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Donald Ceasar performs at a harmonica convention in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in August. (Submitted photo)

Donald Ceasar performs at a harmonica convention in Tulsa, Oklahoma, in August. (Submitted photo)

Duralde native leaps high on stage

Donald Ceasar, originally of Duralde, is pictured on the stage in Tulsa, Oklahoma, playing the harmonica during a Harmonica SPAH (Society Preservation Association for Harmonica) event held Aug. 13 to 17. Ceasar, 62, resides in Orangeburg, South Carolina.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

How parents can govern screen time

Technology has transformed nearly all facets of life, including education. While desks and blackboards can still be found in the classroom, technology has become more and more influential in regard to how students learn.

Fragrant low-light plants to freshen a bathroom

Humid loving, low-light, fragrant plants make a beautiful statement in a bathroom without using air freshener products which contain hidden toxic chemicals. Air fresheners are fast and easy but come with a high cost to human and pet health.
One of the beautiful traditions at St. Edmund Catholic School is the Eucharistic Procession at the beginning of each school year. Following the Mass for the new academic year, the Blessed Sacrament is brought in procession from the Church and placed in the Tabernacle of the school chapel. From left, are the Rev. John Dugas, Ayda Fuselier, Mallory Borne, Clare Fruge and Rev. Hampton Davis. (Submitted photos)

One of the beautiful traditions at St. Edmund Catholic School is the Eucharistic Procession at the beginning of each school year. Following the Mass for the new academic year, the Blessed Sacrament is brought in procession from the Church and placed in the Tabernacle of the school chapel. From left, are the Rev. John Dugas, Ayda Fuselier, Mallory Borne, Clare Fruge and Rev. Hampton Davis. (Submitted photos)

Eucharistic Procession at St. Edmund School

One of the beautiful traditions at St. Edmund Catholic School is the Eucharistic Procession at the beginning of each school year. Following the Mass for the new academic year, the Blessed Sacrament is brought in procession from the Church and placed in the Tabernacle of the school chapel.
The Eunice Players’ Theatre cast of an upcoming play “Rumors” are pictured. The play will be held each evening at 7 p.m. Sept. 14, 17, 18, 19 and 21, and an afternoon matinee at 2 p.m. Sept. 15. Seated from left are Kelly Bertrand, Jimmy Broussard, David Reed and Michelle Reed. Standing from left are Van Reed, Bonnie Kyzer, Michael Bourgeois, Lauren Bourgeois, Jeanne Eddins and Gabe Ortego.  (Submitted photo)

The Eunice Players’ Theatre cast of an upcoming play “Rumors” are pictured. The play will be held each evening at 7 p.m. Sept. 14, 17, 18, 19 and 21, and an afternoon matinee at 2 p.m. Sept. 15. Seated from left are Kelly Bertrand, Jimmy Broussard, David Reed and Michelle Reed. Standing from left are Van Reed, Bonnie Kyzer, Michael Bourgeois, Lauren Bourgeois, Jeanne Eddins and Gabe Ortego. (Submitted photo)

There are ‘Rumors’ coming to town

You are invited to a dinner party celebrating the 10th wedding anniverary of New York Deputy Mayor Charlie Brock and his wife, Myra. There’s only one twist: in true Comedy-Drama style, it’s anything but a normal dinner party.
Early morning temperatures in the low 70s last week made riding a bicycle comfortable. This  bicycle rider was on East Vine Street at about 7 a.m. Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Early morning temperatures in the low 70s last week made riding a bicycle comfortable. This bicycle rider was on East Vine Street at about 7 a.m. Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Morning rider

Early morning temperatures in the low 70s last week made riding a bicycle comfortable. This bicycle rider was on East Vine Street at about 7 a.m. Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
Three newly crowned Eunice Queens were named winners Saturday evening. From left are Teen Miss Eunice Lauren Bearb, Ms. Eunice Mary Cescalie Mouton and Miss Eunice Noble Ann Marie Hebert.

Three newly crowned Eunice Queens were named winners Saturday evening. From left are Teen Miss Eunice Lauren Bearb, Ms. Eunice Mary Cescalie Mouton and Miss Eunice Noble Ann Marie Hebert.

Miss Eunice, Teen Miss Eunice, Ms. Eunice crowned during Saturday evening pageant

Winning the title of Miss Eunice during Saturday evening’s contest is Noble Ann Marie Hebert. Hebert, 19, is a sophomore at LSUE, and the daughter of Tiffany Hebert. Wearing the new crown as Teen Miss Eunice is Lauren Bearb. Bearb, 17, is a senior at St.
The annual La. Swine Festival in Basile is set for Nov. 1, 2, 3, but prior to the festivities, a full day of pageantry takes place.

The annual La. Swine Festival in Basile is set for Nov. 1, 2, 3, but prior to the festivities, a full day of pageantry takes place.

Pageantry, Pigs come together in race for Swine Festival Queens’ crowns

The annual La. Swine Festival in Basile is set for Nov. 1, 2, 3, but prior to the festivities, a full day of pageantry takes place. This year’s Swine Fest pageants will be held Saturday, Oct. 19, at McFarlain Memorial Gym on the Basile High School campus.
Carter Hayes Arnold

Carter Hayes Arnold

Birth Announcements

Carter Arnold Kaitlyn Andrews and Colby Arnold of Eunice announce the birth of their son, Carter Hayes Arnold, born at Acadian Medical Center on Aug. 8 weighing 5 pounds and 3.4 ounces. Maternal grandmother is Joanie Andrews of Euince.
Myra Miller

Myra Miller

How volunteering benefits students

Volunteering is often seen through the lens of how volunteers help to improve their communities.