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The old saying is “it will take an act of Congress” for something that’s difficult to get done. State Rep. Phillip DeVillier isn’t going that far, but he is asking the Legislature in the session that starts Monday to lower speed limits on La. 91 in Eunice and U.S. 190 in Basile. DeVillier said it may be first if his bill passes that speed limits are set by the Legislature. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

The old saying is “it will take an act of Congress” for something that’s difficult to get done. State Rep. Phillip DeVillier isn’t going that far, but he is asking the Legislature in the session that starts Monday to lower speed limits on La. 91 in Eunice and U.S. 190 in Basile. DeVillier said it may be first if his bill passes that speed limits are set by the Legislature. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

DeVillier’s bills include Eunice, Basile speed limits

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, March 11, 2022
Rep. Phillip DeVillier has filed a bill to lower speed limits on La. 91 (Maple Avenue) in Eunice and U.S. 190 in Basile. The Legislature’s session begins Monday. “One of the frustrations I have ...

Early voting continues Monday

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, March 11, 2022
Early voting for the March 26 election continues Monday through March 19. Three propositions placed on the ballot by the St. Landry Parish School Board — two for building programs and one for pay raises — are the highlight on the ballot. Early voting is conducted from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sales tax revenues up, but growth slows

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, March 11, 2022
The surprising fact is sales tax revenue in St. Landry Parish grew during the COVID-19 pandemic, but the report for February indicates the march of growth is slowing. The decreases were found in comparing January to February collections.
Fire fighting

Fire fighting

Acadia Parish issues burn ban

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Acadia Parish Police Jury President Chance Henry has issued a burn ban for Acadia Parish due to extremely dry conditions within the parish and surrounding areas. The proclamation prohibits all outdoor burning activities throughout the parish.
Mallory Moser, a volunteer, read a story book, “Goodnight Train,” by June Sobel, to children Wednesday morning during the library’s Story Time. Children of all ages are welcome to attend Story Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays in the upstairs children’s section at the library. The kids also enjoyed creating a craft and had a snack. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Mallory Moser, a volunteer, read a story book, “Goodnight Train,” by June Sobel, to children Wednesday morning during the library’s Story Time. Children of all ages are welcome to attend Story Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesdays in the upstairs children’s section at the library. The kids also enjoyed creating a craft and had a snack. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Story Time returns at Eunice Library

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
On Wednesday beginning at 10 a.m. was a fun time for children at the Eunice Public Library. Children enjoyed a Story Time hour of listening to a guest reader read a story book, creating a craft and they enjoyed a snack.

First Washington Community Festival set March 19

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The Washington Community Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 19, on the town lot and along Main Street in Washington. Vendors will be lined up for three city blocks up and down Main Street. Music during the day will be provided by a dis jockey until 5 p.m.
Brandon Ledet. (Submitted photo)

Brandon Ledet. (Submitted photo)

Brandon Ledet to perform at the parish Visitor Center

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Zydeco accordionist and band leader Brandon Ledet leads the Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, north of Opelousas. Since February 2019, the jam has welcomed seasoned zydeco musicians and newcomers to play in St.
Robert Johnson, the city’s recreation director, stands on the infield turf at the Recreation Complex. (Photo by Tom Dodge)

Robert Johnson, the city’s recreation director, stands on the infield turf at the Recreation Complex. (Photo by Tom Dodge)

City receives $5M grant for sewer plant

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
The City of Eunice received a $5 million grant for sewer improvements, announced Mayor Scott Fontenot at Tuesday’s Board of Aldermen meeting. Fontenot said the city has secured nearly $9 million for the project expected to cost about $12 million.

St. Landry Parish School Board tax proposals go to voters Saturday

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
Three St Landry Parish School Board tax proposals go before voters in early voting that starts Saturday. Early voting continues Monday through March 19 at the Eunice City Hall and the Registrar of Voters Office in the parish courthouse in Opelousas. Voting hours are 8:30 am. to 6 p.m.