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ELTON — The Town of Elton is one step closer to addressing its issues with campers, run-down mobile homes and encampments after introducing two ordinances for discussion at Wednesday’s meeting.

ELTON — After council members and residents raised questions about finances, town officials here decided to delay determining if Attorney Michael Holmes would receive the boost in pay he was promised when hired in 2023. Mayor Mike Pierrotti asked the council to consider amending the legal counsel contract due to the work Holmes has put in for the town.

A local veterans group is accepting recommendations from the community for their next person of the year.

(The Center Square) — An independent audit found widespread issues within the Lafayette Consolidated government’s handling of LUS Fiber operations, including improper internal billing practices, misuse of dedicated tax funds and failure to adequately safeguard public assets and equipment.

Jeff Davis Parish Tourist Commission met recently to discuss the latest developments with tourism in the parish and efforts to grow and expand.

— Lawmakers have passed a bill this week that will overhaul and combine Louisiana’s job training and public assistance program in a 'One Door' model. It now heads to Gov. Jeff Landry’s desk.