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St. Landry Parish ceases all animal control operations

St. Landry Parish Government is ending all animal control operations effective July 22, shifting responsibility to individual municipalities and law enforcement in unincorporated areas. This change will decentralize animal control services across the parish.

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  1. · KLFYSt. Landry Parish ceases all animal control operations This story
  2. · KLFYSt. Landry Parish animal control to remain in operation until end of year
KLFY3h ago
Local Government & Politics

Louisiana voters urged to prepare for long ballots, lines on Election Day

Louisiana election officials are warning voters to expect potentially long lines and complex ballots for the November 3 election. Voters in the state, including those in Acadiana, are being urged to prepare ahead of time and arrive early to polling places.

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The Current7h ago
Local Government & Politics

Lafayette activist sues U.S. Rep. Higgins over Facebook blocking

Lafayette activist Matthew Humphrey is suing U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins, alleging the congressman unconstitutionally blocked him from Higgins' Facebook page in 2024. Humphrey contends the blocking violates his First Amendment rights to free speech and petition.

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The Current13h ago
Local Government & Politics

Meet the 18-year-old running for Carencro City Council

Alex Savage, an 18-year-old Carencro resident, is running for a seat on the Carencro City Council. Savage aims to represent younger voices in the community while working to preserve Carencro's small-town character amid growth and addressing affordability concerns.

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