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Designated On-Street Early Voter Parking
On-street reserved parking will be available at no fee for early voters from Sept. 28 through Oct. 5.
Gov. Edwards, DOTD Sec. Wilson Lead Ribbon Cutting Ceremony For Albertson Parkway Completion
Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards joined Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Secretary Shawn D. Wilson, Ph.D., as well as local and state officials, to celebrate the completion of the Albertson Parkway widening project in Lafayette Parish.
Taxable Sales Up Across Lafayette Parish
With more than $537 million in sales in June, year-to-date taxable sales have reached $3.09 billion. Year-to-date sales are up 4.6% from 2018 and up 6.9% from 2017.
$2 Million Grant Going To Parking At Lafayette Regional Airport
The Lafayette Airport Commission will receive a $2 million grant from the Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration to construct and rehabilitate parking facilities at the Lafayette Regional Airport.
Storm Debris Collection Continues In Lafayette Parish
Storm debris collection continues through Lafayette Consolidated Government’s (LCG) contractor, DRC Emergency Services (DRC).
Stuller Family Foundation Contributes To Lafayette Sheriff’s Search & Rescue Team
The Stuller Family Foundation donated nearly $50,000 to support the efforts of the Lafayette Parish Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) Team on Friday.
The “ROBE” Golf Tournament To Honor Late Cajun Coach
UL athletic supporters, baseball fans and all who admired and respected Ragin’ Cajun coach Tony Robichaux will have an opportunity to honor the late coach and provide financial assistance for his family at the inaugural “Robe” Golf Tournament.
Storm Debris Collection In Lafayette Parish
Though Tropical Storm Barry has passed, evidence of the storm’s strong winds and rain remain throughout the community.
State of Emergency Declared for Lafayette Parish
Lafayette Parish Mayor-President Joel Robideaux declared a state of emergency for Lafayette Parish in advance of predicted severe weather from Tropical Storm Barry.
Multi-parish portion of US 90 dedicated to Kathleen Blanco
U.S. Hwy 90 from its intersection with I-10 in Lafayette to its intersection with La. Hwy 308 in Raceland is now "Governor Kathleen Babineaux Blanco Highway."
Lafayette Charter Hearing Set For Next Week
The legal challenge to Lafayette Consolidated Government amending the City-Parish Government Charter via an ordinance will be heard next week in court.
LCG Sandbag Sites Open in Lafayette Parish
Lafayette Consolidated Government reminds you that there are two sandbag sites available to residents of Lafayette Parish.
President Trump Approves Disaster Declaration For Louisiana
Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that President Donald Trump has approved his request for a federal disaster declaration for the state of Louisiana’s flood fight, including some emergency protective measures.
Interim Director of LUS Fiber Named
Mayor-President Joel Robideaux has appointed Teles Fremin as Interim Director of LUS Fiber until a permanent Director is named.
Todd Starnes’ Daily Show Coming To Lafayette Airwaves
Starnes will fill the time slot long held by Laura Ingraham on TalkRadio960.
UL Lafayette enrollment rises for fifth straight year
A total of 19,387 students registered for the Fall 2018 semester, up from the 19,291 who enrolled for Fall 2017.
UPDATE: Overturned 18-Wheeler on I-10 Westbound Near Basin Forcing Detour
The recommended detour is to take exit 135 prior to the Basin bridge north to HWY 190 W. then south on I-49 before rejoining I-10 W
Youngsville Woman Sentenced for Stealing $200,000 from Local Breast Cancer Center
Sarah Broussard was sentenced on one count of wire fraud and one count of making and subscribing a false income tax return.
Lafayette Business Family Member Accused of Sexual Battery
Ismail Balbeisi, a member of the Balbeisi family, has been arrested on one count of sexual battery.
3rd Congressional District Water Projects Infused With Funding
U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins announced more than $70 million in increased funding for a host of projects throughout the Third Congressional District.