How Teche communities are re-invigorating life on the bayou
Up and down the Teche, communities are turning to the bayou once more as a vehicle for economic and cultural development. Is it a model Lafayette could follow on the Vermilion?
Up and down the Teche, communities are turning to the bayou once more as a vehicle for economic and cultural development. Is it a model Lafayette could follow on the Vermilion?
Phil Van Roy left France to follow his wife to Lafayette. His new shop, Be True Tattoo, finds Zen in the art of indoor plants and French folk music.
The 12-foot puppet, towering over crowds of fans during her trek worldwide, is a child herself, bringing awareness to the plight of refugees around the world.
While flavors and ingredients differ, savoring the taste of home is a common thread linking Latin America and South Louisiana.
The event’s goal has always been to showcase an eclectic mix of up and coming talent. This year, Downtown Rising is trying to top itself.
While Downtown Lafayette embraces Pride, many queer people elsewhere in Acadiana struggle to find connection and representation.
Pucci Percussions teaches kids more than how to play musical instruments. It incorporates history and heritage into lessons, and provides tools for personal growth and professional success.
As locals add new programming and awareness, the role of Black liberation in Lafayette gains a bigger platform.
Old newsletters, photos and other ephemera document the history of LGBTQ+ culture in Lafayette and beyond.
Native plant gardens are restoring health to local ecosystems — and neighborhoods, too.
Buoyed by previous success, Lafayette restaurateurs are adding to the city’s “thriving Downtown food district” with spots that aim to capture the ideal experience. Among them are Sunday’s Soda Fountain and The Flats burger joint, which opened in the former Tula Tacos spot in April.
Lafayette’s biggest party is so big, it can be overwhelming. Stick with us, friend. We’ve got the must-see’s covered for this year’s festival.
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