Former St. Landry Parish Council member representing District 13 Coby Clavier holds a plaque recognizing his service at Wednesday’s Parish Council meeting. From left, are Jerry Red, Council chairman; Vivian Olivier, Council member; Clavier; Wayne Ardoin, Council member; Jessie Bellard, parish president; and Timmy Lejeune, Council member. Clavier was elected to two terms, but resigned recently citing conflicts with his job. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
Lynn Lejeune recites the oath of office presented by District Judge Jason Meche at Wednesday’s St Landry Parish Council meeting in Opelousas. Lejeune was voted as interim Council member for District 13 to replace Coby Clavier, who resigned in July (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
The Savoy Family Band performed on the Salle de Danse stage Sunday morning, March 20, 2022, at Festivals Acadiens et Créoles in Lafayette’s Girard Park. (Photo by David Simpson)
News notes items
Dr. Janet Pope, executive director of the Louisiana School Boards Association.
South Bobcat Drive will have daily alternating lane closures from U.S. 190 to La. 91 (Maple Avenue) through Thursday for asphalt milling and paving operations. The lane closures will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting. All permit and oversize loads along with emergency vehicles will be allowed to pass but may encounter delays. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
Dr. Anthony Baltakis, president of the Eunice Library Board of Control, spoke at the Board of Aldermen meeting on Aug. 8 about the library’s new status as part of the state library system. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)