Saturday, September 12, 2026Lafayette & Acadiana · Updated hourlyVol. I · No. 92
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Lafayette Mayor-President releases statement regarding SpaceX

Lafayette Mayor-President released a statement welcoming SpaceX as a new neighbor in the Acadiana region. The statement expresses optimism about the opportunities and investment SpaceX's presence could bring to the local economy.

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