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NAUW Eunice Branch visits Philly

The National Association of University Women, Inc. – Eunice Branch proudly participated in an amazing 75th Diamond Anniversary National Convention in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It was truly a memorable experience filled with fellowship, learning, celebration, and inspiration.

Eunice Rotary Club guest speakers

Rotarian Dr. Kathy Tracy was this week’s guest speaker at Eunice Rotary Club. Dr. Tracy shared her recent experience traversing the U.S. for four weeks on Amtrak. She said it was quite an experience and talked about various aspects of train travel. (Pictured from left are Dr.

Marshal’s Office conceal carry class hosted by new hire

The Eunice City Marshal’s Office announced the recent addition of Deputy Marshal Eddie Thibodeaux to the team. Thibodeaux will be working part time conducting trainings for the marshal’s office, as well as other local departments.

Bobcats working through QB options

By Rhett Manuel Sports Editor Eunice High School head football coach Andre Vige has four players vying for playing time as Eunice works to name QB1 before the Aug. 28 jamboree.

Students make better choices when they are well-informed

Eunice High School is urging students and families to understand that school threats—including those made as jokes, pranks or through social media—will be taken seriously and investigated. In an Aug. 3 letter to students and families, Principal Irma D.

Unofficial qualifying results reported as of Friday morning

Eunice News Staff Report Eunice municipal and St. Landry Parish School Board races saw 197 candidates qualify for the Nov. 3 election as of 11 a.m. Friday, with more candidates expected for file before the 4:30 p.m. deadline.

Election: Qualifying kicked off Wednesday

Qualifying began Wednesday, Aug. 5, for the Nov. 3 election, and will continue through Friday under the direction of the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court.

Eunice animal shelter has come a long way; City isn’t done yet

By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor The Eunice animal shelter was once a small, flood-prone “dog pen” found at the city’s wastewater treatment facility, but Mayor Scott Fontenot, who comes from a long line of animal lovers, wanted to change that when he first took office in 2016.

Back To School Event

The Eunice Housing Authority hosted its “Fill the Bag, Fuel the Future” Back-to-School Giveaway on Aug. 1 at 331 Mills St. in Eunice. The free event was open to students in kindergarten through 12th grade, who were required to be present to receive supplies.

Pancakes and Pajamas

Children and families gathered for food, games, fellowship, gifts and back-to-school fun during the Pancakes & Pajamas Brunch Party held Sunday, Aug. 2, at the Southeast Neighborhood Center in Eunice.