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Lafayette, Louisiana · LafayetteA new streetscape project on West Congress Street will change how drivers navigate the busy road. Congress St. Streetscape is one of the Evangeline Corridor Initiative catalyst projects. Below is the list for the Downtown Freetown-Port Rico District. The initiative started several years ago with the restriping of Congress Street between the railroad tracks and University Avenue in downtown Lafayette, reducing lanes. According to the Community De…See the Story
Congress St. is getting a "streetscape" makeover
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Abbeville, Louisiana · AbbevilleAn Abbeville Police dispatcher is on administrative leave after her indictment. Shawna Miguez, 52, was indicted in July on one count of felony sexual battery and one count of simple battery. She's accused of touching the genitals of a co-worker in November 2023, and of committing a battery on the same co-worker, court records show. The case was investigated by the Vermilion Parish Sheriff's Office. Through a public records request, KATC Investig…See the Story
Abbeville Police dispatcher on leave after indictment
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Grand JuryA former Assistant District Attorney has been indicted in federal court, accused of conspiracy, bribery, money laundering and obstruction of justice. The grand jury alleges that Gary Haynes, 66, of Lafayette, conspired with Dusty Guidry, Leonard Franques, and others to solicit bribes and kickbacks and to accept things of value while Haynes was an Assistant District Attorney in the 15th Judicial District Attorneys Office (the D.A.s Office). Guidr…See the Story
Former ADA Gary Haynes indicted by federal grand jury
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Lafayette, Louisiana · LafayetteThe Acadiana Diversity Job Fair connects employers with a diverse applicant pool including persons with disabilities, justice involved and formerly incarcerated persons, and the general public.This job fair is aimed at connecting people who want to work with employers who need workers. Some people with disabilities may not be aware of the job opportunities out there for them, organizers say. This event is FREE and open to the public.When: Wednes…See the Story
WANTED: Willing and able workers
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Louisiana · LouisianaMayor Lee Dragna along with Chief Chad M. Adams and other city and parish officials met with FEMA regarding the assistance available to residents. They're offering this information: There are three ways to apply for assistance; online at DisasterAssistance.gov or download the FEMA App on your phone, or by calling (800)621-3362. "This is the first step in gaining assistance. You will need to register with FEMA and fill out an application. After a…See the Story
Morgan City officials share details on FEMA applications
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Lacassine · LacassineTwo men accused in a Lacassine double slaying have been sentenced. Javari Guidry and Jordan Legros both were indicted in connection with the December 2018 slayings of Walter and Darlene Gotreaux.72-year-old Walter Gotreaux and his 70-year-old wife, Darlene, were found dead inside their home on Highway 90, west of Lacassine. They were last seen on a Sunday morning when a farmhand brought them home after church. The couple was well known in their …See the Story
Two men sentenced in 2018 slaying of Lacassine couple
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Coast Guard · New OrleansNEW ORLEANS The Coast Guard awarded Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Sgt. Stephen Rhodes with the Coast Guard Silver Lifesaving Medal, Tuesday, Sept. 17.Sgt. Rhodes received the medal in recognition of his heroic actions on May 7, 2022, when he saved the lives of nine people after their vessel capsized in rough water near Grand Isle, Louisiana, according to a spokesperson for the Coast Guard.After observing the vessel capsi…See the Story
Coast Guard honors La. Dept. of Wildlife and Fisheries agent with Lifesaving Medal
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Northside · NorthsideThe much anticipated expansion of Graham Brown Memorial Park is finally becoming a reality, bringing new amenities to the Northside community. After several months of construction, the park is showing progress, so far the park has added: Four tournament-level baseball and softball fields An extended walking path/trail 3 pavilions throughout the park 5 park benches Extending the size of dog park that will also have separate sections for both sm…See the Story
Graham Brown Memorial Park expansion takes shape
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