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Ritter Discusses Candidacy For Youngsville Mayor
First-term Youngsville City Council Member Ken Ritter announced Jan. 6 his candidacy for retiring Mayor Wilson Viator's seat. Ritter joined KPEL Friday morning to discuss Youngsville's growth, education and opportunities for the future.
Lafayette City-Parish Council Approves Funding For NGOs, Increases In Golf Fees
The Lafayette City-Parish Council on Tuesday night elected new officers, approved funding for external agencies and approved an increase in fees for municipal golf courses.
Lafayette School Board President: Re-election Would Be Against Intentions
Outgoing Lafayette Parish School Board President Shelton Cobb said serving a third consecutive term would be against his original intentions for the post.
Fireworks Banned Within City Limits, Restricted Throughout Lafayette Parish
As a year closes out, area residents tend to light up the skies with fireworks displays both quaint and grandiose. But there are restrictions: While most of Lafayette Parish allows fireworks displays throughout the holiday season, for example, the City of Lafayette explicitly bans them.
Record Attendance Expected For Ragin’ Cajuns’ Third NOLA Bowl
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL)—The 12th R+L Carriers New Orleans Bowl marks the third consecutive year the Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns make an appearance, and attendance numbers are expected to break another record Saturday when the Cajuns take on Tulane’s Green Wave.
Lafayette School Board Agrees To Mediation Workshop With Superintendent Cooper
This year’s final meeting of the Lafayette Parish School Board focused largely on the political conflict plaguing it. Accusations ranged from defacing a public document to conspiracy theory.
State Owes Louisianians $582 Million In Unclaimed Property; Listings To Be Published
Louisianians are owed more than $582 million in unclaimed property money, so the Department of Treasury will publish the names of those owed in newspapers across the state through Dec. 10.
The Conversation: Angelle, Griffon, Starnes Talk Energy, Family, Religion
NewsTalk 96.5 KPEL hosted “The Conversation” Nov. 14, which featured discussion from Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, radio talk show host Moon Griffon and “Fox News & Commentary” host Todd Starnes.
Angelle began the conversation by discussing Louisiana’s energy boom, which he credits to recent news that the U.S. ...
Domestic Oil Production Exceeds Foreign Oil Imports For First Time Since 1995
The Department of Energy announced Nov. 13 the U.S. is now producing more crude oil domestically than what it imports from abroad.
Landrieu’s Health Plan Legislation Gains Support
Democratic U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu announced today Senior U.S. Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., and U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Ore., are cosponsoring her act that would allow policyholders to keep their current health plans.
Public Forum To Discuss Criminal Justice Reform, Reducing Prison Costs To Taxpayers
A free public forum to discuss reforming the criminal justice system will be held Nov. 13 at South Louisiana Community College.
Lafayette City-Parish Council To Revisit Trailer Ban Tonight
The Lafayette City-Parish Council will revisit a proposed travel trailer ban tonight after President Joey Durel vetoed the measure at the Oct. 24 meeting.
Inaugural St. Martinville Catfish Festival To Benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
The St. Martinville Catfish Festival is scheduled for Nov. 8-10, which will benefit St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Lafayette Chamber Of Commerce To Host Natural Gas Vehicles Workshop
The Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce will host a workshop Friday, Nov. 8 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. to encourage fleet managers to consider switching to natural gas vehicles.
Horse Farm Community Forums Begin Today
Lafayette Central Park began community forums today at the Rosa Parks Transportation Center, during which Lafayette residents were invited to show up and share their visions for the future of the 100-acre Horse Farm property.
Boustany Writes John Kerry Urging Aid For Niña Search
U.S. Rep. Charles Boustany, R-Louisiana, wrote a letter to Secretary of State John Kerry urging the government to assist efforts to find seven individuals missing in the South Pacific since early June.
Lafayette School Board To Hold Special Meeting On Insurance Issue
Board attorney Roger Hamilton advised the board to restart the entire process.
Committee Recommends 2014 Schools Tax To Lafayette Parish School Board
The tax would generate $500 million for Lafayette Parish schools and is recommended for vote by May 2014.
Two Arrested In Breaux Bridge After Receiving 800 Grams Of MDMA
Two Acadiana residents are under arrest after receiving 800 grams of MDMA in the mail from China.
Cpl. Paul Mouton: Increased Burglaries Crimes Of “Opportunity”
Despite decreases in the past, Lafayette burglaries increased by 9 percent this year, so Lafayette Police Department spokesperson Cpl. Paul Mouton spoke with KPEL to discuss those crimes and how citizens can help tackle the problem.