Check before you vote: Flooding changes polling locations in Avoyelles, St. Landry parishes BY KRISTIN ASKELSON | Staff writer Jun 24, 2026 Flood damage from Tropical Storm Arthur has prompted polling location changes in parts of Avoyelles and St. Landry parishes for Saturday's election, according to the ¶¶Ņõh Secretary of Sta…
Shoppers to pay extra tax after New Iberia approves development district BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 17, 2026 The New Iberia City Council unanimously approved a new Economic Development District on Tuesday over minor public opposition.
Former candidate for Lafayette city marshal announces bid for Youngsville chief of police BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 17, 2026 John Trahan Jr., a former candidate for Lafayette city marshal in 2020, has announced his bid for Youngsville chief of police in November as a No Party candidate.
Abbeville councilman-elect and businessman dies at age 58 BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 11, 2026 Abbeville-based businessman and councilman-elect Neal Richard died Wednesday at the age of 58.
See what's on the ballot for the June 27 election in Lafayette Parish BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer Jun 11, 2026 Early voting began Friday in the June 27 election to decide the U.S. Senate candidates for the Republican and Democratic parties who will face off this fall.
Shopping at this New Iberia retail center could soon cost more; residents get chance to weigh in. BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 3, 2026 The City of New Iberia will hold a public meeting June 16 to discuss the creation of a new Economic Development District to be located at the Lagniappe Village shopping center at 1102 Admiral …
Youngsville council approves new requirements for developers seeking property variances BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 2, 2026 Youngsville has introduced new guidelines for businesses seeking variances to the cityās ordinances that could increase the likelihood of requests being denied.
Former ¶¶Ņõh congressman recounts six hours in a Kyiv bunker: āItās very harrowingā BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Jun 2, 2026 Former Congressman Charles Boustanyās visit to Kyiv gave him a firsthand look at the harsh realities of the war in Ukraine.
'No on all': Here's why voters across Acadiana rejected property millages last Saturday BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 23, 2026 A massive wave of rejection swept across ¶¶Ņõh last Saturday. Proposals that would allow parishes to opt out of taxing business inventory, create new school districts and use teacher retir…
St. Landry cancels trail rides for remainder of 2026: āPublic safety must come firstā BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 20, 2026 St. Landry Parish Government on Tuesday announced the cancellation of all trail rides for the remainder of 2026 and identified several suspects accused of violent activity at a trail ride over…
Lake Charles voters reject three property tax renewals for roads, parks, first responders BY MEGAN WYATT | Staff Writer May 19, 2026 While Lake Charles voters rejected three property tax renewals during the May 16 election, Calcasieu Parish voters approved two bond measures for school improvements. Lake Charles Mayor Marsha…
+2 Weekend violence threatens tradition: āThe future of trail ridesā in jeopardy in St. Landry BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 18, 2026 Trail rides are a time-honored tradition for St. Landry Parish's African American community, but recent violence could threaten their continued existence. The trail rides areĀ considered a cele…
+2 Lafayette Parish voters reject public library property tax renewal BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer May 16, 2026 Lafayette Parish voters on Saturday rejected the renewal of a parishwide property tax that provides about 65% of the annual revenue for public libraries.
Democrat Jason Willis re-elected as mayor of St. Martinville; full city election results BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 16, 2026 Democrat incumbent Jason WillisĀ defeated three opponents in the St. Martinville mayoral election on Saturday.
Democrat Anita Levy elected as mayor of Abbeville; full city election results BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 16, 2026 Democrat Anita LevyĀ defeatedĀ No Party incumbent Roslyn WhiteĀ in the Abbeville mayoral election Saturday.
St. Landry Parish split into three districts in redistricting bill: āWeāll have no leverageā BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 14, 2026 The ¶¶Ņõh State Senate passed a redistricting bill Thursday that would split St. Landry Parish into three congressional districts.
Why thousands of Lafayette voters could face delays at the polls in Saturdayās closed primary BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer May 12, 2026 If you are one of the 47,000 Lafayette Parish residents registered no party and plan to vote in Saturdayās closed-party primary election for U.S. Senate you will face a special process before …
Early voting turnout numbers are in for Lafayette Parish. See the data. BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer May 11, 2026 Nearly 7% of registered voters in Lafayette Parish cast early ballots for the May 16 election.
āWeāre trying to silence those voicesā: Cleo Fields, in Lafayette, blasts redistricting effort BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 7, 2026 U.S. Rep. Cleo Fields spoke in Lafayette on Wednesday evening regarding Louisianās redistricting effort that if successful, will likely lead to his ouster.
+4 St. Martinville mayorās race features 4 familiar candidates as early voting starts BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 5, 2026 Elections for St. Martinville mayor and city council are scheduled for Saturday, May 16, with early voting currently underway. The mayoral election features four candidates that qualified for …
+3 Candidates for Abbeville mayor make pitches to voters as early voting begins BY JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer May 2, 2026 Abbeville residents began casting votes for the cityās next mayor on Saturday during early voting. The two candidates vying for the position are incumbent mayor Roslyn White and local nonprofi…
Hereās whatās on the ballot for the May 16 election in Acadiana BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer May 1, 2026 Voters get to decide on five statewide constitutional amendments on the May 16 ballot: a teachers' pay raise; allowing the City of St. George to form its own school district; allowing the legi…
New Iberia council rejects exemption, clearing way for police on civil service board BY JOEL THOMPSON Apr 22, 2026 The New Iberia City Council unanimously rejected a resolution that would have granted the city an exemption from police officer representation on its Municipal Fire and Police Civil Service Bo…
Lafayette mayor defends veto of $1M downtown plan; DDA pushes back on oversight concerns By STEPHEN MARCANTEL | Staff writer Updated Apr 21, 2026 Lafayette Mayor-President Monique Boulet said she vetoed a $1 million downtown redevelopment plan because it lacked legal review and granted ābroad authorityā to the Downtown Development Authority.
Lafayette School Board appoints former teacher, coach to fill spot representing Carencro BY ASHLEY WHITE | Staff writer Apr 16, 2026 The Lafayette Parish School Board voted to appoint former educator and coach Ted Davidson to serve on the board in an interim position.
Ville Platte mayor issues statement following arrest; calls charges āmeritlessā By JOEL THOMPSON | Staff writer Apr 14, 2026 The arrest of five public officials last week sent shockwaves throughout Evangeline and St. Landry parishes. The list included names like Ville Platte Mayor Ryan Williams and Mamou Police Chie…
Ryan Harris announces candidacy for Lafayette City Court judge BY CLAIRE TAYLOR | Staff writer Apr 14, 2026 Lafayette attorney and public defender Ryan Harris has announced his candidacy for Lafayette City Court judge.
Former school board member accused of shoplifting said serving was āmeaningfulā experience BY ASHLEY WHITE | Staff writer Apr 7, 2026 In a one-page resignation letter, former Lafayette Parish School Board Member Chad Desormeaux said serving on the board was a āmeaningful and rewarding experience.ā