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UL asked legislature for $15 million; they got $9 million
56+ min ago (128+ words) KATC UL asked legislature for $15 million; they got $9 million The Louisiana Legislature budgeted $9 million from various funds to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for operations in the recently-concluded session, The Advocate reports. The newspaper reports that UL officials had…...
St. Landry board to discuss more school closures
1+ hour, 59+ min ago (175+ words) KATC St. Landry board to discuss more school closures The St. Landry Parish School Board is convening for a special retreat this weekend as officials consider school closures and other cuts to address an $18 million budget shortfall, The Advocate is…...
Children's Museum celebrates 30 years with free community birthday party
1+ day, 23+ hour ago (287+ words) LAFAYETTE, La. " The Children's Museum of Acadiana (CMA) is inviting the community to celebrate a major milestone as the museum marks 30 years of inspiring curiosity, creativity, and hands-on learning with a free birthday celebration on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Families are invited…...
LNEDC announces the launch of new scholarship
2+ day, 1+ hour ago (187+ words) The a new initiative aims to honor the legacy of Yvette Bernard, a "dedicated community advocate who helped countless entrepreneurs secure funding to start and grow their businesses." "This scholarship reflects LNEDC's continued commitment to economic empowerment and community development…...
LPSS plans cafeteria worker job fair
3+ day, 4+ hour ago (61+ words) KATC LPSS plans cafeteria worker job fair The Lafayette Parish School System is looking for folks to work in the kitchens that feed the students. They're hosting a job fair for cafeteria workers on June 16 from 8 a. .m until 2 p. m. at 101 Evans…...
UL Lafayette releases update on proposed payroll transition
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (178+ words) The University of Louisiana at Lafayette released an update on the proposed payroll transition that would leave some employees, including professors, without a paycheck in August. Below is the full statement: ORIGINAL STORY POSTED JUNE 2, 2026 Payroll changes will leave some…...
Vermilion Catholic bans social media for eighth grade students and lower grades
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (279+ words) ABBEVILLE " Vermilion Catholic will prohibit social media usage for eighth grade students and lower grades for the 2026-2027 school year. Students in ninth grade are encouraged to voluntarily refrain from using the apps. "Teachers and administrators and disciplinarians have seen the…...
St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office hosts summer camp for local children
6+ day, 20+ hour ago (133+ words) ST. MARTIN PARISH " Children in St. Martin Parish are taking part in a local camp designed to keep them active, engaged and learning while on summer break. The program organized by the St. Martin Parish Sheriff's Office offers a variety…...
Lafayette High unveils new state-of-the-art campus ahead of new school year
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (185+ words) LAFAYETTE PARISH " Lafayette Parish school staff and local officials toured the newly constructed Lafayette High School campus this week, getting a first look at the facility set to open for the 20252026 school year. The new campus spans more than 300, 000 square…...
Comeaux High closure debate continues following legal challenge
1+ week, 1+ day ago (479+ words) LAFAYETTE PARISH " The Lafayette Parish School Board once again heard concerns from community members as it reopened discussions about closing Comeaux High School, a proposal that has already sparked months of controversy and legal challenges. The board's latest public hearing…...