November 3 Election Results and December Runoffs
The November 3 election is behind us. Here’s how selected races across Acadiana turned out, along with statewide constitutional amendment results and the runoffs ahead on December 12. Complete returns for every race and proposition are available from the Louisiana...
Manufacturing Month Connects Students with Careers Across Acadiana
Acadiana is home to one of the most robust and diverse manufacturing economies in the Gulf South, with companies serving industries including food production, aerospace, energy, defense, plastics, jewelry, industrial equipment, and advanced technology. Throughout...
SoLAcc Secures $2.38 Million Federal Grant to Expand Educational Access Across Acadiana
South Louisiana Community College (SoLAcc) is expanding its reach across Acadiana with a new $2.38 million federal grant that will bring free educational resources, personalized guidance and new opportunities to thousands of residents over the next five years. Awarded...
Jones Walker Welcomes 13 Fall Associates
NEW ORLEANS — Oct. 27, 2026 — Jones Walker LLP is pleased to announce the addition of 13 associates to the firm. The firm welcomes the following new associates: Austin Arceneaux, Litigation Kendra Wilson Bonin, Maritime Ashley Carroll, Corporate Samuel Ciaccio,...
JD Bank Announces Promotion of Fran Ortego to Office Manager
Jennings, LA – JD Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Fran Ortego to Office Manager of its Eunice Branch, located at 300 Park Ave. Ortego has been a valued member of the JD Bank team since 2016 and brings 18 years of banking experience to her new role. She...
Northway Economic Development District Advances Consideration of The Hub Redevelopment Project
Board action marks significant milestone in revitalization of former Northgate Mall and renewed economic opportunity in North Lafayette. LAFAYETTE, LA— The Northway Economic Development District (EDD) Board is advancing consideration of potential public...
SoLAcc Launches First-of-Its-Kind Electrical Apprenticeship, Calls on Employers to Join
South Louisiana Community College is teaming up with local employers to build Acadiana’s next generation of electricians through a new Registered Electrical Apprenticeship at its New Iberia Campus. The four-year program combines classroom instruction through SoLAcc...
SoLAcc Awards over $186,000 in Scholarships to Students for Fall 2026
South Louisiana Community College (SoLAcc) celebrated its Fall 2026 scholarship recipients and the donors who support their success during a reception held Tuesday, Oct. 6, at the Downtown Convention Center in Lafayette. This fall, the Foundation for SoLAcc awarded...
Liskow Expands Maritime Practice, Adds Fisheries Capabilities and Team in New England
NEW ORLEANS – October 1, 2026 – Liskow today announced the expansion of the firm and its maritime practice with the addition of three attorneys: Samuel P. Blatchley, Patrick J. O'Connor, and Michael J. Pluhowski. The addition brings an established fisheries litigation...
The Center for Children & Families Launches Annual Christmas Project, Inviting Communities to Give Hope to Local Children and Teens
CROWLEY, La. – The holiday season is officially underway at The Center for Children & Families, and the community is invited to help make Christmas a little brighter for local children and teens through The Center’s annual Christmas Project. For more than 20...
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