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Woman escapes shooting; Opelousas man faces attempted murder charges

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Woman escapes shooting; Opelousas man faces attempted murder charges

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LAWTELL, La. (KLFY) -- Opelousas man is charged with attempted second degree murder and other related charges after shooting at a woman who was meeting someone in the area, deputies said. Deputies said they arrested and charged Sklar Lamonte Meche, 43, of Opelousas for attempted second degree murder, possession of firearm by a person convicted f a certain felonies and aggravated criminal damage to a property. On Tuesday, deputies said they respo…See the Story

Celebrate 100th anniversary of 'King of Zydeco' Clifton Chenier with events throughout Louisiana

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Celebrate 100th anniversary of 'King of Zydeco' Clifton Chenier with events throughout Louisiana

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

Happy early Clifton Chenier Day! The 100th anniversary of the Grammy Hall of Famer’s birth near Opelousas isn’t official until June 25. However, a slew of music releases, tribute shows and memorabilia honoring the King of Zydeco will happen throughout…See the Story

St. Landry Children's Advocacy Center celebrates 30 years

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St. Landry Children's Advocacy Center celebrates 30 years

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The St. Landry Parish Children's Advocacy Center is celebrating its 30th birthday with a community event.The Birthday Bash is set for Saturday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at 1939 W. Landry Street in Opelousas.THe event is a fundraiser for the CAC, which is a part of Hearts of Hope, the Center for Trauma in Acadiana.Entry is $5, but kids 10 years old and younger get in free.There will be a barbecue cook-off, a cornhole tournament, an auction and lo…Read Article

Presentation by Sam Irwin Scheduled for Louis Armstrong's Birthday

Sam Irwin will discuss Louis Armstrong’s Fourth of July birthday in a talk at the Opelousas Museum on July 1.Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

Curfew in effect for anyone under 18 in Opelousas

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OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — With school being out for the summer, the Opelousas Police Department reminds everyone there is a curfew in effect to keep your kids safe. The curfew, for anyone under the age of 18, lasts from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Joe Anderson, Public Information Officer for OPD, said while crime is known to happen late at night, you, as a parent, should know where your children are at all times. “Most of the crime that is committed by you…Curfew · Opelousas Read Article

Opelousas could be the only town exempt from Louisiana speed camera regulations

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

If youve ever had your day ruined by finding a speeding ticket in the mail after driving through Opelousas youre not alone. But heres whats changing and whats not.A new bill heading to the governors desk could ban the use of speed cameras in towns and cities across Louisiana restricting the cameras only to clearly marked school zones. However, thanks to a last-minute amendment, Opelousas may be the only town in the entire state where those camer…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

St. Landry Parish School Board discusses possible teacher pay hike

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OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — The St. Landry Parish School Board discussed a proposal for teacher raises at its meeting on Thursday, June 5. The plan would increase teachers' pay by $1,000. The proposal surprised the teachers' union. Due to…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

St. Landry Parish honors first responders who rescued man from burning car

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OPELOUSAS, La. (NEWS 15) — First responders in St. Landry Parish were honored for their bravery in saving a man from a burning car. The ceremony recognized the deputies and firefighters who rescued Donald Cain after his vehicle caught fire…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

St. Landry Parish Makes $375K in Operational Budget Cuts

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OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) -- St. Landry Parish Government announced significant operational cuts totaling approximately $375,000 in response to escalating mandated expenses. According to officials, the cuts are designed to ensure that essential expenses, particularly those related to inmate housing, juvenile services, and disaster relief, are adequately funded. Opelousas City Jail closed, manpower issues persist "These cuts, while difficult, …Opelousas · Opelousas See the Story

Taj Mahal Honors Zydeco Legend Clifton Chenier in Latest Tribute

In 1955, Specialty Records took a chance on a little-known accordion player from Opelousas, Louisiana. The single was “Eh, ’Tite Fille”—Creole French for “Hey, little girl”—and the musician was Clifton Chenier. That record launched Chenier and his Zydeco Ramblers onto the national touring circuit. The further they got from Louisiana, the more that backbeat-driven blend of Creole rhythm and blues started to stick. And before long, Chenier was the…Opelousas · Opelousas Read Article

Shocking Case: Louisiana Man Accused Of Stabbing A Child Multiple... - Nationwide Report

READ MORE: LOUISIANA STATE REPRESENTATIVE CHARGED WITH DWI AND CHILD ENDANGERMENT FOLLOWING CRASH The victim was taken to OpelousasOpelousas · Opelousas See the Story