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News from June 2024

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Republican senators introduce resolution against HHS rule on unaccompanied alien children

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 6, 2024

MADISONVILLE, La. – Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.), Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), and 44 other Republican senators have introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution aimed at preventing the Biden administration’s Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from enforcing a rule that would permit unaccompanied children at the border to be placed in the custody of unvetted sponsors.

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Lafayette Parish continues post-storm debris pickup operations

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 6, 2024

Lafayette, LA – The Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is continuing its efforts to address the extensive debris left by the recent May storms. LCG has deployed 16 contract trucks and two in-house trucks daily for debris collection. As of June 6, crews have collected approximately 9,000 cubic yards of debris, representing 50% of the total. Contractors expect to complete the first round of debris pickup throughout the city and unincorporated areas within the next two weeks.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Acadia Parish in week ending June 1?

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 5, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lafayette mourns the loss of Richard Zuschlag

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 5, 2024

Lafayette, LA—The community of Lafayette is mourning the loss of Richard Zuschlag, a significant and respected figure. As the founder of Acadian Ambulance Service, Zuschlag's vision and dedication significantly transformed emergency medical services in Lafayette and beyond. His contributions have saved numerous lives, and his legacy will be remembered.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Lafayette Parish in week ending June 1?

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 4, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Kennedy criticizes Biden's new executive order on border security

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 4, 2024

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) criticized President Biden's recent executive order on border security, arguing that it will not effectively address issues at the southern border.

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Mayor-President Boulet names new chief communications officer

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 4, 2024

Lafayette, LA – Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has announced the appointment of Jamie Boudreaux as the new Chief Communications Officer of Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG). A native of Lafayette, Boudreaux brings extensive experience in creating transparent and accountable access to City-Parish Government for the citizens of Lafayette Parish.

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Lafayette Reporter area weekly mass times

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 3, 2024

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

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Lafayette Parish in week ending June 1

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 3, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Kennedy confirms Sentencing Commission's return to bipartisan decision-making

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 3, 2024

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, met with Judge John Gleeson, a member of the U.S. Sentencing Commission, to discuss the recent breakdown in bipartisan decision-making at the Commission.

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Kennedy announces $2.2 million in Hurricane Ida aid for Fairview-Riverside State Park

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 3, 2024

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced today a $2,247,179 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant for Louisiana disaster aid.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lafayette Parish in week ending June 1?

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 2, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across Lafayette Parish in week ending May 25

By Lafayette Reporter | Jun 2, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 25, according to GasBuddy.com.