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After 41 years at the same location in Abbeville, the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce is considering moving to a new location.
The city of Abbeville and the Chamber of Commerce are in the early stages of discussions about the possibility of relocating the Chamber’s office from its current location on the La. 14 Bypass in front of the SunBelt Lodge Motel to the downtown Abbeville’s Tourism Center and Cultural Alliance Building (the old library).

There is a lengthy history with the Louisiana National Guard in Abbeville.
Plans are in place to ensure there is a bright future, too.
While still in the early stages, the National Guard will construct a new Defense Readiness Center in the city. This facility, designed to enhance the Guard’s operational readiness and response capabilities, will be located on city property near the Chris Crusta Memorial Airport. Officials with the National Guard signed a lease in February 2023.

The Abbeville Police Department and Vermilion Parish Sheriff’s Office are investigating a homicide that occurred on Monday, July 8, at approximately 9:51 p.m.
Officers arrested Carlton Hills, 57, of 1401 Isreal Parker Dr. in Abbeville. He will be charged with 2nd Degree Murder, Obstruction of Justice, and other charges are expected. Abbeville Police also arrested Laticia Lewis, 41, of 1401 Isreal Parker Dr. in Abbeville. She is being charged with Principal to 2nd Degree Murder.