KATC-TV (Lafayette, LA)

KATC, which operates on virtual channel 3, is a television station that is affiliated with ABC and is based in Lafayette, Louisiana. The station is part of Cordillera Communications, a division of Evening Post Industries. KATC's studios are situated on Eraste Landry Road in the southern part of the city. Its transmitter, which started broadcasting on November 6, 2007, is located close to Branch, Louisiana.

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Unsettled weather pattern continues except this weekend drier conditions return

20 hours ago | katc.com | Breyanna Lewis

Warm and humid weather continues!The unsettled weather pattern continues another day as drier conditions return this weekend, which is great news for those attending Festival International. However, there is still a slight possibility of a shower or thunderstorm tomorrow. Thankfully, we do not expect widespread rainfall for the rest of the week. A few areas may have patchy fog. See the KATC 10 Day Forecast for the latest.
Unsettled weather continues this week

3 days ago | katc.com | Breyanna Lewis

Email Posted The unsettled weather pattern continues tomorrow. See the KATC 10 Day Forecast for the latest.
Third annual Egg-stravaganza event in Kaplan brings the community together

4 days ago | katc.com | Penelope Lopez

KAPLAN, KATC - With a dinosaur-themed basket clenched tightly in his hand, six-year-old Jude Cormier had one goal in mind: eggs. “I think I’m going to get 15 eggs,” he said with excitement, scanning the field during the third annual Egg-stravaganza in Kaplan. Hosted by Citizens in Action 2.0, a local nonprofit, the Easter event drew families from across the area for a morning of egg hunts, face painting, cotton candy and community connection.
Mild and breezy Easter Sunday followed by a unsettled weather pattern

4 days ago | katc.com | Breyanna Lewis

Email Posted Mild temperatures and breezy conditions continue tomorrow for Easter. See the KATC 10 Day Forecast for the latest.
Warm, windy, and humid Easter weekend

5 days ago | katc.com | Breyanna Lewis

Easter weekend is expected to be warm, windy, and humid, with temperatures starting tonight in the 70s. On Saturday, we’ll be back in the 80s with partly to mostly cloudy skies. A Wind Advisory will take effect tomorrow, with south/southeast winds up to 20 mph and gusts near 30 mph. Looking ahead to Easter Sunday, the weather forecast for Acadiana has improved. Little to no rain is expected on Sunday , but there is a higher chance of rain in the forecast for Monday.
Local pastry shop prepares handmade Easter pastries for Holy Week

5 days ago | katc.com | Penelope Lopez

DUSON, La. — While Easter may be best known for decorated eggs and chocolate bunnies, for many in Acadiana, it’s also about pastries — fresh, flaky, and made from scratch. At The Rolling Pin in Duson, owner Brad Sonnier is preparing for one of the busiest times of the year, crafting seasonal favorites that have become a staple for locals. “At The Rolling Pin we do traditional French pastries that are all handmade in the shop from scratch,” Sonnier said.
Williams' walk-off lifts Cajuns over South Alabama in extras

6 days ago | katc.com | Jamarcus Fitzpatrick

LAFAYETTE — Sophomore Dayzja Williams came through in the clutch Thursday night, lifting Louisiana to a dramatic 2-1 extra-inning win over South Alabama in the series opener at Yvette Girouard Field at Lamson Park. With two runners on in the bottom of the eighth and the game knotted tied, Williams, a native of Alexandria, delivered a walk-off single to secure the victory for the Ragin’ Cajuns. “It was a good feeling,” Williams said. “I feel like we needed this to keep the momentum going.
Louisiana faces tourism setback as Canadians cancel trips

6 days ago | katc.com | Penelope Lopez

LAFAYETTE, KATC - On any given day at Vermilionville, a cultural hub in the heart of Lafayette, the hum of tourism drives the rhythm of business — and for years, many of those footsteps have belonged to Canadian visitors. “We are a big part of their community, and they are part of us,” said Jeremy Dotson, gift shop manager at Vermilionville.
The mercury rises tonight with warmer temperatures tomorrow

6 days ago | katc.com | Breyanna Lewis

The mercury rises tonight! It'll be a mild one with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s. Tomorrow’s highs are expected to be in the low to mid-80s, accompanied by breezy conditions and partly cloudy skies. Some areas farther east could be flirting with 90°! The weather models are still indecisive about the rain chances for Sunday. Expect a lower chance of rain for Easter, around 30%, with a higher likelihood in northern Louisiana.
Mild, spring weather to wrap up the week, unsettled weather returns next week

1 week ago | katc.com | Daniel Phillips

Little warmer temperatures expected across Acadiana on Thursday with highs sitting in the low 80s by the afternoon after a slightly warmer start compared to Wednesday. We're still looking at plenty of sunshine and overall there's not much change in the weather pattern. A little more moisture will lead to a little more cloud cover but sunshine will still be the dominant feature. Lows will be on the warmer side as well with temperatures only dropping down to about 70 for the next few nights.