Red, White & Boom Returns to Youngsville

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The City of Youngsville is excited to announce the return of the annual Red, White & Boom, Youngsville Independence Day Celebration presented by Lafayette Roofing on Friday, July 3, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Youngsville Sports Complex Amphitheater.
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WWII Soldier Seen in Nibelungen Bridge Photographs Identified After Eight Decades

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Broussard Moves Up to No. 6 on Louisiana Safest Cities List

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Broussard has been named the sixth safest city in Louisiana in SafeWise’s annual statewide rankings, moving up from No. 8 last year. READ MORE ...

When Support Needs Last a Lifetime: Questions Louisiana Families Face Over Time

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What happens when caregiving lasts a lifetime? A new BY Local News Media article explores developmental disability services in Louisiana, the role of Medicaid, and the long-term realities families may face as caregivers grow older. READ MORE ...

Summer Fun Close to Home: Kid-Friendly Adventures in Broussard and Youngsville

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When the final school bell rings and summer officially begins, parents across Broussard and Youngsville start asking the same question: How do we keep the kids entertained all summer long? READ MORE ...
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Local Government

Broussard Celebrates with Ribbon Cutting for New City Hall Municipal Complex

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The City of Broussard celebrated the official ribbon cutting of its new City Hall Municipal Complex on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 406 East Madison Street. To read more, click on the photo.

LPSS Continues District-Wide Effort to Increase Employee Pay

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The Lafayette Parish School Board has approved additional salary increases for school support personnel and bus drivers as part of the 2026-27 budget ... READ MORE ...

Broussard Council Approves $395,000 Construction Contract for Veterans Memorial

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The Broussard City Council approved a $395,000 construction contract Tuesday night for the city’s Veterans Memorial at St. Julien Park. READ MORE ....

YPD Officer of the Month – Cory Melancon

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According to the Youngsville Police Department, Officer Cory Melancon has been named Officer of the Month. READ MORE ...
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School News

LPSS Continues District-Wide Effort to Increase Employee Pay

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The Lafayette Parish School Board has approved additional salary increases for school support personnel and bus drivers as part of the 2026-27 budget ... READ MORE ...

LPSS Teachers to Receive Largest “13th Check” to Date

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Eligible classroom teachers in the Lafayette Parish School System will receive a $648.87 “13th Check” later this month through the district’s 2002 half-cent sales tax proposition. READ MORE ....
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Events

Red, White & Boom Returns to Youngsville

Events Newsroom -
The City of Youngsville is excited to announce the return of the annual Red, White & Boom, Youngsville Independence Day Celebration presented by Lafayette Roofing on Friday, July 3, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Youngsville Sports Complex Amphitheater.

Coffee in Broussard With Mayor and Chiefs Set for May 22

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The City of Broussard will hold its monthly Coffee in Broussard event on May 22 at ... READ MORE ...

Local Business Networking Opportunities – Week of May 11

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Local business networking opportunities for the week of May 11, 2026, for the Youngsville, Broussard, and Lafayette areas ... READ MORE....

French Table to be Held May 8 in Broussard

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The monthly French Table will be held on Friday, May 8, 2026 ... READ MORE ...
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