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Myra Miller

Monday, June 20, 2022

Pickleball every Monday, Wednesday You are invited to play Pickleball every Monday and Wednesday during the month of June from 1 to 3 p.m. inside the gym at LSUE. Newcomers are welcomed. Anyone 10 years old and older can play.

Wishing for Pop Rouge on a hot day

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

People who were kids about the same time I was will testify (though memories fail about other things) that they remember clearly that Joe D’s Pop Rouge was the best red soda pop ever produced, anywhere.

Area non-profits are a little more equipped with the necessary tools to operate their programs thanks to the generosity of Schlumberger’s Sustainability Program and St. Landry-Evangeline United Way.

Laptops distributed to non-profits

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

Area non-profits are a little more equipped with the necessary tools to operate their programs thanks to the generosity of Schlumberger’s Sustainability Program and St. Landry-Evangeline United Way. Twenty laptops donated by Schlumberger and refurbished by TechnoCycle was received by St.

The monument to Confederate soldiers on the St. Landry Parish courthouse grounds may be moved within a month. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Site found for monument

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

A site off Gradnigo Island Road northwest of Opelousas has been found for the Confederate monument now on the St. Landry Parish Courthouse grounds, said Parish President Jessie Bellard. The Sons of the Confederacy determined the site and he expects the monument to be moved in the next month.

Rehearsing for “Charlotte’s Web,” from left, are Shelby Niles, Sadie Maricle, Elizabeth Duhon and Lillian Veillon. (Submitted photo)

Tickets on sale for ‘Charlotte’s Web’

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

The actors in “Charlotte’s Web” at Eunice Players’ Theatre continue with their rehearsals while the stage is being built and decorated, and costumes and props are being gathered in preparation for opening night.

Eunice City Court Judge Terry Hoychick spoke about juvenile crime at the Eunice Rotary Club meeting. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Hoychick won’t seek re-election as city judge

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

Eunice City Judge Terry Hoychick declared, “No. I’m not running again!” when he spoke at the Eunice Rotary Club’s Wednesday meeting. Hoychick took office as Eunice city judge on Jan. 1, 2015.

Dr. Zebediah Stearns recited an oath of office administered by District Judge Jason Meche at Wednesday’s St. Landry Parish Council meeting. With Stearns is wife, Christie. Seated, in the background is Nancy Carriere, Council vice chairwoman. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Dr. Stearns appointed interim parish coroner

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, June 17, 2022

Dr. Zebediah Stearns was appointed interim St. Landry Parish coroner during the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday. The Council also set an election on Nov. 8 for the coroner’s position. Coroner Russell Pavich died on Jun 10 after serving 26 years. Stearns said, “I appreciate your confidence in me.

News notes items

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Myra Miller

Thursday, June 16, 2022

Concealed carry permit class Saturday The St Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office will host a one day concealed carry permit training class on Saturday. The usual location has changed. This class will be held at 207 South 2nd, Eunice, at the Dugout Event Hall beginning at 7:30 a.m.

Corey Ledet hosts special jam session to honor the King of Zydeco. (Submitted photo)

Tribute to Clifton Chenier set for his birthday at Visitor Center

Harlan Kirgan

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

Two-time Grammy nominee Corey Ledet leads the Tribute to Clifton Chenier set for 1 to 3 p.m. June 25 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, in Opelousas. The tribute is part of the Zydeco Capital Jam, monthly jam sessions open to players of all skill levels.

School budget decline forecast

Harlan Kirgan

Wednesday, June 15, 2022

The St. Landry Parish School Board budget usually is projected at break-even or even a surplus in recent years, but the finance director expects a small loss this year and more than $1 million next year.