE
Mississippi Valley State cheerleader is EJECTED from a college basketball game for confronting and shoving a rival player in an on-court altercation after he got in the way of her stunt routine. More Here… MORE
Check back often for the most updated Mardi Gras schedule for the Acadiana area and surrounding areas. Send us your events! Email details to [email protected]. ACADIA PARISH FEB 18 – Rayne Mardi Gras Parade & Southern Style Cookoff – Rayne Pavillion. Parade at 3pm. 4-7pm Cookoff. FEB 18 – Church Point Children’s Courir de Mardi Gras – 1036 E Ebey-Saddle Tramp…… MORE
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ST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KLFY) – An Opelousas woman has been arrested after she allegedly shot her boyfriend in the back during an argument, according to the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office (SLPSO). Crystal Gene Bell-Edmond, 41, of Opelousas, was arrested on Jan. 27 and charged with attempted second-degree murder, according to SLPSO. More Here… MORE
