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South Louisiana Road and Bridge Closures Announced for May
Lafayette, LA (KPEL News) - Road closures because of work can be a headache, but they are certainly a necessary evil in Louisiana. From Lafayette to Jennings, and from Opelousas to Kaplan, state roads require maintenance and, in some cases, a full overhaul. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) proactively notifies the public about when closure will take place so drivers can plan accordingly.
Jeff Davis has its first parish administrator
The Jeff Davis Parish Police Jury stayed within the parish Wednesday in selecting Ben Boudreaux of Jennings as the parish’s first administrator. A graduate of Welsh High School, Boudreaux said he is eager to get to work and looks forward to capitalizing on the untapped potential of Jeff Davis Parish. “I am honored,” Boudreaux said […]
Residents unhappy about condition of MLK park
Some Lake Arthur residents aren’t happy about the conditions and lack of improvements of a park in their neighborhood and want something done about it. The group of fed-up residents showed up at Wednesday’s council meeting to voice their frustrations over neglect of maintenance at the Martin Luther King Jr. Park, also known as West […]
Crossroads Festival Returns In Kinder, Louisiana — 2024 Entertainment Lineup
One of the most popular festivals in Southwest Louisiana is back! The Coushatta Casino Resorts Crossroads Festival is back for another spin and will take place in July 2024. This festival has been around for 14 years now. How do I know that? I was there when the first version...
South Louisiana Road and Bridge Closures Announced for May
Lafayette, LA (KPEL News) - Road closures because of work can be a headache, but they are certainly a necessary evil in Louisiana. From Lafayette to Jennings, and from Opelousas to Kaplan, state roads require maintenance and, in some cases, a full overhaul. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) proactively notifies the public about when closure will take place so drivers can plan accordingly.
April 27, 2024 Is Election Day – Here’s What’s On The Ballot?
Some voters in Southwest Louisiana may not be unaware that a General Municipal Election will occur on Saturday, April 27, 2024. That could be because there hasn't been a ton of coverage, but KPLC put up a really informative post. This is yet another form of awareness and a reminder for all the voters in SWLA to get out and let their voices be heard.
South Louisiana Road and Bridge Closures Announced for May
Lafayette, LA (KPEL News) - Road closures because of work can be a headache, but they are certainly a necessary evil in Louisiana. From Lafayette to Jennings, and from Opelousas to Kaplan, state roads require maintenance and, in some cases, a full overhaul. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) proactively notifies the public about when closure will take place so drivers can plan accordingly.
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