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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Lafourche Parish, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 141 stories have been published about Lafourche Parish which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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LSU · Thibodaux

Kyren Lacy’s Parents: The Family Behind the LSU Star’s Journey and Tragedy

Kyren Lacy, a standout wide receiver for LSU and a promising NFL draft prospect, tragically passed away at the age of 24 in April 2025. While his athletic achievements were widely recognized, the story of his parents, Kenny Lacy and Kandace Washington, offers a deeper understanding of the support system that shaped his life and the profound loss they now endure. Born on December 27, 2000, in Thibodaux, Louisiana, Kyren Lacy was the eldest son of…See the Story

Tennis · Thibodaux

Men's Tennis to Face UTRGV in Opening Round of Southland Tournament - University of New Orleans Athletics

THIBODAUX, La. – The New Orleans Privateers men's tennis team will play the opening round of the Southland Tournament on Thursday when they take on the UTRGV Vaqueros at the Thibodaux Regional Sports Complex. First serve is scheduled for 10 a.m.See the Story

Conservation · Lafourche Parish

Restore or Retreat wins National 2025 EcoGuardian Earth Day Award for coastal conservation efforts

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Thibodaux · Thibodaux

UPDATE: Missing teen Eden Rochester found safe

The Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office shared on April 22, 2025 at 12:50 PM that missing teen Eden Rochester has been found and is safe. Original article: Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre is asking for the public’s help in locating 16-year-old Eden Rochester of Burma Road in Thibodaux. He was last seen at his residence on Sunday morning, April 20, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m. Rochester is described as 6’0″ tall, weighing approximately 130…See the Story

Higher Education · Thibodaux

Nicholls State University's newly-renovated Colonette Dance Studio officially opens

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Tennis · Thibodaux

Women's Tennis Begins Southland Tournament Against Southeastern - University of New Orleans Athletics

THIBODAUX, La. – The New Orleans Privateers women's tennis team will play the first round of the Southland Tournament on Tuesday afternoon when they take on the 7-seed Southeastern Lions. First serve is scheduled for 2 p.m.See the Story

Thibodaux · Thibodaux

MISSING TEEN: Eden Rochester

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Port Fourchon · Port Fourchon

Greater Lafourche Port Commission, Port Fourchon turns 65 this year

Unquestionably the biggest success story in the history of Lafourche Parish can be found in Port Fourchon. So, how did Port Fourchon transform from a speck of land in southern Lafourche to hosting a valued tenant base that services nearly 100% of all deepwater offshore energy activity in the U.S. Gulf of America? Through grit and determination by Louisiana State Senator A.O. Rappelet and a multitude of dedicated commissioners, that’s how. In 196…See the Story