Lifestyle

Buzz off! Deet-free DIY mosquito repellent

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, August 9, 2024
Deet free DIY mosquito repellent is a safer way to make summer outdoors more fun. There are several essential oils that work well in a spray for skin. Put 50 drops of eucalyptus essential oil in a glass spray bottle along with 2 ounces of water and 1 ounce of vodka, shake well and spray on skin.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Study tips for a strong start in school

Myra Miller
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Studying is vital to academic performance. At the dawn of a new school year, students get a fresh start to improve upon or continue strong their study habits. Teachers will be rolling out their curricula, and that may feel overwhelming.
Lilah Rose Bertrand

Lilah Rose Bertrand

Birth Announcements

Myra Miller
Friday, August 2, 2024
Kamari Stevens Rylie Brown and Deondre Stevens of Eunice announce the birth of their son, Kamari Hassen Stevens, born at Acadian Medical Center on July 10 weighing 8 pounds and 4 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Daphne Ogea of Eunice and Joshua Ogea of Eunice.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Historical events from August 1924

Myra Miller
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
The month of August has been home to many historical events over the years. Here’s a look, courtesy of Newspaper Metro, at some that helped to shape the world in August 1924. – Three people are killed and 10 others are injured when a boiler fire erupts on the French battleship Courbet on August 1.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Protect pets from the heat

Myra Miller
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Warm weather brings many changes. Warm weather can make travel more enjoyable and affords people more time to comfortably enjoy the great outdoors. The following is courtesy of Newspaper Metro. It’s best to keep safety in mind when soaking up the sun.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

Make your next family vacation more affordable

Myra Miller
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
The cost of everyday items continues to stretch many people’s budgets, even as financial experts note that inflation is cooling off. When individuals feel a pinch in their wallets, non-essentials, such as vacations, often are on the chopping block. But they may not have to be.
Newly elected president, officers and board of the Eunice Rotary Club were sworn in Wednesday. From left, are Dwight Jodon, board member; Alex Morris, board member; Nancee Sorenson, past president; Pat Dossman, board member; Ellis Daigle, president; Shirley Vige, treasurer; and Erika Fontenot, Vice President. Not pictured are Kitty Deshotel, president elect to take oath July of 2025; Elizabeth Bergeron, board member; and Van Reed, secretary. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Newly elected president, officers and board of the Eunice Rotary Club were sworn in Wednesday. From left, are Dwight Jodon, board member; Alex Morris, board member; Nancee Sorenson, past president; Pat Dossman, board member; Ellis Daigle, president; Shirley Vige, treasurer; and Erika Fontenot, Vice President. Not pictured are Kitty Deshotel, president elect to take oath July of 2025; Elizabeth Bergeron, board member; and Van Reed, secretary. (Photo by Myra Miller)

New Rotary Club president and board

Myra Miller
Thursday, July 11, 2024
The newly elected officers and board members of the Eunice Rotary Club was sworned in Wednesday. Ellis Daigle will serve as president, vice president is Erika Fontenot, Van Reed will serve as secretary, Shirley Vige will serve as treasurer.
Donna Baltakis, director of Keep Eunice Beautiful, was invited Wednesday at the library to speak to children about saving our environment, and keeping Eunice beautiful and litter-free. (Photos by Myra Miller)

Donna Baltakis, director of Keep Eunice Beautiful, was invited Wednesday at the library to speak to children about saving our environment, and keeping Eunice beautiful and litter-free. (Photos by Myra Miller)

“Save Our Planet” at the Eunice Public Library

Myra Miller
Thursday, July 11, 2024
It was trash talk at the Eunice Public Library Wednesday afternoon. The topic was “Save Our Planet” with Donna Baltakis, as a guest speaker.

Auditions set for Eunice Players’ Theatre’s play

Myra Miller
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Auditions for upcoming play “Rumors” by Neil Simon. The Eunice Players Theatre announces auditions for the hilarious comedy “Rumors” by Neil Simon, the second show of our 54th season. Audition dates are Wednesday, July 17 and Thursday, July 18 both at 6:30 p.m.
Birth announcements

Birth announcements

Birth Announcements

Myra Miller
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Lily Cheek Blair Cheek and Maggie Crosby of Elton announce the birth of their daughter, Lily Violet Cheek, born at Acadian Medical Center on June 26 weighing 6 pounds and 9 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Sharon and Arthur Crosby of Elton. Paternal grandmother is Juanita Cheek of Dallas, Texas.