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Poll Finds Gulf State Voters Overwhelmingly Support Offshore Energy Exploration and Sensible Energy Solutions

An overwhelming majority of voters in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama support sensible offshore exploration and production in the Gulf of Mexico, a new poll from @CEAorg reveals...

CFA Recognizes Statewide Leaders in Law Enforcement

Community Foundation of Acadiana celebrates inaugural Leaders in Law Enforcement Awards at City Club in River Ranch...

MAYOR-PRESIDENT GUILLORY OPTS-IN LAFAYETTE PARISH BARS

LFT Parish falls below 5% COVID-19 positivity rate for two consecutive weeks, thus qualifying for Phase 3 reopening of bars in the parish to open for on-premises consumption at the full extent authorized by the Governor’s current proclamation.

Mitsubishi Power and Entergy to Collaborate and Help Decarbonize Utilities in Four States

Mitsubishi Power and Entergy Corporation signed a joint development agreement to bring decarbonization projects to Entergy in four states. Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. Read More »

Estimate: Hurricane Laura caused $1.6 billion in losses for Louisiana agriculture and forestry

Louisiana agriculture and forestry losses in Louisiana caused by Hurricane Laure estimated to be more than hurricanes Katrina and Rita combined... Read More »

LCG Responds To Misinformation About Lafayette Evacuation Shelters

Accusations and reports inferring that Lafayette will not support Hurricane Laura evacuees FALSE! Read More »

Americans Who Mainly Get Their News on Social Media Are Less Engaged, Less Knowledgeable

According to a recent report from Pew Research Center, those who rely on social media for news are less likely to get the facts right about... Read More »

Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge Closed Until Further Notice Due to Hurricane Damage

Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge Closed Until Further Notice Due to Damage from Hurricane Laura... Read More »

Emergency Officials Say Now Is the Time To Prepare Needed Supplies And Evacuation Plan.

Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, residents should take extra precautions. In case of evacuation to a public shelter, pack items to help protect you and others... Read More »

Louisiana relieved as Marco weakens; Louisiana and Texas prepare for Laura

Hurricane Marco weakened overnight into a tropical storm, as a second, more powerful Laura continues its approach to Louisiana coast... Read More »

Lafayette City-Parish To Receive $7.1 Million for COVID Relief Efforts

U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) today announced that the Lafayette City-Parish government is receiving more than $7.1 million in federal COVID-19 relief funds... Read More »

USDA To Purchase $30 Mil In U.S. Shrimp As Part Of Emergency Food Assistance Efforts During Pandemic

Louisiana's Lt. Governor Nungesser calls the decision a step in the right direction; Urges assistance for the entire seafood industry... Read More »