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CPRA Shares Nicholls Coastal Center Construction Update
The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) recently released a construction update on the new Nicholls State University Coastal Center. The 40,000-square-foot research-education-conference center is set to become the focal point for coastal protection and restoration activity within the Terrebonne, Atchafalaya, and Lafourche Basins. With a strong focus on resilience solutions for coastal communities, this center will play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges facing Louisiana’s coastal areas.
Qualifying ends, ballots set for November election
The ballots are now set and Southwest Louisiana voters will now know who they are voting for during the fall elections. The candidate qualifying period ended Friday with more than two dozen candidates tossing their hats into the ring ahead of the Nov. 5 open primary, presidential and congressional elections across the state. Several others, […]
American Press winner of eight Louisiana Press Association awards
The American Press was presented eight awards during the Louisiana Press Association 2023 Better Newspaper Competition luncheon Friday at the Baton Rouge City Club. Executive Editor Crystal Stevenson and sports writer Rodrick Anderson won first place for best overall website. The American Press competes in Division I against The Advocate in Baton Rouge, The Times […]
Nashville mayor affair: More on the case former NOPD officer Jeffrey Vappie is accused of researching
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell was implicated in a federal indictment Friday afternoon after her former security guard, NOPD Officer Jeffrey Vappie, was indicted on wire fraud and false statement charges. Cantrell, who has not been indicted, was referenced as “Public Official One, Mayor of the...
John Schneider sues stepdaughter to stop sale of ‘Dukes of Hazard’ memorabilia
BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — “Dukes of Hazard” star John Schneider is suing his late wife Alicia Allain’s business she ran in partnership with his movie studio and her daughter to stop the sale of memorabilia from his career. On social media, the actor recently asked...
Best-attended sugarcane field day ever highlighted by the latest research
(07/19/24) ST. GABRIEL, La. — The largest crowd to ever attend an LSU AgCenter sugarcane field day learned the latest news and research in varieties, soil fertility, biostimulants, weed management and plant pathology. AgCenter Sugar Research Station coordinator Al Orgeron approximated that there were 280 attendees based on the...
ELECTION 2024: Candidates qualify for Gonzales, Donaldsonville municipal seats
Candidates from Ascension Parish's cities, Donaldsonville and Gonzales, qualified July 17-19 for the Nov. 5 election. The City of Gonzales, which has an estimated population of 13,000, will select mayor, police chief and the five seats on the city council. According to Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry, the following...
Furever home Friday: Adopt, London! The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center's Pet of the Week
Alex Gonzalez, Adoption Coordinator for the Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center, stopped by News15 at Noon to share the details on sweet London. London is 9 weeks old and all puppy! She would thrive with a family that can take the time to train, exercise and play with her. She has the silliest personality that is sure to melt your heart.
Lafayette airport experiencing airline delays, cancelations during technology outage
A widespread technology outage disrupting flights and companies around the world is also causing airline cancelations at the Lafayette Regional Airport. "Although, our airport amenities are not being affected, airline are experiencing some delays, cancelations due to the outage, said Steven Picou, executive director at LFT. "So I'd advise everyone to check with airlines or online for updated information."
Lafayette council says no to bar, vape shop in Freetown after neighbors voice concerns
The Lafayette City Council on Tuesday denied a conditional use permit for a proposed bar and vape shop in Freetown. The council unanimously voted to deny the permit, which would have allowed alcohol sales, for the property at 504 Garfield St. near the Johnston Street intersection. The council's decision came...
Who will be on the November ballot in Lafayette? Ballots take shape as qualifying ends
The November ballot is taking shape after qualifying ended Friday. Races include the U.S. presidential election, Youngsville police chief and state judges. Two positions that were seeking new officials — justice of the peace for Scott and alderman for Duson — were automatically filled when only one candidate qualified. Kelly Clause Sonnier, Independent, will be the justice of the peace for Ward 1 in Scott. Glenn Cormier, Republican, will be the alderman of Duson.
Acadiana's powerlifting ladies train for world championships
Five powerful ladies from Acadiana will be representing the United States in the Powerlifting World Championships in August on the island of Malta, which is just south of Sicily, in the Mediterranean Sea. All five ladies have been or currently are LHSAA powerlifting state champions. Tags. Localnow.
Himbola Manor Apartments residents complain to Lafayette leaders about conditions
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Residents at a Lafayette public housing complex are giving city officials a piece of their minds. They are fed up with the living conditions at the Himbola Manor Apartments, and city leaders are holding a town hall on Thursday, July 18, to hear their complaints.
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