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KPEL 96.5
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![Lafayette Has Direct Commercial Ties To West Africa — Wingin’ It Wednesday](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/453839934.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Has Direct Commercial Ties To West Africa — Wingin’ It Wednesday
Should the U.S. shut down international flights from the areas affected by the virus?
![Vermilion Parish Murder Suspect Attacks Lafayette Deputy](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/10/Screen-Shot-2014-10-08-at-4.49.36-PM.png?w=980&q=75)
Vermilion Parish Murder Suspect Attacks Lafayette Deputy
A criminal report has been filed and sent to the district attorney's office for review.
Annual International Rice Festival Blood Drive
Crowley, Louisiana residents have the opportunity to celebrate life and the Annual Rice Festival festivities by joining in the Annual Rice Festival blood drive.
![Empower PAC Endorses Shelton Cobb in LPSB District 3](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/01/Shelton-Cobb.png?w=980&q=75)
Empower PAC Endorses Shelton Cobb in LPSB District 3
Empower PAC, the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce's political action committee, announced the endorsement of Shelton Cobb, a Democratic candidate for the Lafayette Parish School Board in District 3.
![LGMC Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness Month](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/10/LGMC.jpg?w=980&q=75)
LGMC Goes Pink For Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Visitors to Lafayette General Medical Center (LGMC) are being greeted with a new color scheme outside the hospital… Pink, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
![Gov. Jindal: Stop Flights From Ebola-Stricken Countries](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/06/145977880.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Gov. Jindal: Stop Flights From Ebola-Stricken Countries
Governor Bobby Jindal called on the Obama Administration to shut down flights coming into the United States from Ebola-stricken countries.
![BBB: Don’t Just Kick The Tires, Get A Real Inspection](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/05/Tires-Getty.jpg?w=980&q=75)
BBB: Don’t Just Kick The Tires, Get A Real Inspection
Better Business Bureau receives calls every day concerning used car issues.
![Louisiana Ranked Among Top States for Combating Human Trafficking](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/03/185194350.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Ranked Among Top States for Combating Human Trafficking
The state of Louisiana has once again been recognized among the top states for its efforts to combat human trafficking.
![What To Know About Ebola](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/453839934.jpg?w=980&q=75)
What To Know About Ebola
Eight facts about Ebola provided by Lafayette General Medical Center.
![Governor Jindal Holds Unified Command Group Meeting On State Preparations To Fight Potential Case Of Ebola](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/06/145977880.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Governor Jindal Holds Unified Command Group Meeting On State Preparations To Fight Potential Case Of Ebola
Governor Bobby Jindal held a meeting of Unified Command Group (UCG) today at the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) to get an update from state agencies and ensure the state is prepared if a case of Ebola were to be present in Louisiana.
![WV Sen. Joe Manchin Goes Shooting In Acadiana](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/Senator-Joe-Manchin-in-Maurice.jpg?w=980&q=75)
WV Sen. Joe Manchin Goes Shooting In Acadiana
Earlier today, West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin went shooting with local officials in Acadiana and spoke about Senator Mary Landrieu’s strong support of Second Amendment rights and her advocacy for oil and gas jobs as chair of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.
![11 Louisiana Residents Sentenced to Public Assistance Benefits Fraud](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/Judges-Gavel.jpg?w=980&q=75)
11 Louisiana Residents Sentenced to Public Assistance Benefits Fraud
The Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services announces the convictions of 11 Louisiana residents who fraudulently received more than $81,000 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) benefits.
![Louisiana Schools Earn National Blue Ribbon Recognition](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2012/08/Classroom.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Louisiana Schools Earn National Blue Ribbon Recognition
The United States Department of Education (USDOE) has recognized four Louisiana public schools as 2014 National Blue Ribbon Schools.
![Vitter Co-Sponsors Bill To Encourage Savings For Education Expenses](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/06/Senator-David-Vitter-photo-by-KPEL.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Vitter Co-Sponsors Bill To Encourage Savings For Education Expenses
U.S. Sen. David Vitter (R-La.) signed on to legislation authored by Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) that would make reforms to Coverdell savings accounts, which are designed to encourage savings for education expenses. The bill would increase the limit that the federal government has set on what a family can contribute each year.
![State Officials Announce Installation Of “Move Over” Signs Along State Highways](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/State-Police-Car-LSP-e1412021863488.jpg?w=980&q=75)
State Officials Announce Installation Of “Move Over” Signs Along State Highways
In support of Louisiana’s “Move Over” law, Louisiana State Police Superintendent Colonel Mike Edmonson alongside Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development Secretary Sherri H. LeBas announced the installation of several dozen Move Over for Emergency Vehicle signs across the state.
![Empower PAC Endorses Kermit Bouillion in LPSB District 5](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/Kermit-Bouillion-Facebook-e1411587874636.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Empower PAC Endorses Kermit Bouillion in LPSB District 5
Empower PAC, the Greater Lafayette Chamber of Commerce's political action committee, announced the endorsement of Kermit Bouillion, a Republican candidate for the Lafayette Parish School Board in District 5.
![Boustany Supports Increased Louisiana Jobs And Energy](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/07/IMG_4604.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Boustany Supports Increased Louisiana Jobs And Energy
Congressman Charles W. Boustany, Jr., M.D., (R-South Louisiana) issued the following statement after the House passed H.R. 4, the Jobs for America Act, and H.R. 2, the American Energy Solutions for Lower Costs and More American Jobs Act.
![U.S. Attorney’s Office Contributes To Local Food Pantries Through Food Drive](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/U.S.-Attorneys-Office-Food-Drive.png?w=980&q=75)
U.S. Attorney’s Office Contributes To Local Food Pantries Through Food Drive
More than 1,600 pounds of food and non-perishable items were delivered to two local food pantries in Lafayette and Shreveport.
![Win Diamonds, A Cadillac Or A Brand New Home — Home For The Holidays Is Underway](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/09/10649823_811984722187370_7344206714886657965_n.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Win Diamonds, A Cadillac Or A Brand New Home — Home For The Holidays Is Underway
The money collected through this project raises tens of thousands of dollars donated to important local charities.
![Commissioner of Administration and Retirement Board Approve Cost of Living Increase for Law Enforcement](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2013/04/LPD-Cruiser-Lights-e1383239765543.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Commissioner of Administration and Retirement Board Approve Cost of Living Increase for Law Enforcement
The Municipal Police Employees Retirement System yesterday approved the first permanent cost of living adjustment for retirees in more than 10 years.