Monday, September 28, 2026Headlines from KATC, KLFY & The Current · Updated hourlyVol. I · No. 108
Local Government & PoliticsThe Current

Boulet wants to start moving on Johnston Street – will she succeed?

Mayor-President Monique Boulet is launching a public engagement process this week for the first phase of a Johnston Street revitalization project focused on the downtown Lafayette segment. The initiative marks the beginning of efforts to improve this major thoroughfare in the heart of the city.

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KLFY2h ago
Local Government & Politics

LCG announces new director of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

Lafayette City-Parish Government has announced Christopher D. Hebert as the new director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, succeeding Chad Sonnier, who has been appointed Louisiana State Fire Marshal.

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KLFY5h ago
Local Government & Politics

Jeanerette City Marshal wins re-election and award nomination

Jeanerette City Marshal Fernest "Pacman" Martin Sr. has been re-elected as National President of the National Constable and Marshal Association for the 2027 and 2028 terms. The announcement was made during the association's national conference held in Pensacola, Florida. In addition to his re-election, Marshal Martin received a nomination for an award.

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KLFY5h ago
Local Government & Politics

Downtown Lafayette bars face violations in alcohol check

Lafayette police and the Louisiana Office of Alcohol and Tobacco Control conducted a joint enforcement operation in downtown Lafayette, inspecting bars for underage alcohol sales and issuing violations and summonses at four establishments.

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