Man armed with machete assaults woman, kills dog in Lafayette Parish

A Lafayette Parish man is behind bars after an incident near Maurice where a 40-year-old woman was assaulted and a dog was fatally injured. READ MORE ...

Groundbreaking ceremony held for BSC Court Resort tennis/pickleball facility, Broussard Veterans Memorial

An official groundbreaking was held for the new BSC Court Resort tennis/pickleball facility and the Broussard Veterans Memorial at the Broussard Sports Complex at St. Julien Park today. READ MORE ...

Intention vs Perfection in Personal Development

Being extreme about your personal development isn’t about perfection, it’s about intention. READ MORE ...

SMASH Pickleball & Restaurant Celebrates Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting in Youngsville

Youngsville, LA (March 10, 2026) — A new destination for dining, recreation, and community connection is official opened its doors in Youngsville. SMASH Pickleball & Restaurant celebrated...

LPSB Special and Regular School Board Meeting Agendas – March 12, 2026

The Lafayette Parish School Board (LPSB) will hold a special and its regular meeting on March 12, 2026. READ MORE ...

LCG and Lafayette Coca-Cola Launch New PARC Scholarship for Student-Athletes

Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Parks, Art, Recreation and Culture (PARC) is proud to announce the launch of the Lafayette Coca-Cola PARC Scholarship Program, made possible through the generous support of the Lafayette Coca-Cola Company. READ MORE ...

Groundbreaking ceremony held for BSC Court Resort tennis/pickleball facility, Broussard Veterans Memorial

An official groundbreaking was held for the new BSC Court Resort tennis/pickleball facility and the Broussard Veterans Memorial at the Broussard Sports Complex at St. Julien Park today. READ MORE ...

LCG Launches Parish-Wide Drainage Engagement Series as Investments and Flood Mitigation Efforts Expand

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is launching a Drainage Community Engagement Series to give residents the opportunity to learn about local drainage initiatives, explore ongoing flood mitigation efforts, and provide input that will help shape the parish’s long-term Stormwater Plan. READ MORE ...

Record Jobs and Major Infrastructure Investments Highlight LCG’s 2025 Annual Report

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of measurable progress and continued investment in Lafayette Parish. READ MORE ...

Broussard City Council Agenda – March 10, 2026

The agenda and meeting packet for the Broussard City Council meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ... READ MORE on BY Local News Meda by clicking on the photo ...

Lafayette Parish Launches Public Survey to Shape Growth Plan

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) is asking residents to help shape the future of growth and development in Lafayette Parish through a new public survey. READ MORE ...

LPSS Students May Wear Sweatpants on Tuesday

The National Weather Service has issued a Freeze Warning from 11 PM Monday night until 9 AM Tuesday morning. READ MORE ...

LPSB Insurance Committee Meeting Agenda – March 4, 2026

The Lafayette Parish School Board Insurance Committee meeting will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 4, 2026, at 202 Rue Iberville in Lafayette, Louisiana. READ MORE ....

Kindergarten Registration Now Open for the 2026-27 School Year

The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) is excited to announce that Kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year is now open. READ MORE ...

Youngsville Coffee with the Chief, Mayor, and Officers

Join Youngsville Police Chief JP Broussard, Mayor Ken Ritter, and officers of the Youngsville Police Department for coffee and conversation. READ MORE ...

Coffee in Broussard – March 20, 2026

The monthly "Coffee with the Broussard Mayors and Chiefs" event is scheduled for Friday, March 20, 2026 ... READ MORE ...

Broussard Boil

The City of Broussard and the Broussard Economic Development Corporation will have a Broussard Boil on Friday, March 27, 2026. READ MORE ...

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration in Broussard

The Louisiana First Responders Christian Association will host a St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 14, 2026. READ MORE ...

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