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Accessible Mardi Gras Parade Zone

Newsroom - February 20, 2023 3:56 pm

An accessible Mardi Gras Parade Zone will be available for citizens with disabilities at the intersection of Johnston Street and St. Julien Street by Fire Station Number Five.

UPDATE: Lafayette Homicide Investigation

Newsroom - February 20, 2023 9:26 am

Around 1:50 a.m., Lafayette Police responded to a shooting in progress in the 1000 block of Louisiana Avenue.

Fire Causes Substantial Damage to St. Francis Motel

Newsroom - February 19, 2023 8:00 pm

At 11:13 a.m. this morning, Lafayette firefighters responded to a commercial fire at 1604 N. University Avenue, St. Francis Motel.

Arrest Made after S.W.A.T. Call Out

Newsroom - February 18, 2023 5:54 pm

Just after 2:00 p.m., Lafayette Police responded to a local apartment complex at 102 Westwood Drive, regarding a domestic related incident.

Debris Drop-Off Day

Newsroom - February 16, 2023 4:46 pm

Lafayette Parish residents have an opportunity to dispose of unwanted items when Lafayette Consolidated Government and Republic Services host Debris Drop-off Day.

Transit, Garbage & Compost Schedule on Mardi Gras Day

Newsroom - February 16, 2023 2:21 pm

Lafayette Consolidated Government’s Transit Division will not provide Daytime, Night Owl, or Para-transit bus services on Mardi Gras Day, February 21, 2023.

Police Investigate Shooting Involving a Juvenile

Karen Lagrange Cox - February 14, 2023 12:20 am

At around 9:43 pm, Lafayette Police responded to shooting in progress in the 1600 block of E. Simcoe Street.

Arbor Day Foundation Names Lafayette Tree City USA

Karen Lagrange Cox - February 13, 2023 3:35 pm

For the 32nd consecutive year, the Arbor Day Foundation has named Lafayette a Tree City USA for the city’s commitment to having thriving urban forest management.

Kelly Morvant Photography

Karen Lagrange Cox - February 7, 2023 2:00 pm

To help your business look its best, use Kelly Morvant of Kelly Morvant Photography for your pictures.

LASCC Reducing Adoption Fees for Valentine’s Day

Newsroom - February 7, 2023 9:55 am

The Lafayette Animal Shelter and Care Center (LASCC) will be reducing adoption fees to $14 for all pets for Valentine’s Day, beginning Wednesday, February 8 through Wednesday, February 15.

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