Zane Hogue

Multimedia Journalist at KLFY-TV (Lafayette, LA)

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Efforts underway to preserve historic Slims Y-Ki-Ki dance hall

6 days ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — Rod Sias with the Zydeco Historical and Preservation Society says the group was previously awarded funding from the state which they dedicated to preserving the historic Slims Y-Ki-Ki and getting its national recognition for the role it played in zydeco culture. “Sims Y-Ki-Ki is one of the last remaining zydeco dance halls. Clifton Chenier played here, it is an integral part of zydeco music in creole culture and history. And so, we’re looking to preserve that,” said Sias.
St. Landry Parish plans proactive steps to reduce flood risk

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Zane Hogue

ST. LANDRY PARISH, la. (KLFY) — Preparation is underway in St. Landry Parish as the weather approaches, with parish government hitting various areas to try to minimize the risk of flooding. Parish President Jessie Bellard said when heavy rain is expected parish government immediately prepares sandbags, not only for people to pick up, also to deliver to the disabled and the elderly who need the assistance.
St. Landry Parish plans proactive steps to reduce flood risk

1 week ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

ST. LANDRY PARISH, la. (KLFY) — Preparation is underway in St. Landry Parish as the weather approaches, with parish government hitting various areas to try to minimize the risk of flooding. Parish President Jessie Bellard said when heavy rain is expected parish government immediately prepares sandbags, not only for people to pick up, also to deliver to the disabled and the elderly who need the assistance.
Opelousas seeks funds and tax reforms for infrastructure fix

1 week ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — Rod Sias was Chief Administrative Officer during the Reggie Tatum administration and has direct experience and understanding of Opelousas infrastructure. When sat down to discuss ideas on how to improve the infrastructure, he laid out some ideas that include effective plan development and an understood effort from both officials and residents.
Opelousas officials inform locals on sales tax renewal importance

1 week ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — A special meeting held at City Hall in Opelousas today gave the council members and Mayor Julius Alsandor a chance to let all residents in Opelousas know that the importance of this sales tax renewal. The sales tax being proposed for renewal is a 1% sales tax used for the purposes of maintaining waterworks, sewer, facilities, and the salaries of city workers. “It’s going to be a local tax, only for the people of the city of Opelousas within the corporate limits.
Resident frustrated with Opelousas sewer and water issues

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — Derrick Comeaux works with rental properties across the city, and has been vocal about the city’s sewer issues, erupted water lines and repaving of damaged roads without repainting the water lines effectively. “You have situations like this with the fire hydrant the councilman has put in work order,” he said. “After work order, I made a phone call. After a phone call.
Resident frustrated with Opelousas sewer and water issues

1 week ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — Derrick Comeaux works with rental properties across the city, and has been vocal about the city’s sewer issues, erupted water lines and repaving of damaged roads without repainting the water lines effectively. “You have situations like this with the fire hydrant the councilman has put in work order,” he said. “After work order, I made a phone call. After a phone call.
UL students rally for inclusion after diversity cuts

2 weeks ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — “We are going to keep fighting until things change for the better.” said Jae Regan of the Lafayette Inclusion Task Force. On UL campus, The Lafayette Inclusion Task Force organized a protest to show solidarity and show that inclusion on any University campus is important and needs to be recognized.
Eunice Housing Executive Director on administrative leave

2 weeks ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

UPDATE, 4/29/25, 6:55 p.m.: Executive Director, Angelia Guillory, is instructed by the Eunice Housing Authority to be placed on a 30-day administrative leave. Eunice Housing Authority stated the purpose of the leave is to act according in correspondence after receiving an employment contract and request for its buyout from Guillory’s attorney.
Sponsorship opportunities coming to South City Park

2 weeks ago | klfy.com | Zane Hogue

OPELOUSAS, La. (KLFY) — With work well underway at Donald Gardner stadium and the South City Park in Opelousas, there is also work being done to get businesses involved in the park through sponsorships. Lena Charles with the Opelousas Downtown Development District says as the park has come together, and businesses will have the chance to have their names embedded in the park with their sponsorships, funding additions.