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Lafayette, Louisiana Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Lafayette! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How will UL Lafayette’s new payroll plan affect August paychecks?
  • What does UL Lafayette’s partial state bailout really mean for campus?
  • Looking for part-time office work in Lafayette’s Methodist district office?

Today's riddle: Tony requested we not pronounce his name backwards, why? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Humid with heavy t-storms, with a high of 87 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Monday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 86, low: 74.
  • Tuesday: Humid with periods of sun, with a high of 89 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. UL at Lafayette releases update on proposed payroll transition (katc.com) — UL Lafayette leaders are revising a planned payroll transition so every employee still receives two paychecks in August while moving to a biweekly schedule. The change, which initially risked a gap in pay for professors and staff, will be discussed further at a campus town hall next week. Faculty and staff in Lafayette are urged to watch for updated details.
   

2. UL gets partial bail-out in state spending bills (thecurrentla.com) — State lawmakers have earmarked $9 million in one-time funding to help UL Lafayette address a significant budget shortfall, though it still leaves a $12 million gap and awaits the governor’s signature. Overall, the university stands to receive $288 million, including money to advance projects like the Health Science Campus and a new nursing simulation center. These decisions will shape resources and facilities for Lafayette students and residents.
   

3. Job Opening: Part-Time Southwest District Administrative Assistant (umc.org) — A new part-time Southwest District Administrative Assistant position with the Louisiana Conference of The United Methodist Church is based in Lafayette and requires in-office work three days a week. The role supports the district superintendent with clerical, financial, and conference-related tasks, and applicants need at least three years of relevant experience. Interested Lafayette-area residents can apply online before the July 5, 2026 deadline.
   

4. Sister of Lafayette woman missing for 5 years speaks after fugitive captured (klfy.com) — Lafayette readers following the five-year search for Skye Angers now have a major update: the man convicted of disposing of her body has turned himself in and is back in Lafayette Parish jail. Her family hopes his capture will finally bring answers, while prosecutors still seek more evidence and urge anyone with information to contact Lafayette authorities.
   

5. Kent Gable balances family, faith while building Westminster football (katc.com) — In Lafayette, Westminster Christian Academy head coach Kent Gable is shaping the school’s football program while keeping his family and faith at the center of his work. Now in his third season, he’s coaching alongside his wife, son, and daughter, emphasizing leadership and personal growth for local student-athletes as much as wins on Friday nights.
   

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  • Please share & repost to help reunite this lost cat!
    Auggie was LOST on May 8, 2026 in Lafayette, LA 70508 near Near Tolson Rd , Verot School Rd Sharing for a neighbor. For the latest information or… (Nextdoor Acadian Oaks)
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  • Domino's Pizza, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Manager(05262) - 611 Verot School Rd in Lafayette. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lafayette here.

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Y-not?! (Thank you Terry N. for sending it in!)
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