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Christmas In Acadiana . . . With An Historic Slant
Acadians are the descendants of 18th Century Acadian exiles from what are now Canada’s Maritime Provinces.
Lafayette Parish Students Win Congressional App Challenge
The team of Lafayette Parish students developed an app that can help connect volunteers with victims in the wake of a natural disaster.
LSPs’ Troop I Welcomes New Commander
Louisiana State Police Troop I welcomed its newest Troop Commander this week following the appointment of Captain Wayne Vidrine by State Police Superintendent Colonel Kevin Reeves.
The transfer followed Captain James Cormier’s retirement from Louisiana State Police...
MARK POPE: Nov. 18 Election Contains Bait-and-Switch Ballot Issue (OPINION)
Lafayette Parish voters go to the polls to decide four issues on Nov. 18: (1) the state treasurer’s race, (2) re-vote for the renewal of a property millage for the parish jail (failed in April), (3) re-vote for the renewal of a property millage for the courthouse (failed in April), and (4) re-dedication of the property millage for health issues.
MARK POPE: Consider Causes of Groupthink [OPINION]
News and Views with Mark Pope
Gov. Edwards Responds to Policeman’s Death In Lafayette & Las Vegas Shooting
"In the wake of evil and hardship, communities across our country come together and demonstrate the inherent goodness in people."
John Bel Edwards Amid U.S. Governors Calling For Bipartisan Solutions To Healthcare Reform
Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards releases the following statement on the Graham-Cassidy health care amendment.
I-10 Westbound Closed At Milepost 4 Near Texas State Line
State Police say I-10 Westbound at milepost 4 near the Texas state line is closed due to flooding.
SLEMCO Prepared For Potential Power Outages
Field crews are ready to be mobilized throughout Acadiana to restore power, if needed.
MARK POPE: Behind The Scenes In Local Government [OPINION]
Behind the scenes at local government
Last month, we examined and defined “smart cities.” Now it’s time to examine the history behind this underhanded, insidious effort, and how it may affect our local governments, and ultimately we the citizens. Rec...
Extremists or extreme temperatures drive climate change? [OPINION]
The most harmful aspect of “climate change” is the extent to which a cabal of dishonest, disingenuous “scientists” are destroying true science. Science is never “settled,” such as what we’re told by the climate change alarmists...
The 3 Most Important Things To Know About Outdoor Advertising
When it comes to traditional, old-school advertising, the outdoor billboard always seems to come to mind.
La. National Guard Prepares For Tropical Storm Cindy Response
The men and women of the state's National Guard are ready for immediate response to weather-related emergencies.
Red Cross Readies Workers, Resources In Anticipation Of Tropical Weather
Louisianans encouraged to share preparedness resources with loved ones in path of storm
Gunfire Reported at Manila Resort Hotel
According to Fox News, there are reports of gun fire at the Resorts World Manila in the Philippines.
Vice President Mike Pence Visiting Baton Rouge
The vice president is visiting Dehnam Springs flood victims and business leaders in Port Allen.
Wanted: Sex Offenders From Acadia Parish
Acadia Parish Crime Stoppers asking for your help to bring these sex offenders to justice.
Acadiana Mall Commercial From 1984 Resurfaces [VIDEO]
Besides finding a time machine and sending yourself back to 1984, this is the next best way to take a look into the past in Lafayette.
UPDATE: Protest Organizer Confirms Demonstration Ahead Of Cassidy Town Hall In Breaux Bridge
James Proctor called in after recording of meeting was aired on KPEL News.
Holy Rosary Receives $450,000 For Rehab Funding
Last week, Lafayette’s Holy Rosary Redevelopment Board (HRRB) was notified it will be awarded $450,000 from the National Park Service (NPS) for intense rehabilitation of the historic Holy Rosary Institute’s (HRI) main building. Lafayette Consolidated Government’s (LCG) Community Development Department played an integral technical support role in the competitive grant application process.