Elijah Nixon

2 weeks ago | katc.com | Elijah Nixon

What started as a painful accident on the sidelines turned into a powerful transformation for Rebecca Chaisson. Years ago, Chaisson was photographing a local football game for a newspaper when a player accidentally tackled her. The hit resulted in a serious hip injury—one that would lead her down an unexpected path. To recover, she turned to CrossFit. The workouts helped her regain strength, mobility, and confidence. But CrossFit gave her more than just physical healing—it gave her purpose.

2 weeks ago | katc.com | Elijah Nixon

The excitement of the Acadiana Junior and High School Rodeo is back in Opelousas for its second year, and it’s bigger and better than ever! After more than two decades without a rodeo in St. Landry Parish, last year's event marked a momentous return, sparking the idea to make it an annual tradition. “This event really brought back memories of 20 years ago,” said event organizer Brandon Guillot.

2 weeks ago | katc.com | Elijah Nixon

At Opelousas General Health, a special event was held to honor those who have received life-saving organ transplants, shining a light on the incredible impact of organ donation. Among the stories shared, two powerful personal experiences stood out, highlighting the resilience, generosity, and deep gratitude of transplant recipients. One of the honorees, Audrey Lanclos, shared a story of her journey to receiving a kidney transplant.

2 weeks ago | katc.com | Elijah Nixon

The St. Edmund Blue Jays are gearing up for another season as they make their way to the Catholic Bowl this year at Arlington Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This prestigious game, which has become a major fixture in Catholic high school football, will mark the third appearance for the Blue Jays in the last five years. Since its inception in 2021, the Catholic Bowl has brought together Catholic football teams from across the country.

2 weeks ago | katc.com | Elijah Nixon

St. Landry Parish is known for its rich cultural heritage, from producing some of the most accomplished athletes to being the birthplace of zydeco music. But what is sometimes overlooked is the parish’s thriving art scene, which has been nurtured through a long-standing tradition of fostering young talent. One of the standout initiatives that have helped showcase local creativity for 18 years is the annual student art exhibit.