Internet Speeds Vary By State
If you’re reading this you’re using the internet. It’s become an integral part of American life. The Pew Research Center reports 93% of American adults use the internet. That’s nearly double the figure from 2000.…
Lafayette Police Warn Of Scam
The Lafayette Police Department has received numerous calls about scammers calling individuals impersonating Lafayette police officers and demanding money. Potential victims say the callers get pretty aggressive. LPD officials say police officers will not call…
Like To Bet On Sports? Don’t Get Scammed
Sports betting is immenseley popular, and there are lots of ways to bet. you can bet at the track, casino, or online. It’s a multi billion dollar industry. Anytime there’s money involved, someone will try…
Funeral Services For UL “First Lady” Gail Savoie
Visiting hours and funeral service have been set for the First Lady of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Gail Heinbach Savoie. Visiting hours will be Wednesday at Delhomme Chapel of the Flowers on Wednesday,…
THIS DAY IN U.S. HISTORY: June 8th
These historical events took place on June 8th: 1789: James Madison introduces a proposed Bill of Rights in the United States House of Representatives 1861: American Civil War: Tennessee votes to secede from the Union. 1869:…
THIS DAY IN U.S. HISTORY: June 6th
These historical events took place on June 6th: 1861: Lincoln’s cabinet declares Union government will pay for expenses once states have mobilized volunteers. 1862: Battle of Memphis fought on the Mississippi River, Union forces defeat…
Lafayette Regional Airport and Executive Director Recognized at SCCAAAE Conference
Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT) and Executive Director Steven Picou, A.A.E., were recently recognized at the South Central Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives (SCCAAAE) conference in Corpus Christi, Texas. Picou received the Airport…
THIS DAY IN U.S. HISTORY: May 24th
These historical events took place on May 24th: 1738: John Wesley is converted, launching the Methodist movement; celebrated annually by Methodists as Aldersgate Day. 1755: Smuggler Louis Mandrin considered the French Robin Hood is sentenced…
Localpalooza This Weekend In Downtown Lafayette
Localpalooza is a celebration of our culture & arts. There will be live music, food trucks and more in downtown Lafayette this weekend (May 28 & 29). There will be live music in Parc International…
THIS DAY IN U.S. HISTORY: May 23rd
These historical events took place on May 23rd: 1785: Benjamin Franklin announces his invention of bifocals. 1788: South Carolina becomes 8th state to ratify United States constitution. 1845: New York City Police Department (NYPD) is…