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Saints lose in a stunner to the Eagles as defense collapses in the final minutes

The New Orleans Saints knew they’d eventually face adversity this season, and it finally came in waves on Sunday afternoon.

Over 20 people seen by medics after scarce water, hot temperatures during UL-Tulane game

The owners left town, and now this Lafayette sushi and hibachi spot is closed permanently

Childhood trauma can affect lifelong health, and Acadiana agencies are working to provide help

South Regional Library gets permit for $2M in upgrades. See what else is under construction.

Building permits for the city of Lafayette Sept. 4-10:

LPD chief shared angry text with sheriff's deputy over pricey patrol bill after officer's death

Text messages exchanged the day after a Lafayette officer died in the line of duty reveal the police chief's frustration over the sheriff's offer to assist with patrol at a rate of $45 per hour.

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A Swig shop will open in Lafayette. Here's what you need to know about its dirty sodas.

A national franchised soda chain is expected open its first location in Louisiana when it op…

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South Regional Library gets permit for $2M in upgrades. See what else is under construction.

Building permits for the city of Lafayette Sept. 4-10:

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Owner of Himbola apartments in Lafayette fined $32,000 for code violations

The owner of Himbola Manor low-income apartments in Lafayette will be fined $32,296 for 103 …

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Francine damage seen at over $1 billion. How will it impact Louisiana's insurance market?

Louisiana’s beleaguered insurance industry should be able to weather the modest number of cl…

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Average sale price of a home in Lafayette Parish on record pace; Could it eventually hit $300K?

The average sale price of a home in Lafayette Parish this year is inching toward $300,000, d…

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2 Lafayette apartment complexes permitted for a combined $37M. See what else is under construction.

Building permits for the city of Lafayette Aug. 28 to Sept. 3:

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Good, bad and ugly from UL-Tulane matchup that should have been played at night

There’s certainly a lot to unpack when analyzing UL’s 41-33 loss to Tulane on Saturday at Cajun Field.

One of LSU's top freshmen got his first career snaps vs. UCLA. Here's how he fared.

Former five-star defensive tackle signee Dominick McKinley earned his first career collegiate snaps on Saturday in LSU's 34-17 win over UCLA.

LSU's Bradyn Swinson tormented South Carolina. Then he created more havoc vs. UCLA.

Last week, Bradyn Swinson’s career day helped LSU notch a come-from-behind win over South Carolina.

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Lafayette is turning 200. Help us tell 200 stories.

In 1823, the Louisiana Legislature carved off the western half of St. Martin Parish to form a new parish.

Louisiana 2050: Explore the perilous future of our coast with maps and data

Louisiana may be the state most at risk from climate change, and the year 2050 could prove t…

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Louisiana 2050: Rising seas will upend life. Time is running out to limit the impact.

A special report from The Times-Picayune | The Advocate examines Louisiana's perilous future…

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The owners left town, and now this Lafayette sushi and hibachi spot is closed permanently

Fans of all-you-can-eat sushi and live hibachi were disappointed this month to learn that Sawa, which opened in Lafayette on June 12, had closed its doors. At first the restaurant shared a temporary notice of closure, citing the need for maintenance and staff training. But now, one of the re…

Protein powder 101: How to find one that works for you

If you're looking to incorporate a protein powder into your wellness routine, I have good news. With so many brands available, you’re bound to find a product that suits your nutritional needs, while also hitting the mark for flavor, texture and blend-ability.

This Lafayette artist brought her claw clip empire to New York Fashion Week with 'CLAWDIA'

It has been a busy year for the Lafayette artist who captured lightning in a bottle with "career claws" — the accessories beloved by dentists, doctors, baristas, writers and other professions represented by Colette Bernard's vibrant hair clips.

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With over 825 punchlines sent in, check out the WINNER and finalists in Walt Handelsman's latest Cartoon Caption Contest!

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Editorial: Enough already, Sen. Kennedy

Love him or loathe him, one thing is undeniable about Louisiana's Sen. John Neely Kennedy: He has burnished his political brand as a faux-folksy wiseacre who can always be counted on for a sound bite, typically one that disparages Democrats. His homespun shtick is an act, of course, as anyone who has followed Kennedy's career knows.

Letters log Sept 5-12: Steps to ensure a smooth publcation process

The most common question I get is, “Can you tell me when my letter will run?” While we are constantly looking for ways to improve our letters process, we cannot guarantee writers a date of publication. That’s because each week, we strive to provide a good mix of letters on various topics from all viewpoints, and also to publish the most timely letters when we can.

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