Nearby Communities
State Edition
National Edition
š± Want candidatesā answers on your issues? Send your Broussard election questions
Good morning Broussard! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- Want candidatesā answers on your issues? Send your Broussard election questions
- See how Broussardās revamped fire station could speed up emergency response
- Crash near Broussard parade route leaves grandmother critical, fundraiser launched.
Also on today's calendar: Weekly Live Trivia Nights at Loft 18 - Broussard.
Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 85 and low of 67 degrees.
- Saturday: Cloudy, temps: high: 82, low: 53.
- Sunday: Windy and not as warm, with a high of 74 and low of 51 degrees.
š° News we're reading
ā¢ Residents Invited To Submit Questions For 2026 Broussard And Youngsville Candidate Questionnaires (bylocalnews.com) ā Broussard residents can help shape 2026 local election coverage by emailing questions for mayor, police chief, and city council candidate questionnaires by June 1. The nonpartisan effort will send all qualifying candidates the same questions ahead of the November 3 city elections in Broussard and neighboring Youngsville. 
Ā Ā Ā 
ā¢ Broussard opens newly remodeled fire station (kadn.com) ā Broussardās Fire Station No. 3 is now fully remodeled and staffed 24/7, aiming to cut response times for one of Lafayette Parishās fastest-growing areas. With new bedrooms, baths, and improved living space, firefighters can stay on-site around the clock, boosting comfort and safety for Broussard residents. Ā Ā Ā
ā¢ GoFundMe launched to help grandmother critically injured in crash at Laotian New Year Festival (kadn.com) ā A serious crash at the Lao New Year parade in Iberia Parish happened near Savannakhet Street and Melancon Road, between Broussard and New Iberia, injuring nearly 20 people. One victim, grandmother Tee Soundara, remains in critical condition after multiple surgeries, and a GoFundMe has been launched to help cover her medical expenses while the accused drunk driver faces multiple charges. Ā Ā Ā
šø Around Broussard
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
š
Upcoming Events in
Broussard
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
ā Featured events ā
-
Cinco De Mayo Cookie Class
The Cookie Door, 730 Albertson Pkwy STE- E, Broussard
3:30 pm
Saturday May 2
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
-
Weekly Live Trivia Nights at Loft 18 - Broussard
Loft18 Broussard , 405 Albertson Pkwy , Broussard
7:30 pm -
Mother's Day Brunch & Bubbly at Dream Castle
Dream Castle Event Venue , 1036 Baker Hughes Rd , Broussard
11:00 am
Wednesday May 6
Sunday May 10
š£ Broussard Shout Outs!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
š Events Nearby
-
Chuck Stoudt Basketball Tournament Set Up
Youngsville Sports Complex , 801 Savoy Rd , Youngsville
1:00 pm -
Stoudt Basketball Tournament
Youngsville Sports Complex , 801 Savoy Rd , Youngsville -
14th Annual Youngsville Chamber Banquet
Youngsville Sports Complex , 801 Savoy Rd , Youngsville -
Northshore Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast
Coquille Parks and Recreation , 13505 LA-1085 , Covington
9:00 am -
2D Volleyball Tournament
Youngsville Sports Complex , 801 Savoy Rd , Youngsville -
New Orleans, Louisiana Social Event for Christians
Joe W. Brown Park , 5601 Read Blvd , New Orleans
5:00 pm -
Senior Day in the Park
Richard Fleming Park , 7919 W Lakeshore Dr , Shreveport
9:00 am -
2026 LHSAA Baseball Tournament-Class B-Semifinals-
McMurry Park - Sulphur Parks and Recreation , 300 S Hazel St , Sulphur
11:00 am -
2026 LHSAA Baseball Tournament-Class B-Finals-
McMurry Park - Sulphur Parks and Recreation , 300 S Hazel St , Sulphur
11:00 am
Friday April 17
Saturday April 18
Tuesday April 21
Saturday April 25
Thursday April 30
Friday May 8
Tuesday May 12
Wednesday May 13
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
š¬ Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- NOV, Inc. National Oilwell Varco posted a job opening for Service Technician in Broussard. Apply here.
- Pizza Hut, Inc. posted a job opening for Shift Lead in Youngsville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Broussard here.
š Nearby News
Youngsville
- Duson home erupted in flames and collapsed (klfy.com)
- New Iberia child's death brings renewed focus to pool safety (katc.com)
Lafayette
- Lafayette fire station to close for roof repair, expected to last six months (klfy.com)
- Acadiana Eats: The Flats (klfy.com)
- What closed party primaries mean for Lafayette voters (thecurrentla.com)
Ok Broussard! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
š Help make Patch AM better
- Help us grow by suggesting local news sources.
- Shape this newsletter with your feedback.
- List items for sale or services offered
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you whatās happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.