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News from October 2023

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Acadia Parish in week ending Oct. 21?

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 23, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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There were 720 9th grade students in Acadia Parish schools in 2021-22 school year

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 23, 2023

Acadia Parish schools registered 24 more ninth grade students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

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Lafayette Parish schools welcomed 2,197 9th grade students in 2021-22 school year

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 22, 2023

Lafayette Parish schools registered 127 more ninth grade students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Lafayette Parish in week ending Oct. 21?

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 22, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Lafayette Reporter area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23?

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 21, 2023

This former Lafayette Reporter area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

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Lafayette Reporter area weekly mass times

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 21, 2023

The following parishes in the Lafayette Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Lafayette Parish cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q3 2023

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 21, 2023

There was one company in a city associated with Lafayette Parish that received an FDA inspection in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Kennedy, Crapo, Ricketts Introduce Bill to Prevent Biden Ban on Gas-Powered Vehicles

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 20, 2023

Senators John Kennedy, Mike Crapo, and Pete Ricketts have introduced the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act, which aims to prevent the Biden administration's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from restricting the sale of gas-powered vehicles. The senators argue that such a ban would benefit Chinese manufacturing and harm American industry.Kennedy expressed his support for the CARS Act, stating, "The Biden administration's woke proposal to block the sale of gas-powered cars benefits Chinese manufacturing and hurts America's industry. I'm proud to support the...

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Kennedy Condemns Proposal to Lower Graduation Standards in Louisiana: "Our Kids are Better than That"

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 18, 2023

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has criticized the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) for proposing lower graduation standards for high school students in the state. The new standards would allow students to graduate even if they fail the state's Graduate Exit Exam multiple times. Kennedy expressed his concerns about the proposal, stating, "This is a massive step back... an announcement to the rest of America that Louisiana has given up."Kennedy believes that the proposal sends a message that the students in Louisiana are not smart enough or good...

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Senate Passes Kennedy Resolution to Reverse Biden CFPB Rule Requiring Banks to Collect Race, Ethnicity, Sex Data

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 18, 2023

The Senate has passed a resolution introduced by Senator John Kennedy (R-La.) to reverse the Biden administration's Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule regarding the collection of data on race, ethnicity, and sex by banks. The resolution, known as the Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution of disapproval, will now move to the House of Representatives for consideration.According to Senator Kennedy, the CFPB's rule places an additional burden on small business owners who are already struggling with inflation under President Biden's administration. He stated,...

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Grant Applications Open for Community-Initiated Projects in Evangeline Corridor

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 18, 2023

Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Community Development and Planning Department is now accepting grant applications from organizations for its Community-Initiated Project (CIP) Grant Program. The program, currently in its third cycle, aims to support community-driven projects in the Evangeline Corridor of Lafayette, LA.The CIP Grant Program seeks to empower local organizations to contribute to place-making, community pride, cultural history, and recreation. One of the successful grant recipients from the previous cycle is Fightingville Fresh Market. This organization...

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Lake Farm Road Extension Phase One Underway

By Lafayette Reporter Report | Oct 18, 2023

Construction on the first phase of extending Lake Farm Road has begun. The project will be done in two phases starting with extending the road from Kaliste Saloom Road to Settlers Trace Boulevard.

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Sen. Kennedy Introduces No Dollars for Dictators Act to Stop Sending Taxpayer Money to China, Russia, Iran through IMF

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 17, 2023

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has introduced the No Dollars for Dictators Act in an effort to prevent perpetrators of genocide and state sponsors of terrorism from receiving special drawing rights through the International Monetary Fund (IMF) without congressional authorization. This comes after President Biden approved the largest-ever allocation of special drawing rights in 2021, totaling $650 billion, without the consent of Congress. "The Biden administration already green-lit a 2021 deal that sent $4.5 billion to Iran and another $54 billion to China and Russia. Congress...

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Kennedy, Cotton, McConnell Introduce Bill to Freeze Transfer of $6 Billion in Assets to Iran

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 17, 2023

Senators John Kennedy, Tom Cotton, and Mitch McConnell have introduced legislation to halt the transfer of $6 billion in assets from the Biden administration to Iran. The bill aims to prevent the flow of funds to the Islamic Republic, which has been accused of sponsoring terrorism and carrying out attacks against American targets and Israel.The introduction of this legislation comes shortly after the Biden administration's controversial decision to transfer the funds to Iran without congressional review. Senator Kennedy expressed his concerns about the transfer, stating,...

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Lafayette Consolidated Government Clarifies Garbage And Recycling Carts Transition With Acadiana Waste Services

By Lafayette Reporter Report | Oct 17, 2023

As Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) transitions its garbage and recycling provider from Republic Services to Acadiana Waste Services (AWS), LCG is addressing some frequently asked questions.

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Sen. John Kennedy Congratulates Governor-elect Jeff Landry on His Election Victory

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 16, 2023

WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) congratulated Louisiana Governor-elect Jeff Landry and expressed his excitement to work with him in a statement released today. Kennedy praised Landry for his previous role as the state's attorney general, stating, "He served our state passionately as attorney general, and I look forward to working with him as our new governor." The senator then emphasized the importance of improving Louisiana's future, saying, "Louisiana's future can be better than our present and our past, and it's the responsibility of both state and federal...

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Kennedy announces $1.9 million in Hurricane Laura aid for southwest Louisiana hospitals

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 16, 2023

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) has announced a $1.9 million grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide aid for southwest Louisiana hospitals that were heavily impacted by Hurricane Laura. The grant, allocated through the Senate Appropriations Committee, aims to assist in the recovery and repair of healthcare facilities in the region."Hurricane Laura hit Louisiana's hospitals hard, and I'm thankful to see this $1.9 million help southwest healthcare facilities recover from the damage," expressed Kennedy.The funds will be directed to the Southwest...

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Lafayette Consolidated Government Receives $8,000 Grant From Keep Louisiana Beautiful To Address Mardi Gras Litter And Waste

By Lafayette Reporter Report | Oct 16, 2023

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) and Keep Lafayette Beautiful (KLB), a Keep Louisiana Beautiful affiliate, are pleased to announce that it has been awarded an $8,000 grant from Keep Louisiana Beautiful to tackle the issue of Mardi Gras litter and waste.

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Lafayette Reporter area weekly mass times

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 14, 2023

The following parishes in the Lafayette Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Senators Issue Warning to Perpetrators of Domestic Terror Threats

By Lafayette Reporter | Oct 13, 2023

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) and several of his colleagues from the Senate Judiciary Committee have issued a stern warning to potential perpetrators of domestic terror threats. This statement comes in the wake of the recent Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel, which claimed the lives of hundreds, including at least 27 U.S. citizens.In their joint statement, the senators expressed their condemnation of the "despicable and depraved" attacks carried out by Hamas. They emphasized the need for vigilance in safeguarding American communities and protecting national security.The...