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LOUISIANA STATE GOVERNMENT ACCEPTS FIRST CRYPTOCURRENCY PAYMENT

Sep 22, 2024 04:14PM ● By Press Release

State Treasurer, John Fleming, announces an innovative transition with state government’s plan to accept cryptocurrency as a valid form of payment, allowing the integration of digital currency into Louisiana’s public operations...

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Small Plane Crash on Lafayette Golf Course Leaves One Dead

Sep 12, 2024 04:26PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

A tragic plane crash occurred Thursday morning in Lafayette, leaving one person dead after his small aircraft went down shortly after takeoff...

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How To Avoid Getting Burned By Solar Energy Scams

Sep 04, 2024 02:00PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

These scams start with an unexpected phone call, message on social, or even an in-person visit. The so-called official offers you an “energy audit”...

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CarShield’s Ads Challenged by FTC as Deceptive

Sep 04, 2024 01:27PM ● By News Desk

CarShield’s ads challenged by FTC as deceptive. A $10 million proposed settlement addresses allegations that the company made misleading claims about what the service contracts cover.

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Kennedy in the American Press: Biden-Harris administration’s anti-energy policies terrible for Louisiana

Aug 06, 2024 01:51PM ● By Press Release

“Apparently, President Biden and Vice President Harris would rather see LNG exported from the Kremlin than Louisiana.”

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Big Lots Set To Close Up To 40 Locations

Jul 24, 2024 12:03PM ● By News Desk

Dozens of Big Lots stores are preparing to close roughly a month after the company warned in an SEC filing that between 35 and 40 locations could shutter this year...

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Judge Dismisses Donald Trump's Classified Documents Case

Jul 15, 2024 09:31AM ● By News Desk

A federal judge has dismissed the indictment against former president Donald Trump in the classified documents case, citing the improper...

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City of Lafayette Announces Search For New Chief of Police

Jun 28, 2024 04:25PM ● By News Desk

Mayor-President begins search for new (City) Chief of Police to lead its dedicated law enforcement team.

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Lafayette Consolidated Government Building
Mayor-President appoints two new members to the LEDA Board

Jun 20, 2024 08:56AM ● By Press Release

The Lafayette Economic Development Authority (LEDA) Board of Commissioners is appointed by governmental and educational entities and works with LEDA staff to encourage and assist in economic growth and development within Lafayette Parish..

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AYMAR ROAD CLOSED FOR IMPROVEMENTS BEGINNING JUNE 25

Jun 20, 2024 08:20AM ● By Press Release

The 100 block of Aymar Road is located between McDonalds and Walmart on Pinhook Road.

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West Congress St. Bridge To Close For 2.5 Months

Jun 10, 2024 12:26PM ● By News Desk

Beginning June 12th, the W. Congress Street bridge approximately 0.2 miles west of Rue du Belier, will close for repairs...

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Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (Houseboats)
The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Reminds Houseboat Owners That Registration is Mandatory

May 22, 2024 03:15PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

LDWF mandates that all houseboats on Louisiana waters must be registered...

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Lafayette High School Principal Announces Departure

May 21, 2024 01:41PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

After only a year and a half as Principal of Lafayette High School, Julia Williams announced today that she is transitioning to a new position within the district...

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Pizza Hut on Ambassador Caffery damaged by fire

Mar 04, 2024 12:48PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

The building sustained heavy fire damage and the business remains closed as of this report...

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This is the dairy section of a food department inside a Target store on July 10, 2019. ZikG | Shutterstock
Federal data says inflation continues to rise

Mar 01, 2024 11:06AM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

Inflation continues to rise in the U.S., according to newly released federal data.

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