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Acadiana News Updates

Short-term rental guests accidentally set fire to Lafayette condo with discarded cigarette

BY KATIE GAGLIANO | Staff writer

A short-term rental on Lee Avenue suffered fire damage after occupants tossed a cigarette in a plastic planter outside the unit’s front door, the Lafayette Fire Department said. Read more

DeRidder teen arrested in death of Opelousas man found dead inside home on Valentine’s Day

BY KATIE GAGLIANO | Staff writer

A second suspect has been arrested after a 26-year-old man was found dead inside his home on Valentine’s Day. Read more

UL OL coach Jeff Norrid manages to stay patient during shorthanded spring season

BY KEVIN FOOTE | Staff writer

When UL’s spring practice began, offensive line coach Jeff Norrid knew the pressure was on, and his unit was in a bit of flux. Read more

 
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St. Martin Parish responds to Lafayette spoil bank removal lawsuit, seeks dismissal

BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer

St. Martin Parish government alleges a lawsuit over Lafayette's clandestine removal of a spoil bank in St. Martin Parish should be dismissed in part because it was filed in Lafayette, which it asserts is the wrong venue.  Read more

Opelousas offering matching grant program for historic renovations

by Adam Daigle | Acadiana business editor

City officials in Opelousas are now offering a grant program for qualified businesses or property owners for building rehabilitation projects. Read more

Lafayette student artists to take centerstage at this Saturday’s annual Student Arts Expo

BY KATIE GAGLIANO | Staff writer

The annual Student Arts Expo at the Acadiana Center for the Arts is back “in all its glory” this Saturday, with a full slate of live performances, demonstrations and exhibits taking over the arts hub and downtown. Read more

 
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