Lidia Alcala

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LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — In 2022, Even St. Julien attended a Mardi Gras ball in Acadia Parish, which kickstarted the founding of his own krewe. This krewe, however, is just for kids. Right now, Krewe de Jeunesse is having a membership drive. Kids and teens ages 9-18 can register now through April 30. Membership gives kids the chance to attend events throughout the year, like the Summer Soiree, holiday socials, and of course, the Mardi Gras ball.

1 week ago | klfy.com | Lidia Alcala

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — In 2022, Even St. Julien attended a Mardi Gras ball in Acadia Parish, which kickstarted the founding of his own krewe. This krewe, however, is just for kids. Right now, Krewe de Jeunesse is having a membership drive. Kids and teens ages 9-18 can register now through April 30. Membership gives kids the chance to attend events throughout the year, like the Summer Soiree, holiday socials, and of course, the Mardi Gras ball.

4 weeks ago | klfy.com | Lidia Alcala

by: Lidia Alcala Posted: Mar 26, 2025 / 07:17 PM CDT Updated: Mar 26, 2025 / 07:17 PM CDT LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Lafayette’s only locally owned alcohol distributor, Schilling Distributing, is joining forces with Folds of Honor to offer two scholarships to local students who have a parent who is a fallen or disabled military veteran or first responder.

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LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The fourth and final Remarkable Women finalist being honored is Dr. Mary Neiheisel. Dr. Neiheisel is a nursing professor at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. “I’ve been in Lafayette for 58 and half years and everyday I learn something. And I have met so many remarkable women over the years” Dr. Neiheisel said. Though nursing has been Dr. Neihesel’s profession, she’s dedicated her life to giving back in any way she can.

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ABBEVILLE, La. (KLFY) — As we continue introducing you to our Remarkable Women finalists this month, meet Justina Plowden. Plowden is proving that a lot more can be done from a wheelchair than you might think. “I am very proud of myself to not give up.” Plowden stated. “And I just want so many other members of the community there are so many ways to live your life to the fullest capability that you have.