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Basile native with Balfa roots brings back the iconic Basile Cajun Hour

A beloved Cajun tradition is once again echoing across the airwaves, thanks to the efforts of Kenneth Granger, a Basile native who has lived in the Allen Parish community of Soileau for the past 25 years.

School Board scraps 2-day meeting proposal

A proposal to hold a Committee of the Whole meeting on two days was withdrawn from the agenda at Thursday’s St. Landry Parish School Board meeting. The agenda item also included electing a chairperson for each standing committee.

Budget battle on the horizon for the parish

A budget battle over a $4.6 million line of credit sought by Parish President Jessie Bellard was in view at the Administrative-Finance Committee of the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday. Council member Harold Taylor, committee chairman, continued to question the credit line.

11th annual Fête-Dieu celebrates the Jubilee Year on Bayou Teche

Fête-Dieu du Teche 2025 will take place Friday with a 40-mile Eucharistic Procession by boat to coincide with the Great Jubilee Year celebrated in the Church around the world every 25 years. The procession will highlight the Christian’s Pilgrimage of Hope.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Wednesday, July 30 Joshua Joseph Thompson and Lakeisha Ann Martin, both of Opelousas. Thursday, July 31 Aryan William Katangur of Eunice and Keri Claire Arceneaux of Ville Platte. Carlyton St.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, July 30 Elsi Sanchez et al vs Angela M. Victorian et al, damages. Thursday, July 31 Capital One NA vs Wallace J. Matte, open account. Capital One NA vs Ambriana M. Savoy, open account. Capital One NA vs Danielle M.

Bottom watering container plants

Bottom watering house plants is a great watering technique where plants absorb water from the bottom up instead of being fed water from the top. It promotes stronger healthier roots by making them grow downward for their water source, which also helps to anchor the plant.

News notes

Charlene Richard Mass set Monday The Charlene Richard Annual Death Anniversary Mass is set for Monday at St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard. The rosary is set for 5:30 p.m. and the Mass will follow at 6 p.m. After Mass all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship.

La. 358 to close for bridge repairs

La. 358 (Brigman Highway) between Scanlan Lane and Pitreville Highway will be closed at 9 a.m. Monday to 3 p.m. Aug. 14, weather permitting. The detour route will not be posted but will consist of La. 1108, La. 95 and La. 35. The closure is necessary to allow crews to perform bridge repairs.

Charlene Richard Mass set Monday

The Charlene Richard Annual Death Anniversary Mass is set for Monday at St. Edward Catholic Church in Richard. The rosary is set for 5:30 p.m. and the Mass will follow at 6 p.m. After Mass all are invited to the church hall for refreshments and fellowship.