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✨ Journalism students are working on a project, which covers the safety, individuals, culture, and history of our be...
08/04/2023

✨ Journalism students are working on a project, which covers the safety, individuals, culture, and history of our beloved Festival International. Meet our news crew and stay tuned!

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With the coronavirus ravaging local economies across the United States and multiple hurricanes devastating parts of Loui...
27/11/2020

With the coronavirus ravaging local economies across the United States and multiple hurricanes devastating parts of Louisiana, many have found themselves struggling to make ends meet. But several charitable organizations in Lafayette have gone the extra mile to help their community recover.

Featured in this story: United Way of Acadiana, Lafayette Economic Development Authority LEDA & Catholic Charities of Acadiana

After facing a difficult year surrounded by the coronavirus outbreak and multiple hurricanes, Acadiana residents can find comfort in local charities who are working to assist anyone in the area who…

While recent hurricane activity coupled with COVID-19 may be the cause of increased waste in Acadiana, one local busines...
27/11/2020

While recent hurricane activity coupled with COVID-19 may be the cause of increased waste in Acadiana, one local business and organization continues to encourage sustainability efforts in the area.

Featured in this story: Sans Paquet

In Acadiana a local business and an organization are both trying to encourage residents to live more sustainably, limiting their waste production whenever possible. And though the recent hurricanes…

While some Black businesses had to completely shut down because of COVID-19, three local, Black-owned businesses share...
26/11/2020

While some Black businesses had to completely shut down because of COVID-19, three local, Black-owned businesses shared how they stayed afloat through the pandemic.

Featured in this story: Divine Cakes & Sweets Boutique, Juice’d, and Black Cafe

The pandemic has hit many Black businesses across the country harder than most, but here in Lafayette three local Black businesses have managed to gain additional support over the past months. Blac…

During the ongoing pandemic, nursing homes are keeping safety a top priority by following federal and state guidelines f...
25/11/2020

During the ongoing pandemic, nursing homes are keeping safety a top priority by following federal and state guidelines for visitation.

During the pandemic, nursing homes have had to follow extra safety regulations and protocols to keep their residents safe. Learn more about their continued efforts. 4 Minute Read.

The Wild Ones organization held an online lucid dreaming event led by author and dreaming guide, Tree Carr, on Nov. 21.
25/11/2020

The Wild Ones organization held an online lucid dreaming event led by author and dreaming guide, Tree Carr, on Nov. 21.

A local online community hosted an online lucid dreaming event on Nov. 21st for attendees to experience the potential of their dreams. Led by dreaming guide Tree Carr, the workshop worked to open c…

Lafayette Police Department’s (LPD) Community Relations Board is currently writing legislation to bring police reform to...
24/11/2020

Lafayette Police Department’s (LPD) Community Relations Board is currently writing legislation to bring police reform to Lafayette.

Lafayette Police Department’s Community Relations Board is working on writing new legislation for police reform in Lafayette. Board members and city council members said they believe this is an imp…

Louisiana as a state is often known for its eccentrics, from jazz to crawfish to Mardi Gras. Yet, sometimes these extrao...
23/11/2020

Louisiana as a state is often known for its eccentrics, from jazz to crawfish to Mardi Gras. Yet, sometimes these extraordinary traditions call for extraordinary regulations.

Have you ever wondered why Louisiana has so many obscure laws? Even today, the state constitution contains some laws that many may question the relevance of. Why are some of these laws not repealed…

The 15th Judicial District Court Division D race to replace Judge Edward D. Rubin will continue in a runoff this Decembe...
21/11/2020

The 15th Judicial District Court Division D race to replace Judge Edward D. Rubin will continue in a runoff this December.

Two candidates for the 15th Judicial District Court seat for Division D will compete in a runoff on Dec. 5th in Lafayette Parish. Royale Colbert and Amanda Martin both continue to vie for the spot.…

The Clearport Learning Center is hosting a socially distant Among Us “Live” fundraiser event on Nov. 21, providing safe ...
21/11/2020

The Clearport Learning Center is hosting a socially distant Among Us “Live” fundraiser event on Nov. 21, providing safe fun during the on-going pandemic.

A local learning center is offering high school students safe fun Nov. 21, hosting a real life version of the app-based online game Among Us. The event is being held as a fundraiser for the Clearpo…

As the pandemic continues, local organizations are finding ways to remain connected with the community by hosting virtua...
19/11/2020

As the pandemic continues, local organizations are finding ways to remain connected with the community by hosting virtual races. Through online events, organizations are ensuring participants’ safety, while still raising money for their cause.

Featured in this story: Cajun Road Runners Club and Miles Perret Cancer Services

As the novel coronavirus pandemic and the subsequent safety restrictions continue, local organizations and nonprofits have gotten creative with their fundraising events. Two local organizations hav…

Nine weeks into Phase 3, unemployment numbers in Louisiana remain above the pre-pandemic normal.
18/11/2020

Nine weeks into Phase 3, unemployment numbers in Louisiana remain above the pre-pandemic normal.

As the pandemic continues, unemployment looks to be on the decline compared to peak rates during statewide shutdowns. However, one expert said the decline may not be all that positive, especially a…

After facing state and local restrictions due to COVID-19 earlier this year, Downtown Lafayette held its second, consist...
17/11/2020

After facing state and local restrictions due to COVID-19 earlier this year, Downtown Lafayette held its second, consistent in-person ArtWalk on Saturday, Nov. 14.

Downtown Lafayette hosted its second in-person ArtWalk since going virtual at the beginning of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Both vendors and attendees said the experience was different from prev…

Following the initial suspension of public, in-person activities in March due to COVID-19 precautions, the Lafayette Pub...
16/11/2020

Following the initial suspension of public, in-person activities in March due to COVID-19 precautions, the Lafayette Public Library System (LPLS) reports its successes and challenges almost 8 months later.

The Lafayette Public Library System reports continued efforts to reach the public during the pandemic through various online services. 6 minute read.

Formosa plant permit suspended as residents and activist groups fight to keep the petrochemical plant out.
13/11/2020

Formosa plant permit suspended as residents and activist groups fight to keep the petrochemical plant out.

A small parish along the Mississippi River already struggling with industrial pollution could see a new $9.4 billion petrochemical facility, and many local activists fear the plant could do serious…

The Northside Vegan, LLC was started by Kimba Azore in July 2019. Azore said she hopes the restaurant can help educate t...
12/11/2020

The Northside Vegan, LLC was started by Kimba Azore in July 2019. Azore said she hopes the restaurant can help educate the people of Lafayette on the health and environmental benefits of veganism or limiting meat from one’s diet.

One local vegan restaurant is hoping to provide healthy alternatives in a state that is consistently ranked one of the highest in the nation for diabetes and heart disease. The Northside Vegan has …

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The Cypress Lake Wire is an educational project that is part of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette journalism program. Designed to be a “teaching hospital” for student journalism, the Cypress Lake Wire is an online-first, multimedia training program for aspiring journalists that is a required component of the curriculum. Students focus on reporting issues that serve the public interest, such as elections, education, infrastructure and employment, in order to better inform Acadiana residents so they may better participate in civic life.

Student journalists who work for the wire service are expected to produce work that follows professional standards. We attempt to be fair to all sides and transparent with our methods and affiliations. Read our ethics policy.

This online news platform is also a true wire service, as local, regional and state media outlets are free to publish our content on their own media platforms. For more information on how to publish our material, click here.