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Abbeville businessman, councilman-elect Neal Richard dies at 58

Neal Richard, an Abbeville businessman who was recently elected to the city council's District A seat on May 16, has died at age 58. Richard passed away on Wednesday following his overwhelming victory in the local election. His death marks an unexpected loss for the Abbeville community just weeks after his decisive electoral win.

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KATC5h ago
Local Government & Politics

Gov. Landry calls Daylight Saving Time ‘stupid’ in social media post

Governor Jeff Landry took to social media to criticize Daylight Saving Time as "stupid," joining President Donald Trump's push for the Senate to pass the Sunshine Protection Act. The issue has drawn attention from Louisiana's state leadership as the federal government considers making daylight saving time permanent nationwide.

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KLFY7h ago
Local Government & Politics

Louisiana voters urged to prepare for long ballots, lines on Election Day

Louisiana election officials are warning voters to expect potentially long lines and complex ballots for the November 3 election. Voters in the state, including those in Acadiana, are being urged to prepare ahead of time and arrive early to polling places.

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The Current11h ago
Local Government & Politics

Lafayette activist sues U.S. Rep. Higgins over Facebook blocking

Lafayette activist Matthew Humphrey is suing U.S. Rep. Clay Higgins, alleging the congressman unconstitutionally blocked him from Higgins' Facebook page in 2024. Humphrey contends the blocking violates his First Amendment rights to free speech and petition.

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