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Opelousas residents concerned after claims of voter fraud

Opelousas residents concerned after claims of voter fraud

In Opelousas, residents are voicing concerns of voter fraud ahead of upcoming elections. The discovery of 16 registered voters on Planters street comes after Councilman Ford’s neighbor claims Ford does not live on Planters Street or in district B. Read More From klfy.comMORE

Lafayette High School lockdown lifted, two arrested

Lafayette High School lockdown lifted, two arrested

Two Lafayette High School students face terrorizing charges after death threats posted on social media led to two lockdowns of the school this week. Lafayette Police spokesman Matthew Benoit confirmed that officers were on campus and that the school went into lockdown earlier this morning. Read More From klfy.comMORE

St. Landry Parish issues burn ban effective immediately

St. Landry Parish issues burn ban effective immediately

The St. Landry Parish Government has issued a burn ban in the parish effective immediately. The ban includes anything with an open flame that produces an ember, according to a news release from Van Reed, the parish’s director of emergency preparedness. Read More From klfy.comMORE

Loretta Lynn Dies

Loretta Lynn Dies

Loretta Lynn, who was born a coal miner’s daughter before ultimately becoming one of the crown jewels of country music, has died. She was 90. In a statement provided to The Associated Press, Lynn’s family said she died Tuesday at her home in Hurricane Mills, Tennessee. “Our precious mom, Loretta Lynn, passed away peacefully this…MORE

HARDY’s Tour Bus Involved in Accident

HARDY’s Tour Bus Involved in Accident

Country singer-songwriter Hardy and his touring team are recovering from a bus accident that occurred early Sunday morning. The singer took to social media to update fans, revealing that all four people who were on the bus, including himself, “were all treated for significant injuries.” Michael Wilson Hardy was on the road after completing two…MORE

St. Francis Diner Overwhelmed by Community Response

St. Francis Diner Overwhelmed by Community Response

How a simple Facebook post led to an amazing response from local businesses, civic groups and individuals. Juanita Lewis, the Director of St. Francis Diner, took to Facebook recently to lament the lack of food on their shelves. The Diner, open for over 30 years now, serves hot meals to those in the community who…MORE

Lainey Wilson leads 56th CMA Awards noms; Chris Stapleton, Carly Pearce & Ashley McBryde not far behind

Lainey Wilson leads 56th CMA Awards noms; Chris Stapleton, Carly Pearce & Ashley McBryde not far behind

The nominations for the 56th Annual CMA Awards are out now, with newcomer Lainey Wilson leading the pack, with six nods. Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning will host the show which airs live from Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on Wednesday, November 9 on ABC. Here’s a rundown of this year’s contenders:   Entertainer of the YearLuke CombsMiranda LambertChris StapletonCarrie UnderwoodMorgan Wallen Single…MORE

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