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Lafayette High School Names New Head Football Coach - Garrett Kreamer

Jun 26, 2023 10:35AM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

Lafayette native, Garrett Kreamer set to lead the LHS Mighty Lions Football program...

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Louisiana State Police Announces New Public Integrated Website

Jun 06, 2023 02:31PM ● By News Desk

The Louisiana State Police have launched a new website that is designed to enhance engagement with the citizens of Louisiana...

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Employees of Louisiana Pigment Donate to United Way of Southwest Louisiana

Jun 05, 2023 08:09PM ● By Press Release

Employees of Louisiana Pigment donated $130,209 to UNITED WAY of Southwest Louisiana...

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$2.7 Billion: New Report Details UL Lafayette's Impact On State Economy

Jun 05, 2023 07:11PM ● By Press Release

UL Lafayette has huge economic impact on the state says report...

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Houston Man Arrested On Drug Charges In Downtown Lafayette

Nov 05, 2022 12:54PM ● By News Desk

Houston man arrested and booked into Lafayette Parish Correctional Center for possession with intent to distribute Methamphetamine and Cocaine...

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Bicyclist Struck and Killed in Lafayette Parish Crash

Nov 05, 2022 12:32PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

The initial investigation by State Police revealed that Mouton was riding his bicycle east on LA 94. At the same time, a Blue vehicle was traveling east on LA 94 and struck the bicycle. After the collision, Mouton was ejected from the bicycle...

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Lafayette High School Principal Resigns in Frustration

Nov 04, 2022 09:44PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

Unconfirmed sources within the school tell Parish News that Dr. Brown had become frustrated and disgruntled with the direction and policies of the Lafayette Parish School System and Board.

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Schlumberger Invests $11.5 Million to Create North Gulf Coast Operations Hub in Lafayette

Oct 06, 2022 04:48PM ● By News Desk

Schlumberger's announcement to centralize its North Gulf Coast divisions in Lafayette will create 44 new direct jobs while retaining its existing 1,376 jobs at its Louisiana properties...

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LHS On Lock Down For Second Time This Week - Two Juveniles Arrested On Terrorizing Charges

Oct 06, 2022 04:08PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

Lafayette High School was placed on lock down again this morning after a third Social Media post surfaced threatening violence at the school...

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Inflation Reduction Act promises to keep oil royalty income for Louisiana, but also will hike prices

Aug 18, 2022 11:17AM ● By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

The so-called Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 approved by the U.S. House on Friday could bring some relief to Louisiana parishes that rely on oil and gas leases to fund coastal restoration work...

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Study ranks New Orleans murder rate increase as worst in the nation

Aug 18, 2022 11:09AM ● By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

New Orleans tops the list for the largest increase in homicides among America's 50 largest cities, according to a recent analysis...

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Lawmakers raise alarm about taxpayer-funded Amtrak potentially being used for illegal immigrants to cross border

Aug 18, 2022 10:58AM ● By Casey Harper

Lawmakers point to the surge of illegal immigrants crossing the U.S. border. Illegal immigration is expected to rise even further if the Trump-era Title 42 policy allowing federal agents to expel illegal migrants is...

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5 Road Ready Tips to Ride Motorcycles Safely and Comfortably

Jun 04, 2022 01:30PM ● By Flint Zerangue, Sr.

A warm day on the open road is a dream opportunity for riders, whether it's a longer trip or a quick jaunt through town. To keep your ride safe and comfortable, consider these tips.

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Hurricane Season Is Upon Us And Residents Should Prepare Now

Jun 04, 2022 01:21PM ● By News Desk

Prepare now for the 2022 hurricane season. Forecasters are predicting an above-normal hurricane season with up to 21 named storms and as many as 10 hurricanes...

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Louisiana Senate committee advances measure to bump benefits of retired teachers, state police

Apr 07, 2022 09:18AM ● By By Victor Skinner | The Center Square contributor

Retired teachers and state police could soon see extra income with legislation that cleared the Senate Finance Committee. If approved, the increase would begin on July 1.

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