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Veterans Luncheon sponsors requested

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, September 26, 2025
OPELOUSAS — The St. Landry Parish Veterans Memorial Committee announces that sponsorships and tickets are on sale for the Annual Hats Off to Veterans Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 11 at the Yambilee Building in Opelousas.
Louisiana House Speaker Phillip DeVillier, of Eunice, and State Rep. Dustin Miller, of Opelousas, help launch the LSUE series “Let’s Talk” on Thursday. (Submitted photo)

Louisiana House Speaker Phillip DeVillier, of Eunice, and State Rep. Dustin Miller, of Opelousas, help launch the LSUE series “Let’s Talk” on Thursday. (Submitted photo)

LSUE launches ‘Let’s Talk’ with DeVillier, Miller

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, September 26, 2025
LSU Eunice officially launched its new conversation series, “Let’s Talk,” on Thursday with a program designed to foster dialogue and reflection on timely issues. The inaugural event, held in the South Commons Area of the Dr.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, September 26, 2025
The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Thursday, Sept. 18 Clay Jerrod Schoell of Broussard and Charity Shirline Bennett of Cypress, Texas. Earl Joseph and Joan Demetrius Dorn, both New Orleans. Friday, Sept.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, September 26, 2025
The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, Sept. 17 TD Bank USA NA vs Melisa A. Bergeron, open account. Kate Thibodeaux vs Ethan Hobbs, protective order. Succession of Marie Dalfrey Lalonde. Succession of Chester Joseph Meche. Thursday, Sept.
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News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller
Thursday, September 25, 2025
Adult Educational Cultural Lecture series at library The Louisiana Endowment for Humanities will present Adult Educational Cultural Lecture Series at the Eunice Public Library. On Sept. 30, Jerry DeVillier will speak on The Harmonica and Cajun Music at 6 p.m. A reception will be held at 5:30 p.m.

Seat Check Saturday set statewide for this Saturday

Myra Miller
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers who drive with children in their vehicles can get their child safety seats checked for proper installation for free this Saturday morning at nine locations across the state, the Louisiana Highway Safety Commission announced.
Keep Eunice Beautiful, the Jean Lafitte Prairie Acadian Cultural Center and the Eunice Library hosted a downtown litter walk for National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 20. More than 42 volunteers picked up 31 bags of trash. (Submitted photo)

Keep Eunice Beautiful, the Jean Lafitte Prairie Acadian Cultural Center and the Eunice Library hosted a downtown litter walk for National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 20. More than 42 volunteers picked up 31 bags of trash. (Submitted photo)

Downtown litter walk hosted on Sept. 20

Myra Miller
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Keep Eunice Beautiful, the Jean Lafitte Prairie Acadian Cultural Center and the Eunice Library hosted a downtown litter walk for National Public Lands Day on Saturday, Sept. 20. More than 40 volunteers picked up 31 bags of trash.

Acadia Parish PJ tables bonds-for-roads plan

Myra Miller
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
By: Claudette Olivier Eunice News Following a 10-minute discussion about whether or not to pursue the sale of $10 million in bonds, the Acadia Parish Police Jury unanimously tabled the motion after its CPA advised them it not to pursue the funding option in light of the its current budget deficit.

ASLH receives award

Myra Miller
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Acadia St. Landry Hospital has been voted Best Hospital in the 2025 Acadiana’s Choice Awards—its second year in a row receiving the honor (2024 and 2025). The community-driven recognition highlights ASLH’s continued focus on access, quality, and compassionate care for patients across Acadiana.
Sydni Miller, Sarah Vienne, Megan Marrero, Simone Laws and Ava Grace Brown.

Sydni Miller, Sarah Vienne, Megan Marrero, Simone Laws and Ava Grace Brown.

EHS students show their Bobcat Pride

Myra Miller
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Eunice High School students celebrate homecoming week this week. Monday, seniors dressed in togas and underclassmen dressed in different colors. Tuesday’s theme was, “Rhyme without a Reason,” and Wednesday’s theme for students was “Nickelodeon.