Current News Items
The Responsiveness Test: 40 Candidates, Six Answers
Nearly 40 Lafayette-area candidates were asked to tell voters about themselves and invited to meet with citizens. Only six provided the requested information.
New Iberia’s Economic Development Strategy — Raise Taxes
New Iberia created a taxing district around Lagniappe Village after private developers sought incentives—and now shoppers could pay the tax without ever getting a vote.
2026 Midterm Prayer Guide: August 30 – September 5
This week’s Midterm Prayer Guide looks toward Florida, Arizona, Iowa, and competitive Congressional districts across the country, with special prayers for first-time candidates and Louisiana’s own Speaker Mike Johnson.
BREAUX BRIDGE: Where the Government is Here to Help Buz
Mayor, police, prosecutors, and public resources converged in a failed attempt to remove Buz LeBlanc’s only opponent from the Breaux Bridge Chief election.
StateLens: A NewLouisiana Solution Goes National
A solution to tracking Louisiana legislation became StateLens, a platform now helping conservative groups and lawmakers work together across state lines.
2026 Midterm Prayer Guide: August 23–29
This week’s Midterm Prayer Guide takes us from Louisiana to Ohio, Virginia, Texas, and Maine, with prayers for Second Amendment supporters, Clay Higgins, Republican women, key Congressional and Senate races, Louisiana industries, and Young Republicans.
Opelousas Gave Away $100,000 and Can’t Explain Why.
Opelousas ODDD announced $100,000 in business grants. Simple questions about who got the money, where it went, and what it will fund remain unanswered.
YOUNGSVILLE: Chief Broussard Defies Council Vote
Youngsville Chief J.P. Broussard pursued CALEA accreditation despite a Council vote that told him to wait, raising questions about authority, costs, and the application itself.
LAFAYETTE PARISH: Local Fall Elections
Qualifying is over for Lafayette Parish’s fall elections. Thirty-seven local offices drew no opposition, while several major races are just getting started.
Report Card for Superintendent Cade Brumley
Louisiana has climbed from the bottom of national education rankings under Cade Brumley. Rep. Charles Owen reviews six years of reforms, results, and leadership.