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Lafayette, LA (May 1, 2026) - Through SLEMCO's Operation Round-Up program, five local first-responder organizations will receive grants of up to $10,000 each —...

Acadian Ambulance launched a First Responder Autism Resource Kit on April 17, 2026, a collection of tools designed to support first responders when interacting with individuals with autism during emergencies. READ MORE ....

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.

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.

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 ...

Last Saturday, the Youngsville Lions Club held its Second Fais Do Do, as a fundraiser for the projects the club supports. VIEW PHOTOS by clicking o the photo ...

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

A routine fishing trip at Lake Martin in St. Martin Parish, Louisiana, turned into a close encounter with a massive alligator, captured by Mike Castille, as gators could be heard making mating calls across the water. READ MORE ...

Military historian Joey van Meesen, based in The Netherlands, is helping preserve World War II history through research, documentary work, and battlefield tours that connect families to the past. READ FULL ARTICLE ...

Former professional mixed martial artist Dustin Poirier was sworn in as an honorary officer with the Youngsville Police Department. READ MORE ...