Lafayette’s Black veterans are modernizing the American Legion
The legacy of the Francis-Benoit American Legion Post 504 survives in the veterans and the community it serves — and also in the technology it embraces. While other posts across the country have faltered, and even failed, the state’s second oldest African American post, located in Lafayette, has been thriving.
New assembly facility in Lafayette Parish, creating nearly 200 new jobs
MMR Group announced a $55.2 million investment to establish a new assembly facility in Lafayette Parish, creating nearly 200 new jobs with average salaries of $85,000 and expanding production of electrical components used in fast-growing sectors such as data centers and semiconductors.
LA: DMR Technologies to Launch U.S. Drone Manufacturing Facility in Lafayette, with 521 Jobs
DMR Technologies announced it will establish its first full-scale U.S. manufacturing facility in Lafayette Parish, where the company will produce and deploy its flagship Field Ranger X50 unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the American market. The company is expected to create 521 direct new jobs over the next 10...
Dangerous Motorcycle Chase Ends in New Iberia Crash
Adrenaline, chaos, and danger — Iberia Parish deputies arrest a man after a 90 mph chase through busy school zones.
Jennings man accused of attempted murder after allegedly beating inmate, stomping on his head
Special to the American Press A Jennings man is facing an attempted murder charge after severely beating an inmate in the St. Landry Jail in Opelousas. Gaige White, 28, has been charged with attempted second-degree murder, according to Sheriff Bobby Guidroz. White was recently arrested in St. Landry Parish on a...
Louisiana’s Connection to Hit Netflix Series ‘The Ed Gein Story’
Did you know there is a strong connection between the new hit Netflix Ed Gein series and Lafayette, Louisiana?
New Club4 Lafayette Gym Not in Moncus Park
Club4’s new Lafayette location isn’t in Moncus Park after all. Here’s what sparked the mix-up and where it’s really opening.
Lafayette shooting leaves one injured; police investigate
One man was injured in an early morning shooting in the 100 block of Cypress Street, and the Lafayette Police Department is investigating the incident.
This Old-School Diner In Louisiana Serves Up The Best Homemade Bread Pudding You’ll Ever...
Some desserts are good, some are great, and then there are those rare, transcendent creations that make you close your eyes and momentarily forget your own name – the bread pudding at Hub City Diner in Lafayette, Louisiana falls firmly into that last category. This isn’t just bread pudding...
Lafayette sees big economic wins with companies planning to set up shop in Hub...
Lafayette is set to see a significant economic boost with two major companies planning to establish operations in the city. An electrical manufacturer, MMR, announced its intention to open a facility on West Pont Des Mouton Road, promising more than 200 jobs with an average salary of $85,000 per year. DMR...