LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) -- The community gathered around the veteran's section at Fountain Memorial Funeral Home and Cemetery today, paying their respect to those who put their lives on the line for the United States. The program consisted of words of encouragement, the National Anthem and a 21-gun salute from the Acadiana Veterans honor guards. [...]
LAFAYETTE, LA (KLFY) - 2021 marks the 50th year that Memorial Day is being observed in the U.S. and there are many events happening in Acadiana today that will honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. Here's a look at some that you can attend: LAFAYETTE PARISH - Fountain Memorial [...]
Acadiana will be enjoying nice weather this Memorial Day as rain chances stay slim to none. This is morning is mild and comfortable as temperatures start the day in the low to mid 60s. Slightly warmer and more humid weather is expected for the afternoon as high temperatures reach the mid to upper 80s under [...]
BATON ROUGE, La (KLFY) -- Louisiana lawmakers voted on Thursday to approve a bill that would ban transgender girls from playing on girls' sports teams. Gov. Edwards is expected to veto this bill when it makes its way to his desk. Senate Bill 156 is a bill that has procured controversy around it since it [...]
While many Americans are hoping for a fourth stimulus check, some lawmakers are already talking about a fifth.
(KLFY)- The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has caused some challenges. Millions of Americans are experiencing new health problems during the pandemic. In line with an executive order, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid services determined that the pandemic introduced difficult circumstances for consumers in accessing health insurance. They will provide a special enrollment period for individuals [...]
Recent studies estimate that approximately 10% of COVID-19 patients experience lingering, persistent symptoms, including respiratory issues, fatigue, headaches or even brain fog. But another one of the most common side effects — loss of smell — may be just as upsetting.
