Gov. Landry announced the Étouffée program will distribute more than 18,000 computers and tablets to local organizations across Louisiana, including those serving Acadiana. The initiative aims to expand digital access and technology resources to underserved communities throughout the state.
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The Lafayette City Council voted to reject a proposed new high-tech bar planned for downtown Lafayette during a late-night Tuesday meeting. The decision marks the end of the project's pursuit of city approval.
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VideoThe Lafayette Parish Council unanimously voted to immediately dismiss Daniel Kelly from the Lafayette Public Library Board of Control due to his absence from nine board meetings over two years. The decision followed a public hearing at City Hall regarding Kelly's repeated absences.
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VideoThe Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury unanimously approved a new ordinance to regulate data centers in the parish. The measure establishes rules and standards for these facilities as a precautionary measure, even though parish officials say there are currently no active proposals to build a data center in the area.
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