Penelope Lopez
Multimedia Journalist, MMJ/Weekend Anchor at KATC-TV (Lafayette, LA)
Vermilion Parish reporter for @KATCTV3 in Lafayette, LA! Story ideas? Email me: [email protected]
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2 weeks ago |
katc.com | Penelope Lopez
VERMILION PARISH — Abbeville, La - Clear skies and the satisfying crack of perfect drives set the tone Saturday morning at Southern Oaks Country Club, where 69 golfers gathered for the ninth annual Levy Cancer Foundation Golf Classic. The Levy Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit established in memory of Irvin and Josephine Levy, longtime Abbeville residents who lost their lives to cancer.
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3 weeks ago |
katc.com | Penelope Lopez
Arnaudville, LA – Chef Karlos Knott, known for his pizza expertise at Bayou Teche Brewing and Cajun Saucer, is gearing up to showcase his culinary skills at the 2025 Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off in Slidell. After 16 years as the "king of pizza," Knott is excited to earn his crown in the 18th annual competition. The competition, taking place on June 27, features 12 chefs from across Louisiana, each tasked with presenting a unique seafood dish.
VC hosts 5th annual ‘Fishing for Memories’ tournament to support athletics and Alzheimer’s Awareness
3 weeks ago |
katc.com | Penelope Lopez
Erath, LA. - Looking for a fun way to spend the week and support a worthy cause? Vermilion Catholic’s annual “Fishing for Memories” tournament is set to take place June 5-8 at Don’s Boat Landing in Erath. The event, organized by the Vermilion Catholic Booster Club, offers more than just fishing. Participants can enjoy prizes, awards, free jambalaya and live music throughout the tournament. “It gives us a fundraiser at the end of the school year,” said Gerrod Brasseaux, the booster club president.
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3 weeks ago |
katc.com | Penelope Lopez
Vermilion Parish, LA - A long-anticipated road improvement project in Vermilion Parish is finally underway, and residents in Kaplan say it’s about time. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) recently launched a $7 million state-funded construction effort on LA 335. The project spans from the highway’s intersection with LA 35 to its eastern junction with LA 694. Work will include drainage improvements, concrete overlay, and new pavement markings.
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3 weeks ago |
katc.com | Penelope Lopez
VERMILION PARISH — LEBLANC, LA- For years, LeBlanc resident Philip Hanks has battled rising water near his home, fearing that the next heavy rain could lead to more devastating flooding. “I don’t want to lose my house,” Hanks said. “If a storm takes it, I understand that’s God’s nature, that’s God’s will.
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For months, Louisiana state has seen their driest season yet and farmers are feeling the brunt. I spoke with a Kaplan farmer who said this was probably the worst drought since the 90's. More of his story on @KATCTV3 https://t.co/8NYhE3eGEA #Louisianafarmers #drought
ICYMI: 10 years old? Louisiana says you can be certified to hunt Check out my latest on @KATCTV3 about the youth hunting education course hosted by the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Department. https://t.co/tEtTea2n8q
My latest story on @KATCTV3 The Math Depot, an affordable math tutoring and aftercare center for children, and community sponsors teamed up for a community cleanup project. Full story below https://t.co/0kmknbV8fG