Congratulations to Opelousas Native
Devery Henderson & the Saints!
City Branding Sessions Planned for Opelousas
(Opelousas, LA) - The City of Opelousas is looking to sharpen its identity and is welcoming public input on the project. More specifically, the Office of Tourism is looking to develop a cohesive brand that reflects the city's image. Read more >>
FEBRUARY BLACK HISTORY EXHIBIT BY LARRY KIP HAYES AND AGNES ST. AMAND AT OPELOUSAS MUSEUM & INTERPRETIVE CENTER
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Louisiana Folk Artists, Larry Kip Hayes and Agnes St. Amand. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 through March 31, 2010. A Business after Hours in coordination with the Opelousas-St. Landry Chamber of Commerce is also scheduled for Thursday, February 11, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Read more >>
Mardi Gras Schedule
“Design a Mardi Gras Mask Workshop”- Designed for children ages 8 to 12 years, this workshop allows kids to celebrate Mardi Gras in a unique and creative way. Led by artist and St. Landry Parish Talented Arts instructor, Jerome Ford, Children will design a Mardi Gras mask using pieces of Louisiana trees and other natural materials. Read more >>
City of Opelousas Hopes to Find Missing Contest Winner
(Opelousas, LA) City of Opelousas Special Project Manager Darryl Wagley says the City is issuing its first “missing person” alert. That’s because the final winner in the ‘Name the Event Center’ Contest has yet to be found. Read more >>
Back in Time Restaurant in Downtown Opelousas Receives Louisiana Main Street Façade Grant
(Opelousas, LA) – Opelousas Main Street is announcing that Wanda Juneau, owner of Back in Time Restaurant & Gift Shop, has been awarded a Louisiana Main Street Rehabilitation Façade Grant. The $2500 matching grant award will go towards repair and restoration of the buildings interior. Read more >
Opelousas Spice & Music Festival Announces Cook-Off Winners
(Opelousas,LA) - The Spice and Music Festival is proud to announce the winners of the 5th annual cook-off contest. Contestants were judged using several criteria which determined the first, second and third place winners. Read more >>
Opelousas Main Street Offers Redevelopment Incentive Grant Opportunities
(Opelousas, LA) - Opelousas Main Street is soliciting Redevelopment Incentive Grant applications from downtown building and/or business owners. The Opelousas Main Street program is able to offer two types of competitive grants – a $10,000 grant for major projects and a $2,500 grant for minor projects. Read more >>
The City of Opelousas is located in central St. Landry Parish about 20 miles north of the City of Lafayette. It is the largest city in St. Landry Parish and is considered one of the faster growing cities in the State of Louisiana. It is also rich in history and culture. The third oldest city in Louisiana, Opelousas is home to a diverse culture of Creole and Cajun ancestry. Sounds of Zydeco, Swamp Pop, and Cajun music fill the air. And, don't forget the food -- jambalaya, gumbo, boiled crawfish and shrimp. "Mmmmm, c'est bon!".
