Tracy Wirtz has been a fixture in the Lafayette media landscape for more than 30 years. Her career began in radio, she transitioned to television for about two decades, and returned to her radio roots in 2023. A lifelong resident of south Louisiana, she enjoys writing about Cajun culture and what makes the area unique and interesting. Tracy is also proud to be part of a great team that keeps our beloved Acadiana informed and connected.
Tracy Wirtz
$1,000 Louisiana Stipend Program Aims to Boost New Teachers Numbers
Resident teachers attending the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will be eligible for a monthly stipend of $1,000 to complete their residency program.
Tide Turns in Louisiana ATM Robberies: One Arrested, Another Suspect Identified
A Louisiana Sheriff says the tide has turned in the ATM crime spree. His department arrested one suspect and identified another one of the culprits.
Louisiana Resumes Crackdown on Vape, Nicotine-Alternative Products
Louisiana will resume the crackdown on the sale of unapproved and unregistered vape and nicotine-alternative products.
LOOK: New Roundabout Plan Moving Ahead Near Duson, Louisiana, Just North of I-10
A new roundabout plan in Duson is moving ahead. Two popular truck stops sit at the intersection and vehicles exiting wait a long time to get on the highway.
WARNING: Recall of Four Baby Items Impacts Louisiana, Texas Families
In one day, 4 items marketed for babies and children were added to the recall list. All were available for families in Louisiana and Texas to purchase.
Spring Break Countdown: Dates Louisiana Families Need to Know
Spring break dates vary in Louisiana parishes depending on where your child attends school. The countdown is on, but do you know when the break bell will ring?
Louisiana Lawmakers Eyeing Legal Marijuana Use and Growing during 2024 Regular Session
Nine bills have been pre-filed for the 2024 Regular Legislative Session in Louisiana that would make the recreation use and personal growing of marijuana legal.
5-year-old Crowley Girl Shot After Getting Off the School Bus
A week after a Carencro High School student was killed as he was getting off the school bus, a similar incident happened to a girl in Crowley, Louisiana.
Speed Change, Lane Closures Start Monday on Louisiana’s Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
The next phase of the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge safety corridor project starts Monday. Motorists should expect lane closures and speed changes.
Bye Bye FAFSA: Louisiana Drops Application Requirement for Graduates
Louisiana's BESE has decided to drop the FAFSA requirement for high school graduates because it believes the process may be unnecessarily cumbersome on parents.
Old App Finds Affordable Crawfish Prices in Louisiana and Texas
The Crawfish App allows you to check prices in Louisiana and Texas. It's an old app that lets you find the most affordable cost per pound in your area.
Louisiana Sheriff Issues Statement after Governor Signs Concealed Carry Bill into Law
A south Louisiana sheriff issued a statement after the constitutional carry bill was signed. It includes cautions about carrying a concealed handgun.
14-year-old Juvenile Arrested After Lafayette Carjacking and Police Chase Across Two Parishes
Lafayette Police have arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with a carjacking and police chase that started in Lafayette and ended in Acadia Parish in Louisiana.
Heads Up: Construction on Major Lafayette Roads Could Slow Drivers Down
Construction is beginning on two major Lafayette roads and drivers need to plan accordingly or expect for major slow downs.
Louisiana Rice Millers Win Big with Knock-out Punch to “Pretenders”
Louisiana rice millers and the entire industry took the gloves off in the fight against what they call "rice pretenders," and they won with a knock-out.
CANCELED: Atchafalaya Basin Bridge Closure in St. Martin Parish to Impact Louisiana Drivers
The Louisiana DOTD has canceled work the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge in Louisiana that would have impacted drivers in both directions.
Meet the Lafayette Parish Teacher Award Winners Announced During Ragin Cajuns Basketball Game
The United Way of Acadiana announced the four Lafayette Teacher Award winners during the final University of Louisiana Men's Basketball game
12 Places in Louisiana You Still Cannot Legally to Carry a Concealed Firearm
A Louisiana bill allowing Constitutional carry or carrying a concealed gun without a permit has been approved, but there are 12 places you cannot legally carry.
Police Confiscate Machine Gun in Louisiana Home of Accused Drug Dealer
St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Deputies confiscated a machine gun and drugs during a "knock-and-talk" at the residence of an accused dealer in Opelousas, Louisiana.
Louisiana Animal Rescue Owner Fights Back After Being Accused of Theft of a Dog
An animal rescue owner in Crowley, Louisiana retained an attorney and is fighting back after being accused of stealing a dog she says rightfully belongs to her.