A new study indicates that food insecurity is rising in Lafayette and Louisiana, even as federal data collection and assistance programs are being reduced or eliminated. The combination of increasing hunger alongside shrinking government support and resources presents a growing challenge for the region.
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The Port Barre Cracklin Festival, organized by the Port Barre Lions Club, raised over $1 million for charitable organizations supporting health care and youth programs across Louisiana. Over its 40-year history, the festival has donated millions while providing food, entertainment, and community engagement to visitors.
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Port Barre is celebrating the 40th anniversary of its annual Cracklin Festival, a beloved community tradition that began as a simple fundraising initiative and has grown into a major regional event. The festival remains an important gathering for residents and visitors to celebrate local culture and heritage.
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Six new firefighters have completed the Lafayette Fire Department's 22-week academy training program and are now joining the department. The graduates represent fresh additions to the fire department's workforce serving the Lafayette area.
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