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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)

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Story Time returns at Eunice Library

Rebecca Chaisson
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.

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First Washington Community Festival set March 19

Rebecca Chaisson
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)

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Brandon Ledet to perform at the parish Visitor Center

Rebecca Chaisson
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)

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City receives $5M grant for sewer plant

Rebecca Chaisson
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.

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

Rebecca Chaisson
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.
State Rep. Phillip DeVillier

State Rep. Phillip DeVillier

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DeVillier’s education bill ties state $$ to students

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, March 9, 2022
State Rep. Phillip DeVillier has filed a bill that would allow students to take their state money elsewhere under certain conditions.
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Myra Miller
Monday, March 7, 2022
Second Harvest plans mobile fresh food market in Eunice Second Harvest plans to have a mobile fresh food market in Eunice from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Southeast Community Center every second Tuesday of the month.
From left are new CEO/Administrator Lance Armentor, Chief Nursing Officer Laurie Manuel, and Director of Operating Danny LaHaye. (Photo Tony Marks/Ville Platte Gazette)

From left are new CEO/Administrator Lance Armentor, Chief Nursing Officer Laurie Manuel, and Director of Operating Danny LaHaye. (Photo Tony Marks/Ville Platte Gazette)

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Armentor looks to guide Savoy Medical Center to new areas

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, March 4, 2022
When people think of Savoy Medical Center, their first thoughts might not be about growth and opportunity. These were the initial thoughts of the new CEO. However, under its previous administrator, Gene Burge, the Mamou-based hospital had become sustainable and poised for growth.
The monument to Confederate soldiers is about to be removed from the St. Landry Parish Courthouse grounds. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

The monument to Confederate soldiers is about to be removed from the St. Landry Parish Courthouse grounds. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

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Confederate monument getting booted off courthouse grounds

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, March 4, 2022
A century-old Confederate monument on the St. Landry Parish Courthouse grounds is about to be removed. A Parish Council committee voted unanimously to forward the decision on removing the monument to the full Council meeting on March 16.