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Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Tips to stay the course with a New Year’s resolution

The holiday season is steeped in tradition. Many of those traditions are rooted in celebrants’ faith, but one of the last customs people embrace each year is largely secular. The tradition of making New Year’s resolutions is older than many people may realize. According to History.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

How to reduce risk of home fires this season

Safety might not be the first thing people think of as the holiday season approaches. Faith, celebrations, decorations, and holiday dinners all come to mind when considering the holiday season. But that doesn’t mean safety should be left out of holiday planning.
The National Association of University Women Eunice Branch helped Highland Early Learning Center students as they judged a Pumpkin Coloring Contest. Judges were Betty Jordan, Carolyn Baldwin and Denise Antoine. Students received first, second and third placements. (Submitted photos)

The National Association of University Women Eunice Branch helped Highland Early Learning Center students as they judged a Pumpkin Coloring Contest. Judges were Betty Jordan, Carolyn Baldwin and Denise Antoine. Students received first, second and third placements. (Submitted photos)

NAUW Eunice Branch completes community outreach programs

As the NAUW Eunice Branch come to the end of the end of the calendar for 2025, members of the Eunice Branch of the National Association of University Women (NAUW), accessed the progress of their community programs thus far.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Things to know before giving pets as gifts

Imagine this scenario: A family is gathered around exchanging presents. There is one last gift tucked away. You hand the present to a child, and he or she opens it to find a puppy or kitten.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Toy types to avoid when gifting young children

The holiday season presents plenty of opportunities to spread cheer and bring joy into the lives of others. That’s particularly true for parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles of young children.
EHS Class of 1968 reunion held

EHS Class of 1968 reunion held

Eunice High Class of 1968 reunion

Eunice High School Class of 1968 recently celebrated its 57th class reunion. The class participated in the Eunice High homecoming parade on Thursday, Sept. 25, and the Friday evening, the class enjoyed dinner at the home of Cora and Clay Menard.
Birth announcements

Birth announcements

Birth Announcements

Cienna Smith Erinequa Lastrapes and Terran Smith of Mamou announce the birth of their daughter, Cienna Jean Smith, born at Acadian Medical Center on Nov. 18 weighing 6 pounds and 2 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Shiwana Lastrapes of Mamou and Erick Lastrapes of Mamou.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Historical events from December 1925

The month of December has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look at some that helped to shape the world in December 1925, courtesy of Newspaper Metro. – The Farmer-Labour Party is dissolved just two hours after its formation in Japan on December 1.
From left are Keith Reed, Richard Miller,  Pat Landreneau, Leelen Lavergne and Harry Reed. (Submitted photo)

From left are Keith Reed, Richard Miller, Pat Landreneau, Leelen Lavergne and Harry Reed. (Submitted photo)

St. Thomas More Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive

St. Thomas More Knights of Columbus Harry G. Reed annual Thanksgiving Food Basket drive was held from Oct. 25 until Nov. 23. The food drive was a success, and St. Thomas More Church Parish would like to thank the community’s generosity.
From left, are Dale Ward, Ginger Jernigan, Mary Ann Guillory, food director; Maxine Clause, and Sally Fruge. (Submitted photo)

From left, are Dale Ward, Ginger Jernigan, Mary Ann Guillory, food director; Maxine Clause, and Sally Fruge. (Submitted photo)

Beta Sigma Phi gives to Food Bank

The Beta Sigma Phi Sorority donated food items to the Eunice Food Bank recently. The Sorority also gave a monetary donation as well. This is one of the Sorority’s annual project, to give to the Eunice Food Bank.