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!".
