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Household hazardous waste day in Lafayette won't accept electronics due to rain forecast

By Lafayette Reporter | May 31, 2024

Lafayette, LA – The Lafayette Consolidated Government has announced that its Household Hazardous Waste Day, scheduled for June 1, 2024, will not accept electronics due to expected rain. Residents are encouraged to dispose of electronics through Best Buy.

Lafayette Parish initiates post-storm cleanup effort

By Lafayette Reporter | May 31, 2024

Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is actively addressing the extensive debris left in the wake of recent storms that battered the area with hurricane-force winds. These winds surpassed initial National Weather Service forecasts, resulting in an exceptionally large volume of debris.

9.4% of Acadia Parish students on collegiate teams in 2022

By Lafayette Reporter | May 31, 2024

Acadia Parish's only university had 9.4% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lafayette Parish in week ending May 18?

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 18, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Lafayette Reporter area weekly mass times

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

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

5.2% of Lafayette Parish residents considered unemployed in 2021

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

The unemployment rate in Lafayette Parish hit 5.2% among residents aged 16 and 65 years old in 2021.

Tammy Luke appointed director of community development & planning

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

Tammy Luke appointed as director of community development & planning

David Christie, former St. Thomas More High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

First game takes place on Friday, May 31.

Grant Fontenot, former Lafayette High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

His team enters the tournament as a number three seed.

Noah Melancon, former St. Thomas More High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

By Lafayette Reporter | May 30, 2024

They open the tournament against UC Irvine Anteaters.

Kennedy's censored op-ed on women's sports finds new home at National Review

By Lafayette Reporter | May 29, 2024

MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) authored an op-ed in National Review addressing the importance of protecting athletic opportunities for women and girls. The piece, which argues against allowing biological men to compete against biological women, was initially published in Louisiana’s Gannett-owned USA Today Network papers.

Louisiana legislature passes SCR 41 for expedited I-49 Lafayette connector

By Lafayette Reporter | May 29, 2024

The Louisiana State Legislature has passed Senate Concurrent Resolution 41 (SCR 41), introduced by Senator Blake Miguez, urging the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) to expedite the completion of the Interstate 49 Lafayette Connector. This infrastructure project aims to enhance transportation efficiency and economic development in the region.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Lafayette Parish in week ending May 25?

By Lafayette Reporter | May 28, 2024

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

Paul Trouard appointed interim chief as Lafayette launches national police chief search

By Lafayette Reporter | May 28, 2024

Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has announced the appointment of Paul Trouard as Interim Chief of Police. Chief Trouard will oversee the department during a transition period while a national search for a permanent candidate is conducted. This search, led by Chief Administrative Officer Rachel Godeaux, will commence within the next 30 days.

Senate Republicans urge consideration for Bipartisan Laken Riley Act

By Lafayette Reporter | May 28, 2024

MADISONVILLE, La. – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) joined Sens. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), along with all other Republicans on the Judiciary Committee, in urging Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, to schedule a mark-up of the bipartisan Laken Riley Act.

How many Lafayette Parish students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022?

By Lafayette Reporter | May 27, 2024

Lafayette Parish's only university had 3.9% of its student body playing sports on collegiate teams in 2022.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lafayette Parish in week ending May 25?

By Lafayette Reporter | May 27, 2024

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

1 gas station in cities throughout Lafayette Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 25

By Lafayette Reporter | May 26, 2024

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

Cooling station available at St. Joseph Diner due to excessive heat advisory

By Lafayette Reporter | May 24, 2024

In response to the excessive heat advisory, Catholic Charities of Acadiana will operate a cooling station for those experiencing homelessness at St. Joseph Diner, located at 613 W. Simcoe Street in Lafayette. Starting Saturday and operating with extended hours through Monday, St. Joseph Diner will remain open to those seeking relief from the heat until 5 p.m. daily.

Memorial Day garbage collection in Lafayette to proceed as scheduled

By Lafayette Reporter | May 24, 2024

Lafayette, LA – Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) has announced the garbage collection schedule for Memorial Day, Monday, May 27, 2024.

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Household hazardous waste day in Lafayette won't accept electronics due to rain forecast

Lafayette Parish initiates post-storm cleanup effort

9.4% of Acadia Parish students on collegiate teams in 2022

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lafayette Parish in week ending May 18?

Lafayette Reporter area weekly mass times

5.2% of Lafayette Parish residents considered unemployed in 2021

Tammy Luke appointed director of community development & planning

David Christie, former St. Thomas More High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

Grant Fontenot, former Lafayette High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

Noah Melancon, former St. Thomas More High School baseball player will compete for a chance to play for the College World Series

Kennedy's censored op-ed on women's sports finds new home at National Review

Louisiana legislature passes SCR 41 for expedited I-49 Lafayette connector

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Lafayette Parish in week ending May 25?

Paul Trouard appointed interim chief as Lafayette launches national police chief search

Senate Republicans urge consideration for Bipartisan Laken Riley Act

How many Lafayette Parish students played sports on collegiate teams in 2022?

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lafayette Parish in week ending May 25?

1 gas station in cities throughout Lafayette Parish had the cheapest diesel in week ending May 25

Cooling station available at St. Joseph Diner due to excessive heat advisory

Memorial Day garbage collection in Lafayette to proceed as scheduled

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