Lafayette Reporter

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Students paid more for higher education in Lafayette Parish in 2022-23 school year

College tuition fees rose 1.1% in Lafayette Parish in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Lafayette Parish in week ending Sept. 21?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Eastland Drive to close temporarily for fire station construction

Lafayette, LA – The Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Traffic, Roads, and Bridges Department has announced a temporary closure of the 100 block of Eastland Drive. The closure will start at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 30, and continue until 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1.

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

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Average cost of college unchanged for students in Acadia Parish in 2022-23 school year

College tuition fees were unchanged in Acadia Parish in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Kennedy, Coons introduce resolution for National Wildlife Refuge Week

Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) have introduced a bill to designate October 13 through 19 as National Wildlife Refuge Week. The resolution aims to highlight the benefits of national wildlife refuges and their role in promoting hunting, fishing, and conservation.

Senator Kennedy secures flood insurance extension and disaster aid for Louisiana

Sen. John Kennedy of Louisiana, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, has played a key role in securing an extension of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) as part of a recent government funding package. The bill also includes provisions for urgent disaster aid to assist Louisiana following Hurricane Francine.

How many Black or African American students were enrolled in Lafayette Parish's school district in 2022-23 school year?

There were 12,484 Black or African American students enrolled in Lafayette Parish's school district in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Louisiana Department of Education.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Lafayette Parish in week ending Sept. 21

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lafayette Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Acadia Parish in week ending Sept. 21?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Acadia Parish was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

New director appointed for Lafayette Parish OHSEP

Lafayette, LA – Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has named Chad Sonnier as the new Director of the Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP), effective September 30, 2024. Sonnier brings more than three decades of experience in emergency management, disaster response, and public safety leadership to his new role.

Lafayette committee hosts annual disability awareness awards ceremony

The Lafayette Mayor-President’s Disability Awareness Committee will host its annual Awards Ceremony on October 8, 2024. The event is scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. at the Robicheaux Recreation Center, located at 1919 Eraste Landry Road in Lafayette, LA.

How many Black or African American students were enrolled in Acadia Parish's school district in 2022-23 school year?