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New clubs formed at Highland Elementary

Highland Elementary students joined the newly formed Photo and Journalism Club. In front, from left, are Anthony Hebert, Aidan Cormier, Xavier Easter, Kenslei Hill and Samyriah White. Middle row, from left, are Adalyn Thomas, Mason Jackson, Kyle Joseph and Adaya Batiste.

Eunice Fire Department receives new banner

The Eunice Fire Department received a new banner provided for by Kendall Fontenot State Farm Insurance. The banner will be used during Fire Prevention Week at school demonstrations, and other fire prevention activtities and events.

How well does your garden grow?

The Eunice Manor has a vegetable garden and sunflowers growing thanks to their resident John LeJeune. LeJeune, 86, a resident at Eunice Manor since two years ago, decided to plant, grow, cultivate and water a garden. The garden was planted as he said, “It was during Mardi Gras, I planned it.

Birth Announcements

Isaiah Seraille Jamal and Mirah Seraille of Ville Platte announce the birth of their son, Isaiah Ahmad Seraille, born at Acadian Medical Center on Aug. 20 weighing 6 pounds and 2.4 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Jerry Ardoin of Ville Platte and Shelia Davis of Oberlin.

AgCenter researcher studies use for pecan shells in Poland

By Johnny Morgan, jmorgan@agcenter.lsu.edu BATON ROUGE — Developing a way to protect pecans and to keep them safe for consumption is the goal of an LSU student who just returned from Poland.

Highland parents meet for open house

Parents of Highland Elementary students met inside the school’s cafeteria during Meet & Greet evening held Aug. 6. Parents as well as students had the opportunity to meet their principal and their teacher during the event. Principal at Highland is Lorie LeDoux. (Submitted photo)

VFW’s Buddy Poppy places at Nationals

The Buddy Poppy is, without question, one of the most recognized symbols around the world. To VFW members it symbolizes the commemoration of our war dead and our service to living veterans. For decades VFW members have distributed the beloved buddy poppy to millions of Americans every year.

A Cooking Club at Highland Elementary

This year at Highland Elementary the school has established Club Day. Students were given an opportunity to join a club, and a variety they had to choose from.

The Cheer Club at Highland Elementary

Highland Elementary formed a new club on campus, the Cheer Club. Members are, in front, from left, Krislynn Thomas, Raven Mitchell, Deandria Soileau, Mkya Victoria, and Melanie Martin.

Working the school traffic at Eunice Jr. High

Eunice Junior High School extends a huge thank you to the Eunice Marshal’s office and Eunice Police Department for the assistance of the first day of school dismissal. From left are City Marshal Terry Darbonne, Officer Aaron Carter and Officer Cody Miller. (Submitted photos)