UL delays payroll switch to November after faculty pushback
LAFAYETTE, La. (The Current) — Administrators have revised changes to UL Lafayette’s pay schedule that would have forced some faculty and staff to work briefly without pay at the beginning of the fall term. Citing a faculty survey and feedback on the proposal, UL officials announced Jul. 2...
Another old building along Johnston could get leveled for a new business. Here’s what...
An old commercial building along Johnston Street in mid-city Lafayette could be leveled to clear way for a 7Brew location to be built. Plans for the property at 3211 Johnston St. will go before the Lafayette city planning commission Monday for ratification of a plat approval, documents show. A rendering...
Youngsville manufacturer to launch $7M expansion, add 125 jobs in Jeanerette
A Youngsville manufacturer will launch a $7 million expansion that will include an expansion in New Iberia and 125 new jobs. Quality Companies, which serves the energy industry, will build a new manufacturing in Jeanerette and expand its fabrication operations at its Youngsville plant along Griffin Road, One Acadiana o
Inside the New Walk-On’s in Carencro, Opening Set For July 20th
Construction is now complete on the new Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux, located at 3520 NE Evangeline Thruway (I-49) in Carencro, with the restaurant now conducting employee training ahead of its grand opening. Finished Walk-On’s of Carencro compared to Renderings Provided Below. Inside, the restaurant is centered around a
Insomnia Cookies Still Planned for Downtown Lafayette, Louisiana
Tge planned Insomnia Cookies, coming soon to 505 Jefferson Street in Downtown Lafayette, doesn’t look much different from the outside than it did when we first reported on the project earlier this year. See initial post about insomnia coming to Lafayette: https://developinglafayette.com/wp/insomnia-cookies-coming-soon-
Woman accused of throwing knife, hitting man in neck
WELSH, La. (KPLC) - A man was life-flighted to a Lafayette hospital last night after being impaled by a knife, according to Welsh police. Two people were in an argument while one of them was breaking down a box, according to Chief Marcus Crochet. Investigators believe the man asked the woman to give him a knife, she th
Covering Your Health: Louisiana sees surge in Cyclospora cases; Lafayette & Baton Rouge lead...
LAFAYETTE, La. (NEWS 15) — Cases of a gastrointestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora have more than doubled in one week across Louisiana, with the Lafayette and Baton Rouge areas reporting the highest concentrations in the state. Louisiana health officials reported at least 55 confirmed cases statewide, inc
Lafayette Parish Is Leading the State in Cases of the “Exploding Diarrhea” Bug
Louisiana cyclospora cases jumped from 23 to 43 in a week. Lafayette and East Baton Rouge lead the state in reported infections, with 5 now hospitalized.
LEDA hosts 2nd Chance Job Fair in Lafayette to help ex-offenders find work
The Lafayette Economic Development Agency hosted a job fair aimed at helping formerly incarcerated people find work and reduce the likelihood of reoffending, as Louisiana continues to grapple with a repeat offender rate of about 30%. The event, known as the 2nd Chance Job Fair, was organized to provide a smooth transit
Cheese and Wine Tasting Platter in Saint Martin
Discover a flavorful journey with Saint Martin’s cheese and wine tasting tour. Enjoy small producer wines paired with raw milk cheeses in a fun, digital experience. A Practical Look at the Cheese and Wine Tasting Platter in Saint Martin. If you’re visiting Saint Martin and looking for an experience...

















