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An Abbeville High graduate was named the 2027 Louisiana High School Principal of the Year, earning statewide recognition for her work expanding student pathways at the W.D. & Mary Baker Smith Career Center.
The Louisiana Department of Education presented the honor to Dr. Holly Boffy, principal of the Lafayette Career Center, on Saturday during the 20th Annual Cecil J. Picard Educator Excellence Awards Gala.
The award recognizes exceptional school leaders whose vision, innovation, and commitment create meaningful opportunities for students.

Hello, my name is Clarence Fusilier, and I am running for re-election as Alderman for the Town of Erath.
When I first ran for Alderman in 2022, my plan was simple: to serve the people of Erath and be their voice. That was my commitment then, and it remains my commitment today.
It has been an honor and a privilege to serve as your Alderman. I absolutely love this city and everything it stands for. My love for Erath is what drives me to serve our community every day.

Although the state office has not confirmed any details about a space exploration company moving south of the Intracoastal Waterway, Sen. Bob Hensgens said parish leaders should start preparing for possible changes.
Sen. Hensgens told Abbeville Rotarians and guests at a weekly meeting that SpaceX or Blue Origin might build a large facility south of Pecan Island, near the Gulf of Mexico.
“We need to start thinking now about how to maximize the possibilities and minimize disruptions,” Hensgens said.