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Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Meet Lafayette 1st-grader named 2025 Braille Challenge national finalist
LAFAYETTE, La. () — Seven-year-old Emerson Thom, a first-grade student at is heading to Los Angeles California to compete in the 2025 . Jessica Turner, the first grader's mother said the family is very excited. 'We were a little shocked. I was a little shocked. He probably wasn't and yet the logistics of finding the plane tickets and hotels, you know, was a little daunting but we're very excited,' said Turner. 'Challenge is actually international now. It's the US, UK, Canada and Australia. There's about 800 kids that compete.' With Emerson being a first grader, he will focus on spelling, proofreading and reading comprehension. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now 'Reading comprehension is when you read and then answer questions about the story you read. Proofreading is where there's an error in the text and you have to say A, B or C, which is the mistake it has, and correct it. That's what proofreading really is. That's the main part,' Emerson explained. Though many people are vying to be number one, Emerson says he will do his best. Saying if he wins, he will add it to his collection of three trophies he has already from his piano competition. Emerson enjoyed telling jokes. He displayed how to spell his name in braille and read his favorite book 'Brallie Boy' whose superpower is braille. Emerson said if he had a superpower, it would be super strength. He expressed a want for more places with braille, but he wants people to know this message. 'Blind people can do anything sighted people can do but more stuff,' he said. Turner said Emerson wishes to work in the command center for NASA. Working with coding and rockets. While she encouraged his dreams, she said she stresses the importance of him learning the foundation of basic education. 'I think the fellowship and the mentorship that comes with these types of competitions and activities is so important for these kids because he often feels like people don't understand him. People are scared of him and he's just a regular kid, just like anybody else. He likes to swim. Likes to ride bikes, he likes to roller skate. He likes to be outside and go hunting with his dad. He doesn't need a lot of help, and he has to learn when he does need help to ask and people have to learn to wait until they ask to give him help and not be scared of him and then going to these challenges it allows him to see other very successful people,' Turner said. Ohio teen battling brain cancer gets Make-A-Wish trip Meet Lafayette 1st-grader named 2025 Braille Challenge national finalist Talent agent, drummer believed to be among dead in San Diego plane crash Lafayette man accuses Lafayette Police Department of excessive force Proposed state house bill could create independent airport district in Iberia Parish Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
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Lafayette police advise detours after powerline incident
LAFAYETTE, LA (KLFY) – The Lafayette Police Department is currently on scene in the 600 block of E. Kaliste Saloom Rd., due to an accident in which powerlines are down, police said. As a result of the incident, motorists will experience traffic delays in the immediate area. Police ask motorists to find an alternate route of travel. We will update as more information is released. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Trump drops f-bomb, pressures Republicans to get in line behind his legislation Police car struck by lightning in Oklahoma Alleged TikTok trend sends 2 students, teacher to hospital in Rhode Island McIver 'slammed her forearms' into immigration officers: charging docs Lafayette police advise detours after powerline incident Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
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Lafayette police honor Jolivette and Middlebrook in Memorial Week
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — It's Police Memorial Week, and the Lafayette Police Department has honored two fallen officers who lost their lives in the line of duty. When it comes to remembering Sr. Cpl. Segus Jolivette and Cpl. Michael Middlebrook, the Lafayette Police Department, has a saying, 'Lost but never forgotten,' to keep their memory and legacy of service alive. A memorial wall dedicated to Sr. Cpl. Jolivette and Cpl. Middlebrook is displayed at the Lafayette Police Department Precinct 4. 'It is a loss for our department, but we will never forget them,' and it's a way to remember and honor all Jolivette and Middlebrook did while serving their community.' said Sgt. Robin Green 'We appreciate their dedication and their sacrifice, and so this memorial is very special for that reason.' Nyjal Hurst indicted in connection with the death of Lafayette Sr. Cpl. Segus Jolivette Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now When it comes to remembering Jolivette and Middlebrooke, Cpt. Thaddeus Sices said he worked closely with Sr. Cpl. Jolivette as both his captain and sergeant. He said it was an honor to work with Jolivette and remembers how much the community loved him. 'Segus was well-liked in his community. You know, he exemplified our mission statement. He operated with a sense of courage, dedication, compassion, and integrity. He was very well-liked by his peers, and every assignment that he was given, he always completed,' Sices said Sgt. Green said Cpl. Middlebrook is remembered for his heart for people, especially how he cared for the less fortunate. She said there were many times Middlebrook would go to convenience stores and see if they had food that was not expired, but they were taking it off the shelf. 'He wouldn't allow them to throw it away. He would take that food, and he would pass it out to the homeless just to make sure that they had something to eat.' Green said. LPD said both Jolivette and Middlebrooke will forever be in their hearts as they celebrate police memorial week. Latest news Lafayette police honor Jolivette and Middlebrook in Memorial Week LPSS teachers get salary raise, starting at $50K St. Landry Evangeline Sexual Assault Center loses funding Hot & Dry Days Through the Weekend With Showers Possible Next Week… Father condemns Lafayette teachers after allegedly assaulting a student Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-05-2025
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Lafayette police investigate murder-suicide on Johnston Street
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Lafayette Police department are investigating a murder suicide that occurred around the 4500 block of Johnston Street, police said. Police said the they responded to the call around 8:15 a.m. The investigation remains ongoing, We will update as more information is released. If anyone has any information they are asked to contact the Lafayette Police Department at 337-291-8600 or Lafayette Crime Stoppers at 337-232-TIPS (8477). Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Lafayette police investigate murder-suicide on Johnston Street Best Small Cars for 2025 Are Extended Car Warranties Worth It? May 3, 2025 election results Sunny weather for Breaux Bridge Crawfish Fest this weekend Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-05-2025
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Lafayette man arrested after vehicle pursuit and drug seizure
LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — A traffic stop led to a vehicle pursuit and a seizure of marijuana and suspected methamphetamines, Lafayette Police Department said. Dedrick Senegal, 28, of Lafayette was arrested and charged for aggravated flight, improper equipment/CO, no driver's license, possession with intent to distribute marijuana, resisting an officer, warrant and monies derived from drug proceeds. According to police, on April 24 they initiated a traffic stop at the 2500 block of Louisiana Avenue on Senegal's vehicle due to an obstruction of the license plate. Officers said Senegal refused to stop then made a U-turn and fled northbound at a high speed, entered opposing lanes and disregarded multiple red traffic signals. The pursuit ended at on Maryview Farm Road. Once Senegal exited the vehicle he was immediately apprehended by officers, police said. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Authorities then proceeded to search of Senegal and his vehicle where they discovered $1,037.00 in U.S. currency and 195 grams of marijuana with a D.E.A. street value of approximately $3,900. Further investigation revealed Senegal had active warrants for his arrest, and his driver's license was suspended, police said. Following this incident, a year-long investigation revealed that Senegal was identified as a distributor of marijuana and methamphetamine within the city, authories said. The Carencro Police Department was also investigating Senegal and obtained a search warrant for his residence. During the search, authorities seized approximately 8 pounds of marijuana and one pound of suspected crystal methamphetamine, police said. The information of Senegal's bond has not been released. Lawnmower equipment maintenance important as summer lawn season arrives Lafayette Parish reminds residents and businesses to report flood damage Lafayette police support Faith House with Tip-A-Cop fundraiser at Deano's Pizza Rain Chances Return & Less Humid Air Possible Over the Weekend… Senate resolution to scrap Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs fails despite some GOP support Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
