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Birth Announcements

N’ovah Pickney
Marlicia Pickney announces the birth of her daughter, N’ovah Lynn Janae Pickney, born at Acadian Medical Center on Jan. 3 weighing 5 pounds and 6.6 ounces.
Maternal grandmother is Georgiann Pickney of Opelousas.

Concerned Citizens of Eunice presents Service Award

The Concerned Citizens of Eunice presented a special award to Mrs. Nette Harrison. Harrison was honored with a community service award for her past 50 years of volunteer service to the community.

Jury out on late snacking

Calorie-conscious individuals may wonder if eating at night or after a certain time can derail their diets and fitness regimens.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

The following obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office, Opelousas.
Wednesday Jan. 3
Rayvon Lamar Gray of Morrow and Valencia Rae Thomas of Opelousas.

December Bulb & Blossom news

In early December, the Bulb and Blossom Garden Club took part in the annual Christmas Festival at the Eunice Community Garden.

MLK Service Award recipients at St. Mathilda

John Grady Thibodeaux and Eltra Mary Jordan are this year’s recipients of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther Kings Jr. Service Award from St. Mathilda Catholic Church. They were honored during a 9:30 a.m. Mass Sunday, Jan. 7. On Friday, Jan.

Tips to stay the course with a new diet

The dawn of a new year marks a great time to turn over a new leaf. Many people begin a new year by making resolutions, and aspiring to eat healthier is annually among the most popular pledges health-conscious individuals make.

Historical events from January 1924

The month of January has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in January 1924, courtesy of Newspaper Metro.

Birth Announcements

Kaceon Griffin
Lela Dick and Anthony Griffin announce the birth of their son, Kaceon Zaire Griffin, born at Acadian Medical Center on Dec. 4 weighing 7 pounds.
Maternal grandparents are Helen Joy Wilson and Michael Johnson.

The origins of New Year’s Eve traditions

Traditions are the glue that hold many celebrations together. Individuals and families embrace many customs that serve as the script for commemorating year-end holidays.