Lanie Lee Cook
Scott Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect
Scott police are after an armed robbery suspect who targeted the Home Bank at 5543 Cameron St. this morning.
Lafayette Residents Without Garbage Service Now Face Fines
The Lafayette City-Parish Council approved major changes to Lafayette's solid waste laws last night, now requiring unincorporated residents to sign up for waste management services and imposing fines on those who leave garbage cans near the road after pickup.
Lafayette’s Common Core Spokesperson Addresses Local Concerns
Amy Deslattes, instructional strategist at Lafayette High School and Lafayette Parish's common core spokesperson, spoke with KPEL's Nathan Pike last night to address concerns about the new education standards.
Vermilion Parish Fourth-Grade Worksheet Using Urban Slang Raises Concern
A fourth-grade worksheet in Vermilion Parish that utilizes urban slang is under fire after an Eaton Park Elementary parent came forward with concerns.
Youngsville Residents Voice Concern Over Park; Lafayette Council Defers Trailer Ban Vote
One Youngsville organization expressed concern Tuesday night after the Lafayette City-Parish Council introduced an ordinance transferring ownership of Youngsville's Foster Park from the Lafayette Consolidated Government to the City of Youngsville.
Durel Defends LUS Director’s Unexpected $100,000 Raise
After surprise pay increases were approved at last night's budget adoption meeting, Lafayette City-Parish President Joey Durel spoke with "Your Afternoon Drive Home" to defend Lafayette Utilities System director Terry Huval's $100,000 raise, which Durel said was "a long time coming."
UL Lafayette, United Way Partner For Citywide Volunteer Event
More than 1,000 University of Louisiana at Lafayette students and faculty members have already signed up for The Big Event.