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
Louisiana Man Charged With Rape of Intellectually Disabled Girl
A Eunice man is charged with the rape of an intellectually disabled girl that happened in August 2023.
Deputies Seize 24 Pounds of Methamphetamines Worth $200,000 in Crowley
Deputies with the Acadia Parish Sheriff's Department seized 24 pounds of methamphetamines that were being transported in the city of Crowley, Louisiana.
Why IRS Says File Your Louisiana, Texas Income Tax Quickly
Texas and Louisiana top the list of states where income tax filers receive the biggest average refunds, based on the most recent data from 2020. You should file quickly to make sure no one else gets your money.
Louisiana Drivers, These Car Decals Make You an Easy Target
The Henderson Police Department is urging Louisiana drivers to rethink the car decals we put on our cars. They can make you an easy target for bad guys.
Early End to Louisiana Special Session: New Congressional Map, Closed Primaries Approved
The first special session of the Louisiana Legislature for 2024 ended three days ahead of schedule, and new congressional map and closed primaries got the approval of lawmakers.
Thieves Stealing Vehicles to Yank ATMs Out of Louisiana Stores
Experienced thieves have been wreaking havoc in St. Landry Parish. The bad guys are stealing vehicles to yank ATMs out of Louisiana stores.
New Head Coach at Crowley High Seeks to Rebuild Skeletal Team
The Crowley High Gents have not had much luck on the football field. A new head coach of the south Louisiana team hopes rebuild what has become a skeletal team.
Drunk Louisiana Man Arrested for Chasing and Shooting Brother
A drunk St. Landry Parish man was arrested chasing his brother, shooting him, and trying to shoot him again. It happened in Sunset, Louisiana.
5 Big Money Tickets Rake In $365,000 in Louisiana Lottery
We all wish we could rake in the big money from the Louisiana Lottery. 5 tickets bought across the state won big in January.
Man Stuck on Louisiana Bridge During Icy Weather Falls to His Death
Reports flooded in Monday as drivers were stuck on icy Lake Charles bridges. A Louisiana man crashed his car and died after he jumped or fell off the bridge.
Pile Up Tuesday Morning Shuts Down I-10 in Acadia Parish
Icy conditions caused three crashes at milepost 79 in Acadia Parish Tuesday morning, and Louisiana State Police have closed I-10 in both directions.
Social Media Is Going Bonkers Over the Louisiana Muffaletta King Cake
Social media is divided about whether the deli at Louisiana-owned Rouses has a star or a dud in its Mardi Gras King Cake Muffaletta.