What now after Landry cut Lafayette shelter funds?
Gov. Jeff Landry’s veto of funds for Catholic Charities of Acadiana put into sharp focus the lack of emergency shelter in Lafayette and the funding needed to sustain it long term.
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It’s all about the joy for 2024 Lafayette Pride Grand Marshal
Amid a legislative session that targeted her community, Peyton Rose Michelle embraces an upbeat attitude as grand marshal of Lafayette Pride.
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Column: Will Lafayette accept Landry’s homeless shelter funding veto lying down?
Gov. Landry’s decision to veto $1 million for Catholic Charities of Acadiana to run its homeless shelter — if left unchecked — could literally kill people.
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Gov. Landry vetoes $1M for Lafayette homeless shelter
The funding loss could force Catholic Charities of Acadiana to cut back shelter operations or stop them altogether.
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Housing tops new 232-HELP director’s priorities
Last month, Edie Couvillon Aymond took over the leadership of 232-HELP, the primary point of contact for people in need in Acadiana.
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City Council issues Pride proclamation
The City Council has been the lone body to make the proclamation since 2022.
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Public dollars for private education is coming. When?
The program does not take effect until money is appropriated by the Legislature, which has not yet happened.
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Lafayette’s Brooke Cellars transforms real-life horror into spooky cinema
Cellars’ first feature film “The Cramps: A Period Piece,” began production in Franklin this month.
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Boulet, councils silent on Pride Month
Boulet, who campaigned on transparency, has yet to publicly state her view on the Pride.
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Lafayette libraries to issue restricted cards to all minors
By default, minors will be prohibited from using library computers or checking out “adult” materials as defined in a state law passed in 2023.
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LCG hopes to avoid federal fines, more costs on major drainage projects
A settlement with federal regulators may be in sight on the beleaguered Homewood and Coulee Ile des Cannes detention pond projects. But it’s likely to add to already hefty costs.
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KRVS to tape Lafayette artists for World Cafe
Six artists will record sets this week, with World Cafe selecting acts for a monthly showcase distributed to over 200 U.S. public radio stations.
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