Lifestyle
Myra Miller
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.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
How to reduce risk of home fires this season
Myra Miller
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.
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
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
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Things to know before giving pets as gifts
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Toy types to avoid when gifting young children
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Eunice High Class of 1968 reunion
Myra Miller
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.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Birth Announcements
Myra Miller
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.
Monday, December 8, 2025
Historical events from December 1925
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
From left are Keith Reed, Richard Miller, Pat Landreneau, Leelen Lavergne and Harry Reed. (Submitted photo)
St. Thomas More Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025
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
Myra Miller
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.
Wednesday, November 26, 2025