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High‑School Sports Stars Shine in February

February 28, 2026

In late February, fans voted on the standout athletes from high‑school games that wrapped up by the end of the month. Winners receive certificates and can print them from a shared Dropbox folder starting the following Monday. Teams are encouraged to send pictures of their athletes holding these awar

education

Faculty Committee Pushes for Professor’s Return After Controversial Posts

February 28, 2026

A group of faculty members at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville has issued a unanimous recommendation that the university should not fire Dr. Shirin Saeidi, an Iranian‑born political science professor who has been suspended over her social media activity. The committee’s decision comes afte

finance

The Donor‑Fund Fight: A $21 Million Family Legal Battle

February 26, 2026

A family in Kansas has taken a nonprofit to court over a $21 million donor‑advised fund (DAF) that was started by the father in 2005. The son, who has been the sole advisor since his mother’s death, says the sponsor—WaterStone—has stopped letting him see the account and has ignored his grant request

opinion

Jackson’s 1984 Run: Alabama’s Political Shake‑Up

February 26, 2026

In the spring of 1984, a bold African American candidate stepped onto the national stage again. Rev. Jesse Jackson, known for his activism in civil and economic justice, sought the Democratic presidential nomination. His campaign hit Alabama hard, stirring a long‑standing Black political group calle

crime

High Schooler Confesses to Mother’s Murder, Calls Family for Help

February 15, 2026

A 17‑year‑old from Fayetteville is accused of killing his mother and hiding the body in a garage bin. He first dialed a grandparent on February 10, admitting he had stabbed her and left the body in the garage. Within minutes, he also rang 911, saying he wanted to be taken into custody for the

technology

Cameras on the Streets: A New Look at Safety and Privacy in Lafayette

February 15, 2026

Recent weeks have seen black, solar‑powered cameras pop up along Lafayette’s roads. They are not part of the local police or sheriff’s office but belong to a private company called Flock Safety, based in Atlanta. The devices capture license plates automatically and help law‑enforcement locate suspec

weather

Lafayette's Mardi Gras 2026: Rainy Weekend Ahead

February 14, 2026

Lafayette is bracing for a soggy Mardi Gras weekend in 2026. The National Weather Service in Lake Charles has issued a forecast that includes showers and thunderstorms for both Saturday and Sunday. Some of these storms could be quite intense, with heavy rainfall and possibly severe weather. The goo

business

A New Leader for Louisiana's News Scene

February 13, 2026

Hank Stuever, a well-known journalist, is making a big move. He's leaving his old job at a big newspaper in Washington D. C. and heading to Louisiana. There, he'll be the new boss for special reporting at The Times-Picayune and The Advocate. This is a big deal because it shows these newspapers are g

entertainment

Joe Frazier Statue Eyes a New Home at the Art Museum

February 10, 2026

Philadelphia’s skyline is about to gain a new icon. The city is considering moving the statue of former heavyweight champion “Smokin’” Joe Frazier from its current spot near the sports arena to the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, a location that once hosted the famous Rocky statue. The pro