State Representative Mike Bayham, a Republican from Chalmette, has died at age 52. His death represents a significant loss for the Louisiana Legislature and will likely trigger a special election process for his St. Bernard Parish seat.
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Yolanda Lewis, a 49-year-old Opelousas resident and candidate for police chief, was arrested by State Police on charges of criminal conspiracy, computer trespassing, and obstruction of justice. The arrest raises questions about her candidacy for the position in St. Landry Parish.
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Macedonia Baptist Church in Abbeville honored two Vermilion Parish veterans, Donald Ray Shelvin Sr. and Marion J. Bessard Jr., for their service and a National Guard milestone. The community gathering recognized the contributions of these local military veterans to the parish.
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The owner of Plush, a proposed high-tech bar in downtown Lafayette, announced plans to pursue legal action after the Lafayette City Council denied his permit on Tuesday. The dispute centers on the Council's decision to reject the business application for the downtown venue.
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