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Delcambre community holds prayer vigil for missing crew in the Gulf and last updated 2021-04-16 00:21:04-04 Acadiana is offering support for the crew still missing in the Gulf of Mexico. 12 men have been missing since Tuesday, when their lift boat capsized in severe weather. Among them, at least four are from Acadiana and their families are getting some support. The vigil held in Delcambre honored those still missing the Gulf. One of those men is Jay Guevara of Lafayette. His family is hopefu...

We still have hope: Family members of missing crew anxiously awaiting word on loved ones "We still have hope": Family members of missing crew awaiting word on loved ones and last updated 2021-04-15 20:50:26-04 Families of the men missing in the Gulf of Mexico are anxiously waiting for any word on their loved ones. Relatives we spoke with say they hope they will soon hear good news. According to the Pitre family, the Coast Guard is expected to give families an update twice a day. Their emotions...

Spirit of Acadiana: The return of Camp Bon Coeur For 36 years Camp Bon Coeur has been the safe harbor for kids dealing with heart defects. But last year, the pandemic kept Camp ‘Good Heart’ from opening. So, the return of Camp Bon Coeur in Abbeville this summer is welcome news indeed. Scott Brazda has more in this edition of Spirit of Acadiana. and last updated 2021-04-15 20:34:24-04 For 36 years Camp Bon Coeur has been the safe harbor for kids dealing with heart defects. But last yea...

Submissions being accepted for Annual Youth Art Competition and last updated 2021-04-15 23:44:54-04 The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery is now accepting submissions for its Annual Youth Art Competition. Any child from Pre-K through 8th grade can submit their work in either the 2D or 3D category. The last day to submit is this Saturday, April 17. The artwork will be featured in an exhibit from April 21-May 2, with the awards reception set for May 2. "We think the creative process is impor...

Second earthquake this month strikes in northwest Louisiana United States Geological Survey and last updated 2021-04-16 07:48:27-04 An earthquake was reported Thursday night in northwest Louisiana. According to the United States Geological Survey, the 3.1 magnitude earthquake struck around 8 pm Thursday, April 15, about six miles west of the Blanchard area. Scientists say the quake occurred at a depth of 14.7 kilometers or 9 miles below the surface. Those who reported feeling the quake indicate...

GMA Cool Schools: Meaux Elementary School Celebrating Read Across America and last updated 2021-04-16 04:00:16-04 Todays Cool School is Meaux Elementary! The students celebrated Read Across America Day with a two week celebration. All of the students learned about Dr. Seuss. . . They read biographies about his life and why he chose the name Dr. Seuss. The loved how he used his imagination to create extraordinary characters and then brought them to life on the pages. . . . If you have a Cool ...

Groups raising awareness for community crime abuse in Evangeline Parish and last updated 2021-04-15 20:59:08-04 VILLE PLATTE, La. — In Evangeline Parish, area organizations are teaming up to raise awareness for crime and abuse. A crime walk event was held at the Gula Miller Walking Park. Organizers want the community to know that resources are available for those who need help. "I want our community to know that you are not alone," said Kizzy Shelvin, community outreach coordinator. "Tha...

Downtown restaurants adding global flavor to Festival International 22 restaurants throughout Acadiana are participating in FEASTival. and last updated 2021-04-16 10:09:34-04 LAFAYETTE, La. — Restaurants in downtown Lafayette are bringing out some new dishes as part of the first-ever Feastival. It’s part of Festival International and some of the dishes’ proceeds will go to fund the festivities. Reve Downtown is bringing out a Cuban-inspired sandwich, Pops Poboys is featuring a di...

Virtual cooking experience part of KRVS fundraiser Virtual cooking experience part of KRVS fundraiser 04/14/2021 and last updated 2021-04-14 23:58:54-04 A fundraiser by KRVS is giving those who donate a virtual cooking experience. With your donation, you and three friends get access to a cooking lesson by award-winning chef, author, and tv host Lidia Bastianich. Theyll send you the menu and ingredients to make it happen from the comfort of your own home. "Youll have all the ingredients for a...

Longtime Lafayette philanthropist James "Jim" Moncus dies at 82 Scott Clause/scottclause Photography From Our Lady of Lourdes Archives: (2018) Jim and Ruth Moncus joined by the Our Lady of Lourdes Board of Directors and Lourdes Foundation Sr. Director, Jeigh Stipe at the reception to honor the $5M gift for the JD Moncus Cancer Center. and last updated 2021-04-14 17:46:25-04 LAFAYETTE, La. — Longtime Lafayette philanthropist James "Jim" Moncus, 82, died Wednesday at his home. Funeral arrang...