Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of October.
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🏛️ Government
The Corps of Engineers will remove hundreds of obstructions from the Vermilion River near the Milton Bridge on Friday to improve drainage, navigation + safety but will not dredge the waterway.
The cleanup’s first phase will finish by March 31, after which officials will review if spot dredging is needed.
Former Vermilion Sheriff Ray Lemaire, who retired in 2004 after a 20-year service, died and will be honored with funeral services at 10:00 a.m. Friday, Oct.
23 at Vincent Funeral Home in Abbeville (interment will follow at St. Paul Cemetery) as announced by current Sheriff Eddie Langlinais.
🏥 Health
Lafayette Fire Department secured a $177,954.54 FEMA grant — with a $17,795.46 local match — to invest $195,750 in expanding cancer screening for eligible firefighters and retirees.
The funding meets state law requirements and will boost early detection access pending city council approval tonight.
🏈 Sports
Lafayette-area high school football power rankings saw a shake-up ahead of Thursday and Friday games with St. Thomas More taking the top spot after a 35-14 win over Barbe; the list features 10 teams and reflects changes following Week 7 play.
The Louisiana Ragin’ Cajuns women’s basketball team was picked 13th in the Sun Belt preseason poll as it prepares for its upcoming season.
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