Lafayette Reporter

Lafayette Parks, Arts, Recreation & Culture (PARC) has announced the availability of applications for tuition assistance for its upcoming summer camp programs at Comeaux, Robicheaux and Martin Luther King Recreation Centers. The initiative is designed to help families ensure their children can participate in enriching summer activities, regardless of financial limitations.

Senate committee passes bill to end payments to deceased Americans

The Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs (HSGAC) has unanimously passed the Ending Improper Payments to Deceased People Act, a bipartisan bill proposed by Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Tom Carper (D-Del.). The legislation aims to put an end to incorrect payments made to deceased individuals, potentially saving taxpayers millions of dollars.

Bipartisan bill seeks to deny pensions to sex criminals

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Banking and Judiciary Committees, has partnered with Sen. Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) to introduce the No Taxpayer-Funded Pensions for Sex Criminals Act. This legislation aims to amend existing law to prevent federal employees and contractors convicted of sexual crimes from receiving federal government pensions.

Madeline Bullock, former Acadiana High School softball player will compete with her collegiate team for the NCAA D3 Softball Championship

Her team enters the tournament as a number two seed.

1 gas station in cities throughout Acadia Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 11

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lafayette Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 11

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

LCG collaborates with Acadiana VOAD following severe thunderstorms

In the wake of severe thunderstorms that swept through Louisiana, causing widespread damage throughout Acadiana, Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is working in tandem with Acadiana's Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster (Acadiana VOAD) to assess the extent of the destruction.

Resolution introduced to name post office after Luke Letlow

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has partnered with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) to introduce the Senate companion to H.R. 7423, a resolution aiming to name the U.S. Postal Service facility at 103 Benedette Street in Rayville, Louisiana, as the "Luke Letlow Post Office Building."

Senators introduce bill to reverse Biden's pause on Israel arms transfer

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) have joined forces to introduce the Israel Security Assistance Support Act. This legislative proposal aims to condemn the Biden administration's decision to pause arms transfers to Israel and demand a reversal of this decision.

Sen. Kennedy criticizes decriminalization of drugs on Fox News

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) recently appeared on Fox News and authored an op-ed discussing the impact of drug decriminalization policies in various cities and states. Kennedy emphasized the need for Congress to adopt more stringent drug policies, including his proposed Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Lafayette Parish in week ending May 11

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 11, according to GasBuddy.com.

Lafayette announces Household Hazardous Waste Day on May 18, 2024

The Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced its Household Hazardous Waste Day, scheduled for May 18, 2024, at the Northgate Mall. This event provides residents with an opportunity to dispose of household chemicals and electronics that are not accepted in curbside trash or recycling carts.

Lafayette road resurfacing project scheduled for mid-May

A road resurfacing project on LA Neuville Road and Chemin Metairie Road in Lafayette, LA is set to commence on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. The project is expected to conclude on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., weather permitting.

Sen. Kennedy urges Congress to protect women's sports from transgender inclusion