Lafayette LA

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The University of Louisiana at Lafayette is facing significant financial challenges due to declining enrollment, posing a major economic concern for the region. Economist Loren Scott highlighted that the drop in student numbers is a key factor in the university's current $25 million budget deficit, which is prompting...

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An armed robbery call in Lafayette led to a chaotic night as police detailed an officer’s Taser use and subsequent gunfire.

Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center has expanded its emergency room capacity with the addition of 11 new patient beds. The expansion follows the recent closure of the emergency room at Lourdes Heart Hospital on Kaliste Saloom Road.

Lafayette Parish School System is moving ahead with plans to invest more than $30 million in school upgrades across the district. The school board unanimously approved the spending plan, which includes the construction of over 40 classrooms at three elementary schools. Broussard Elementary, Ernest Gallet Elementary,...

The Louisiana Cattle Festival in Abbeville is celebrating the state's cattle industry, which is experiencing record-high beef prices due to historically low cattle numbers, and the festival is also promoting community involvement and inspiring future generations in the cattle industry.

Economist Dr. Loren Scott presented his annual Louisiana Economic Forecast, noting that Acadiana is in a strong fiscal position and providing a positive outlook for the region's economy.

A well-known live music venue in downtown Lafayette has unexpectedly shut its doors. The Grouse Room's closure follows a creditor's move to seize the property. Court records revealed that the owner of the Grouse Room owes $20,000 in back taxes.

A major change is coming to sports events and extracurricular activities in the Iberia Parish School District after the school board approved a new rule for attending large events. The board adopted a clear bag policy at Wednesday’s meeting, which Superintendent of Schools Heath Hulin said was in line with...