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Dr. Joseph LeDoux is planning a homecoming on Sept. 7 in Eunice to renew friendships and entertain. Photo by Edward Marritz.

Dr. Joseph LeDoux is planning a homecoming on Sept. 7 in Eunice to renew friendships and entertain. Photo by Edward Marritz.

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Son of a Eunice bull rider, now a neuroscientist, plans a homecoming

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
Dr. Joseph LeDoux is planning a party in Eunice as a chance to chat with his friends here and entertain them. A 1967 graduate of Eunice High School, LeDoux returns to Eunice often, but will hold a homecoming event at 4 p.m. Sept. 7 at Gabrielle’s.
At Wednesday’s meeting in the Eunice City Council Chamber, from let, are: Ernest Blanchard, Parish Council member; Jody White, Parish Council chairman; Jimmie Edwards, Parish Council member; Jessie Bellard, parish president; Kyle LeBouef, Eunice Police chief; Scot Fontenot Eunice mayor; Randall Reed, Eunice alderman; and Connie Thibodeaux, Eunice alderwoman. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

At Wednesday’s meeting in the Eunice City Council Chamber, from let, are: Ernest Blanchard, Parish Council member; Jody White, Parish Council chairman; Jimmie Edwards, Parish Council member; Jessie Bellard, parish president; Kyle LeBouef, Eunice Police chief; Scot Fontenot Eunice mayor; Randall Reed, Eunice alderman; and Connie Thibodeaux, Eunice alderwoman. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

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Eunice state-funded projects noted at meeting

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
A meeting called Wednesday provided an opportunity for the Eunice mayor and police chief to discuss funding approved by the Legislature and governor for projects here. In a news release, Parish President Jessie Bellard stated the the projects were being announced.

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Tri-Parish workforce drops by 479 in July

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
Tri-Parish workforce drops by 479 in July The Tri-Parish workforce dropped by 479 people or 0.7% in July compared to July 2024, according to the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The workforce totaled 68,732 in July, down from 69, 211 in July 2024.
Tony Baltakis holds up an artist’s rendition of the future Eunice Public Library. He was the guest speaker Wednesday at the Rotary Club meeting. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Tony Baltakis holds up an artist’s rendition of the future Eunice Public Library. He was the guest speaker Wednesday at the Rotary Club meeting. (Photo by Myra Miller)

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A new look planned for the Eunice Library

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
A new look to the Eunice Public Library was shown by Dr Tony Baltakis to Eunice Rotarians at their Wednesday meeting. The plan is to restore the outside of the library to its original state with a red brick exterior, he said Dr.

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St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
The following people obtained marriage license from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Wednesday, Aug. 20 Kameron David Jensen and Brandi Michelle Matt, both of Bend, Oregon. Friday, Aug. 22 Curtis Roy Haynes of Port Barre and Vaddy Marie Charles, of Opelousas.

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St. Landry Parish civil cases

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, August 29, 2025
The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Thursday, Aug. 21 Barclays Bank Delaware vs Leroy Douresseaux, open account. Joseph Eaglin vs Town of Grand Coteau, et al, writ of mandamus. In the interest of Eryn Jekai Readoux, custody transfer.
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News notes

Myra Miller
Thursday, August 28, 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. 16 with a reception at 5:30 p.m. followed by the lecture at 6 p.m. Dr.
The Eunice Players’ Theatre will present “The Savannah Sipping Society” with opening at 7 p.m. Sept. 10. The play contains adult content. It is suitable for mature audiences only, parental discretion is advised. From left are Kelly Peart Bertrand, Bonnie Pitre Kyzar, Lauren Benoit Bourgeois and Michelle Reed. (Submitted photo)

The Eunice Players’ Theatre will present “The Savannah Sipping Society” with opening at 7 p.m. Sept. 10. The play contains adult content. It is suitable for mature audiences only, parental discretion is advised. From left are Kelly Peart Bertrand, Bonnie Pitre Kyzar, Lauren Benoit Bourgeois and Michelle Reed. (Submitted photo)

‘The Savannah Sipping Society’ premiers Sept. 10 at Players’ Theatre

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Who remembers “The Golden Girls”? Well, you are in for a treat, because this show was written by one of their writers!
Clifton “T” Clause

Clifton “T” Clause

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Educator, businessman ‘T’ Clause dies at 89

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Eunice lost a renaissance man with the death of Clifton “T” Clause, 89, on Aug. 22. Clause was an educator, businessman, sportsman and family man.
St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard, right, speaks to reporters after a special Parish Council meeting Tuesday in Opelousas. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard, right, speaks to reporters after a special Parish Council meeting Tuesday in Opelousas. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

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$4.6M parish debt ordinance introduced

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
The $4.6 million loan sought by St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard was introduced at a special meeting Tuesday without discussion. Parish Council member Faltrey Jolivette became the sponsor for the ordinance expected to be on the Council’s regular Sept. 17 meeting agenda.