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Iberia Parish has issued a burn ban that prohibits residents from most outdoor burning activities. The restriction is the latest in the Acadiana region to implement such measures, likely due to drought or fire danger conditions.
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Four Democratic and Libertarian candidates are running against six Republicans for Louisiana's newly redrawn 6th Congressional District seat in the November 3 election. The district includes portions of Acadiana and other areas of South Louisiana. This statewide election directly affects voters in Lafayette and surrounding parishes.
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Louisiana's newly redrawn 6th Congressional District will feature six Republican candidates competing in the November 3 election. This statewide redistricting directly affects representation for Acadiana residents in this district.
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VideoDomestic violence survivor Brandi Melissa is sharing her story during Domestic Violence Awareness Month to honor the late Lafayette surgeon who saved her life and to draw attention to proposed state legislation. Her advocacy aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and support new safety measures in Louisiana.
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Louisiana's Supreme Court has denied an ex-judge's request for the state to provide legal counsel in the Murrill case. The Attorney General's office also rejected a request for an ad hoc judge to be appointed at this time.
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Five candidates are challenging U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins for his House seat representing parts of Southwest Louisiana and Acadiana. The challengers have weighed in on major local issues including SpaceX operations, carbon capture projects, and data center development in the region.
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Louisiana's tourism industry is setting record numbers, according to Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, who highlighted the state's continued growth in the sector. Nungesser emphasized ongoing cleanup efforts and improvements to state parks as part of the state's strategy to boost tourism and economic development across Louisiana.
Read moreJudge Doug Saloom is retiring after 31 years on the Lafayette City Court bench, ending a seven-decade tenure by the Saloom family in the city's judicial system. The prominent Lebanese-American family has maintained a significant presence in local government through multiple generations of service.
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Judge Doug Saloom is retiring after 31 years on the Lafayette City Court bench, ending a seven-decade tenure for the prominent Saloom family in the position. The retirement marks the end of a significant era for the Lebanese-American family's involvement in city court.
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Louisiana State Treasurer Fleming is proposing the first increase to Louisiana's homestead property tax exemption in 46 years, raising the exemption limit from $75,000 to $350,000 in fair market value. The proposal would reduce property tax bills for homeowners across the state, including Acadiana residents, but could significantly impact funding for local agencies and municipalities that rely on property tax revenue.
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VideoU.S. Sen. John Kennedy visited Lafayette on Tuesday to meet with regional business executives and campaign alongside Republican U.S. Senate candidate Julia Letlow at an early voting rally. The event took place ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
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Louisiana voters can now participate in early voting for the Nov. 3 election, which began this week. This gives Acadiana residents and voters across the state an opportunity to cast their ballots before Election Day.
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Raywood 'Ray' Lemaire, who served as Vermilion Parish Sheriff for 20 years, has passed away. Current Sheriff Eddie Langlinais announced the death of the longtime law enforcement leader who dedicated two decades to serving the parish.
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Louisiana health officials issued an emergency ruling adding three kratom substances to the state's controlled dangerous substances schedule I list. This statewide policy change affects Acadiana residents and businesses dealing with kratom products. The substances are now classified alongside the most restrictive category of controlled drugs in Louisiana.
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The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development has reminded political candidates about regulations for placing campaign signs along state highways in Louisiana. Signs placed in highway rights-of-way will be removed and stored at parish maintenance units for 30 days after the election.
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VideoLafayette firefighters and retirees are now eligible for expanded cancer screening and early detection services through a Federal Emergency Management Agency Assistance to Firefighters Grant Program. The federal grant of $178,000, combined with a $17,795.46 local match, totals $195,750 in funding for these health services.
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VideoPatrick 'Pat' Lewis, a former Lafayette City Council Chairman, has passed away. Lewis was a prominent figure in local government who served on the city council in a leadership capacity.
Read more VideoFormer Lafayette City Council Chairman Patrick 'Pat' Lewis has passed away. Lewis served in a leadership role on the city council and was a prominent figure in Lafayette's local government.
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VideoThe Louisiana Wildlife Federation has submitted concerns to the Federal Aviation Administration regarding potential SpaceX spaceport sites in South Louisiana. The organization is urging federal agencies to evaluate environmental and community impacts before selecting launch locations for the proposed facilities.
Read moreLafayette's city council will consider a new bar proposal downtown after LCG staff recommended approval, but the Downtown Development Authority has opposed the project. The decision now moves to a city council vote.
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The Lafayette City Council will consider whether to approve a new bar in downtown Lafayette after city staff recommended approval. The Downtown Development Authority has opposed the proposal, setting up a debate at the upcoming council meeting.
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The Lafayette Bar Association will host a candidate forum for 15th JDC District Attorney on Wednesday, October 21, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the South Regional Library Auditorium. The public is invited to meet and hear from the 15 candidates running for the position.
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The Town of Gueydan has been flagged in an audit by the Louisiana Legislative Auditor's Office for multiple issues, including paying employees who were sent home for Christmas. The audit raises concerns about the town's financial management and employee compensation practices.
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Louisiana's state budget is projected to have a $565 million surplus, according to state leaders. The extra funds could be used to strengthen the state's emergency reserve fund, pay down debt, and invest in infrastructure improvements that would benefit communities throughout Louisiana, including Acadiana.
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