Residents Invited To Submit Questions For 2026 Broussard And Youngsville Candidate Questionnaires

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Residents of Broussard and Youngsville who would like to submit a question for possible inclusion in the candidate questionnaires are invited to do so. READ MORE by clicking on the image ...
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WWII Soldier Seen in Nibelungen Bridge Photographs Identified After Eight Decades

Special  Karen Lagrange Cox – 
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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Broussard Occupational Licenses Issued in March 2026

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The City of Broussard issued six new occupational licenses in March 2026 ... READ MORE ...

Winners of Krewe De Acadian Third Annual BYOB Cookoff In Youngsville

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Krewe de Acadian hosted its third annual BYOB Hamburger and Hot Dog Cookoff on April 12, 2026, at the Youngsville Sports Complex Expansion in Youngsville. READ MORE AND VIEW PHOTOS ....

Youngsville Police Department Wins Friendly Competition At BYOB Cookoff

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The Youngsville Police Department earned bragging rights over the Broussard Police Department during a friendly cookoff competition held as part of the third annual BYOB, “Bringing You Our Best,” Hamburger and Hot Dog Festival in Youngsville. READ MORE AND VIEW PHOTOS ....
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Local Government

Broussard Occupational Licenses Issued in March 2026

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The City of Broussard issued six new occupational licenses in March 2026 ... READ MORE ...

Youngsville City Council Denies SLEMCO Variance Request For Savoy Road Electrical Substation

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The Youngsville City Council denied SLEMCO’s request for a variance to the city’s Land Use Regulations for a proposed electrical substation at 1029 Savoy Road ... READ MORE ...

Boulet Administration Launches Native Landscaping Guide to Drive Smarter, More Resilient Infrastructure

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Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) launches a new Native Landscaping Guide as part of a broader effort to build a more resilient and efficient Lafayette Parish through smarter, more sustainable landscaping practices. READ MORE ...

Bertrand Drive Designs Unveiled, Marking Next Phase of Corridor Transformation

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Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) officially unveiled the design for the Bertrand Drive Revitalization Project last night during a public meeting, sharing the vision first with the people most connected to the corridor—nearby residents, business owners, and community stakeholders. READ MORE ....
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School News

Statement from Superintendent Touchet about Audit Process

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The statement below was made by Lafayette Parish Schools Superintendent Francis Touchet Jr. regarding recent reports referencing the audit process ... READ MORE ...

Statement on the Resignation of Lafayette Parish School Board Member

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Chad Desormeaux, the Lafayette Parish School Board Member representing District 2, has submitted his resignation to the Louisiana Secretary of State, effective immediately. READ FULL STORY ...
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Events

Broussard Proud Community Clean-Up Scheduled For April 17

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The City of Broussard is partnering with Parish Proud to host a volunteer community litter clean-up at Arceneaux Park. READ MORE ...

French Table to be Held April 10 in Broussard

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The monthly French Table will be held on Friday, April 10, 2026 ... READ MORE ...

Youngsville Chamber Introduces “Taste of Youngsville” at 14th Annual Banquet & A.C.E. Awards

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Youngsville, LA (March 31, 2026) — The Youngsville Chamber of Commerce will debut Taste of Youngsville, a new culinary showcase, during its 14th Annual...

Lions Club of Youngsville to Host Second Annual Fais Do Do Festival on April 18

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The Lions Club of Youngsville will host its Second Annual Fais Do Do Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Youngsville Sports Complex. READ MORE ...
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Opinions / Editorials / Letters to the Editor

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