Youngsville Water Systems Grades for 2025

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The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) released the annual final 2025 water grades for community water systems across Louisiana. READ MORE ...
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A Decade of Impact: How McBade Engineers Is Shaping Resilient Communities Across Acadiana

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WWII Soldier Seen in Nibelungen Bridge Photographs Identified After Eight Decades

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For more than 80 years, a fallen American soldier in one of World War II’s widely circulated photographs remained unnamed in the image itself. Through recent historical research, his identity has now been confirmed. This article shares the story behind the photograph, the research that led to the identification, and the historical context surrounding the moment it was taken. → READ FULL STORY …

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YPD Announces Three Arrests in Child Predator Investigations

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Chief JP Broussard of the Youngsville Police Department announces the arrest of three individuals on charges related to crimes against children. READ MORE ...

Youngsville Police Arrest Broussard Man on Multiple Felony Charges Involving Juveniles

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According to the Youngsville Police Department, Brett Joseph Dronet, thirty-seven, of Broussard, was arrested on multiple felony charges involving juveniles. READ MORE ....

A Decade of Impact: How McBade Engineers Is Shaping Resilient Communities Across Acadiana

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In South Louisiana, infrastructure is more than design—it’s protection, resilience, and the future of entire communities. For the past decade, McBade Engineers & Consultants has been at the center of that mission—delivering projects .... READ FULL ARTICLE ....
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Local Government

New Occupational Licenses and Ownership Changes Recorded in Broussard for April 2026

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The following list reflects new occupational licenses and changes in ownership recorded in Broussard during April 2026 ... READ MORE ...

Mayor-President Boulet Names Earl Borden as Lafayette Fire Chief

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Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has selected Earl Borden as the next chief of the Lafayette Fire Department following a national search that began August 18, 2025. READ MORE ...

LA Treasurer Presents Check to Lafayette Resident

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Louisiana Treasurer Fleming was delighted to deliver an unclaimed property check for $11,975.42 to Lafayette resident Kenneth Duhon, the rightful owner. READ MORE ...

Mayor-President Boulet Issues Veto of City Ordinance Number CO-025-2026

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Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has issued a veto of City Ordinance No. CO-025-2026, adopted at the April 7, 2026 meeting of the Lafayette City Council. READ MORE ...
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School News

LPSS Names Amanda Sanders Principal of Green T. Lindon Elementary School

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The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) has named Amanda Sanders as principal of Green T. Lindon Elementary School in Youngsville. READ MORE ...

LPSB Special Board Meeting: May 4, 2026

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The Lafayette Parish School Board will hold a Special Board meeting at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 4, 2026. READ MORE ...
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Events

Youngsville Chamber Celebrates Local Excellence at 14th Annual Banquet & A.C.E. Awards

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The Youngsville Chamber of Commerce proudly hosted its 14th Annual Chamber Banquet & A.C.E. Awards on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at the Youngsville Sports Complex Recreation Center, bringing together business leaders, members, and community stakeholders for an evening of celebration and recognition.

World Volleyball Day and Block the Bully Launch #WorldServeChallenge in Youngsville During Conference USA Beach Championship Weekend

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As Conference USA’s Beach Volleyball Championship brings elite collegiate beach volleyball to Youngsville this weekend, World Volleyball Day™ and Block the Bully are inviting the local community to join the excitement with a high-energy #WorldServeChallenge kickoff at Mandez’s Seafood Bar & Grill in Youngsville.

Free Heart Health Screenings Available in Lafayette May 30

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Residents ages forty-five and older with a history of heart disease, a family history of heart disease, or risk factors for developing heart disease are invited to participate in free heart health screenings ... READ MORE ...

Coffee in Broussard With Mayor and Chiefs Set for April 24

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The City of Broussard will hold its monthly Coffee in Broussard event on Friday, April 24, 2026 ... READ MORE ...
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