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Lafayette Grid Gets $4M Boost | Lafayette Louisiana News
Lafayette Utilities System just scored a massive federal grant—nearly $4 million—to supercharge its electric grid, bringing total investment to almost $8 million. This is the first time LUS has received such funding, and it’s all about building a more resilient, faster-repairing power system that keeps lights on during storms. Already planned upgrades are now accelerating: replacing aging wooden poles, modernizing overhead lines, and deploying smart tech to instantly detect outages. Critical infrastructure like hospitals and businesses will be better protected, too. It’s a smart, strategic…
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