My name is Ellen Hopper Clements, a New Orleans native, I now proudly call Lafayette my home! I love working and volunteering in the community but can’t wait to come home and spend time with my boys, Charlie and Andy. I met my husband, Fletcher, in 2013 while I was working on my Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. When I met him I immediately knew that my life would never be boring again, and I was so right!
Ellen
Which Parishes in Louisiana Have the Highest Vaccination Numbers?
Earlier in the week, I shared the numbers of covid cases in each Louisiana parish. This got me thinking what are the vaccination rates for each parish in Louisiana? Here are the top 10 parishes in Louisiana by vaccination rates
The Most Controversial Olympic Moments Since 1980
Here is a list of the most controversial things that have happened at the Olympics since 1980.
Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center Is In Dire Need Of Help
The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center is almost at full capacity for dogs. They are asking for people interested in adoption and foster care to please reach out to them immediately.
Which Parishes In Louisiana Have The Highest Covid Cases?
With the covid numbers rising in Louisiana I started to wonder what the numbers were in each parish. After several hours of looking at data, I realized that if I was looking for these numbers then someone else is probably looking too.
One Olympian May Have His Dad Announce His Event At The Tokyo Olympics
Jake Wightman, a Scottish athlete, just secured his spot in the 1500m event in Tokyo yesterday. Making the dream of his dad, Geoff Wightman, the stadium announcer for his sons event.
New Orleans Museums Offer Free Admission In August, Part Of ‘New Orleans Museum Month’
August is "New Orleans Museum Month" and there are two dozen New Orleans museums that will offer free admissions this month.
Scott Boudin Festival To Take Place in September
The Scott Boudin Festival is taking place on September 24-26, 2021 located on Lions Club Road in Scott, LA directly in front of City Hall.
Will Adele Take Over Sin City? Rumor Has It… She Might
Will Adele be saying hello to Las Vegas?
Rumor has it that the singer is planning to take over Las Vegas with a residency.
Mom’s Tearful Video Describing Postpartum Depression Goes Viral
Juana Witty, 28, from Glasgow, Kentucky turned to TikTok last month to talk about her recent diagnosis of Postpartum depression.
Former Flight Attendant to Push Beverage Cart in Honor of 9/11
Paul “Paulie” Veneto, who is a retired United Airlines flight attendant is planning to push an Airline Beverage Cart from Boston Logan Airport to Ground Zero in NYC.
28th Annual Tinsel & Treasures Holiday Market Returns To Lafayette
Junior League of Lafayette kicks off the holiday season with their holiday market at the Cajundome Convention Center. Tinsel & Treaures will take place from Wednesday, September 22 to September 25, 2021.
LPSS Announces New Schedule For Start Of School
This afternoon Lafayette Parish School System announced that they plan to start school on time this year on August 12, 2021, however, they plan to do A-Day and B-Day schedules for the first two days.
World’s Largest Steam Locomotive Set To Stop In Louisiana
The world's largest steam locomotive, the Big Boy No. 4014 will be heading to New Orleans.
Fruity Pebbles On A Shrimp Po-boy Is A Thing… Sort Of
How about adding some Fruity Pebbles on top of that Shrimp po’boy? Yep, this is not a joke. There are people adding Fruity Pebbles to fried shrimp po'boys!
Haitian Asylum Seekers Dropped Off In Shreveport, La
Last Thursday 80 immigrants from Haiti were dropped off at the bus station in Shreveport, Louisiana. it turns out that state and local officials were given almost no notice that these people were going to be dropped off, so the city could not make proper arrangements.
Paralympian Quits Team USA After Being Denied Care Assistant
Becca Meyers, a six-time Paralympic medalist who is also deaf and blind has made the tough decision to miss the Tokyo Paralympics due to new covid protocols that will not allow her Personal Care Assistant to attend the games with her.
Emoji Waffles Are Hitting Stores Everywhere
Emojis on your food is now a thing! This new creation hit shelves just in time for World Emoji Day this past weekend.
High School Soccer Ball Orbits The Earth
What do a Houston high school, a soccer ball, and space exploration have in common?
United Way of Acadiana Hosting Annual School Supply Drive
United Way of Acadiana is currently collecting school supplies for their annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive.
Saenger Theatre Reopens After 2 Years of Delays
The iconic Saenger Theatre will reopen its doors tonight, Thursday, July 15, for the first time since October 2019.