Thursday, February 19, 2026

City of Youngsville Awarded $459,737 TAP Grant for Hwy 89 Sidewalks – Phase 1

The City of Youngsville has been awarded $459,737 through the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for Phase 1 of the Hwy 89 (Youngsville Highway) Sidewalk Project.  READ MORE ...

Ochsner to open standalone ER in Broussard

Ochsner Lafayette General is opening a standalone emergency department in Broussard. READ MORE ...

Eight Months Later: Broussard‑Youngsville Connector Eases Regional Travel

Now that the Broussard‑Youngsville Connector has been open since June 2025, local officials and area drivers are assessing how the long‑planned roadway ... READ MORE ...

UPDATE: Truck Crashes Through Garage

A pickup truck tore through a garage on Kelsea Drive in Broussard’s Huval Holiday Subdivision this afternoon. READ MORE ...

Public Service Announcement from the City of Broussard

The city will be conducting routine smoke testing in several residential subdivisions in the coming days. READ MORE ...

YPD Extends Appreciation for School Resource Officers

February 15 is recognized as National School Resource Officer (SRO) Day. The Youngsville Police Department is marking the observance by honoring the dedicated law enforcement officers who serve in local schools ... READ MORE ...

City of Youngsville Awarded $459,737 TAP Grant for Hwy 89 Sidewalks – Phase 1

The City of Youngsville has been awarded $459,737 through the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development’s Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) for Phase 1 of the Hwy 89 (Youngsville Highway) Sidewalk Project.  READ MORE ...

Public Service Announcement from the City of Broussard

The city will be conducting routine smoke testing in several residential subdivisions in the coming days. READ MORE ...

Broussard Mayor Gives State of the City

Broussard Mayor Ray Bourque delivers an update on the state of the City of Broussard, reflecting on key accomplishments from 2025 in this video. Click on image to view video ...

REVISED: LPSB Regular School Board Meeting – February 12, 2026

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

LPSB Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting Agenda and Packet

The agenda for the Board Insurance/Finance Committee Meeting for Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. can be found ... READ MORE ...

LPSS Principals Participate in School Safety Tabletop Exercise During In-Service

The Lafayette Parish School System reinforced its ongoing commitment to student safety Monday as principals from across the district participated in a comprehensive school safety tabletop exercise during their scheduled in-service training. READ MORE ...

3rd Annual BYOB Hamburger & Hotdog Festival

The Krewe de Acadiana will host the 3rd Annual BYOB (Bringing You Our Best) Hamburger & Hotdog Festival on ... READ MORE ...

Youngsville to Host STM Hopefest Music Festival and 5K

St. Thomas More Catholic High School (STM) is hosting Hopefest on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at the Youngsville Sports Complex Amphitheater (801 Savoy Road). READ MORE ...

Coffee in Broussard with Mayor and Chiefs – February 20, 2026

The monthly Coffee in Broussard with the Mayor and Chiefs event will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026, at ... READ MORE ...

Youngsville Celebrates Successful Mardi Gras Parade with Community and Recognition

Youngsville, LA (February 14, 2026) — Youngsville celebrated Mardi Gras in true community fashion today as the City of Youngsville hosted a family-friendly Mardi...

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