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Schedule for monthly Dumpsite

Schedule for monthly Dumpsite

Monthly dumpster returns to Eunice today

St. Landry Parish Government News Brief Eunice/Prairie Ronde/Lawtell Area Monthly Dumpsite Scheduled for This Thursday The St.
Suspect vehicle leaving Valero.  (Photo by Rebecca Chaisson)

Suspect vehicle leaving Valero. (Photo by Rebecca Chaisson)

Carjacking next door to Eunice News under investigation

The Eunice News heard at least one shot fired at or near the Valero gas station next door the newspaper at 8:22 a.m. Wednesday morning, and witnessed a vehicle speeding away from the scene, with cops in pursuit only seconds behind the fleeing vehicle.
Word Ministries hosted Cars and Coffee last weekend, opening its church to serve coffee and air conditioning, as well as its parking lot to serve up some of the coolest cars in the area. Over 70 vehicles were parked for a gathering of car enthusiasts. Eddie Stears, an organizer of the event, said their organization pops up in different spots through the year, not as a car show, but as a morning of fellowship and free refreshments. There are no entry fees to participate, and all makes, all models and all yea

Word Ministries hosted Cars and Coffee last weekend, opening its church to serve coffee and air conditioning, as well as its parking lot to serve up some of the coolest cars in the area. Over 70 vehicles were parked for a gathering of car enthusiasts. Eddie Stears, an organizer of the event, said their organization pops up in different spots through the year, not as a car show, but as a morning of fellowship and free refreshments. There are no entry fees to participate, and all makes, all models and all yea

Cars and Coffee

Word Ministries hosted Cars and Coffee last weekend, opening its church to serve coffee and air conditioning, as well as its parking lot to serve up some of the coolest cars in the area. Over 70 vehicles were parked for a gathering of car enthusiasts.
Families looking for a chance to unplug, spend time together and enjoy the outdoors will have an opportunity to do just that on Saturday, June 6. Dads & Kids of Acadiana is hosting its annual “Reeling in Memories” Family Fishing Event at Eunice City Lake from 8 a.m. until noon. The free event will feature fishing contests, casting competitions, free food and drinks, and activities designed to bring children and their families together in a positive environment.

Families looking for a chance to unplug, spend time together and enjoy the outdoors will have an opportunity to do just that on Saturday, June 6. Dads & Kids of Acadiana is hosting its annual “Reeling in Memories” Family Fishing Event at Eunice City Lake from 8 a.m. until noon. The free event will feature fishing contests, casting competitions, free food and drinks, and activities designed to bring children and their families together in a positive environment.

Reeling in Memories: Free fishing event casts off at Eunice City Lake

By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor Families looking for a chance to unplug, spend time together and enjoy the outdoors will have an opportunity to do just that on Saturday, June 6. Dads & Kids of Acadiana is hosting its annual “Reeling in Memories” Family Fishing Event at Eunice City Lake from 8 a.
Investigators are asking for the public's assistance in solving a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man found inside a pickup truck on Vivian Avenue on Sunday.

Investigators are asking for the public's assistance in solving a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man found inside a pickup truck on Vivian Avenue on Sunday.

Crime Stoppers seeks public’s help in solving Vivian Avenue homicide

Investigators are asking for the public's assistance in solving a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a man found inside a pickup truck on Vivian Avenue on Sunday. According to detectives featured in this week's St.
The market is scheduled to set up at Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE) on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., or while supplies last.  The mobile market is designed to serve neighborhoods with limited access to healthy food options. It brings a full selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, proteins, and pantry staples directly into the community.

The market is scheduled to set up at Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE) on Friday, June 12, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., or while supplies last. The mobile market is designed to serve neighborhoods with limited access to healthy food options. It brings a full selection of fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, proteins, and pantry staples directly into the community.

Mobile Market brings fresh, affordable groceries to Eunice

Second Harvest Food Bank’s popular Makin’ Groceries Mobile Market will roll into Eunice next week, offering residents convenient access to fresh produce, dairy, proteins, and pantry staples at below-retail prices.
South Second Street Farmer's Market

South Second Street Farmer's Market

Farmers' Market Finder

By Rebecca Chaisson - Managing Editor This weekend, all three Farmers Markets in the City of Eunice hit the streets at the same time, offering home grown goods and homemade goodies to their customers.
Cody Fontenot

Cody Fontenot

Man facing felony drug charges

A Eunice man with a prior drug conviction was arrested again last week on multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.
Recognizing Excellence in Schools

Recognizing Excellence in Schools

Eunice High recognized for excellence

The Jostens Renaissance School of Distinction awarded 182 Schools of Distinction for the 2026 school year throughout the nation, and Eunice High School was selected as a Silver School.