Lafayette has been selected as a finalist for Medium City of the Year in the 2026 JRNY America Awards, a recognition from a global travel magazine. This honor highlights Lafayette's appeal as a travel destination and its cultural and economic significance.
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King Sucrose 82 Ted Broussard is celebrating his tenure as the ambassador for the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival, reflecting on the event's role in honoring the state's historic sugarcane industry. The festival provides an opportunity for the community to connect with local agricultural traditions and celebrate the workers and families who have built Louisiana's sugar heritage.
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A Lafayette family of seven is seeking assistance after a tree fell onto their home, making it uninhabible. The incident caused severe damage to the property, including harm to gas lines and electrical systems, though no family members were inside when the collapse occurred.
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The St. Landry Parish Veterans Memorial is seeking volunteers to help maintain and beautify its facility that honors military service members. Officials are calling for individuals and groups to assist with preservation efforts at the memorial.
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