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Cleco reports on power outage Tuesday evening

Cleco reports on power outage Tuesday evening

Cause of power outage in Eunice, animal interference

Myra Miller
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
A Media Contact representative from Cleco reported about the power outage in Eunice Tuesday evening, "On Tuesday, July 1, there was an outage in Eunice that impacted 161 customers. The cause was animal interference. The crew worked quickly and safely to restore power. The outage began at 5:53 p.
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Myra Miller
Monday, June 30, 2025
LSUE Office of Veterans Affairs to hold Vet Fest July 1 The LSUE Office of Veteran Affairs will have a VetFest from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. July 1 at the Dr. Anthony Mumphrey Center on LSUE campus.
Tony Baltakis, right, president of the Eunice Library Board of Control, beings a meeting to organize a Eunice Friends of the Library on Thursday. The group is formed to become a fundraising arm of the library. The meeting also included electing officers. They are, in the photo at right, and from left, April DeRouen, vice president; Kyle Huval, president; Patina Mitchell, treasurer; and Roxanne Jordan, secretary. Top photo by Harlan Kirgan and photo at right by David Simpson.

Tony Baltakis, right, president of the Eunice Library Board of Control, beings a meeting to organize a Eunice Friends of the Library on Thursday. The group is formed to become a fundraising arm of the library. The meeting also included electing officers. They are, in the photo at right, and from left, April DeRouen, vice president; Kyle Huval, president; Patina Mitchell, treasurer; and Roxanne Jordan, secretary. Top photo by Harlan Kirgan and photo at right by David Simpson.

Eunice Friends of the Library

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
Tony Baltakis, right, president of the Eunice Library Board of Control, beings a meeting to organize a Eunice Friends of the Library on Thursday. The group is formed to become a fundraising arm of the library. The meeting also included electing officers.
Eunice Rotary Club speakers Wednesday, and guest of Elizabeth Bergeron a Rotorian, were Angela Fontenot, director of marketing at Savoy Cancer Center, Dr. Paul Zhang and Connie Brignac, RN, Oncology manager. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Eunice Rotary Club speakers Wednesday, and guest of Elizabeth Bergeron a Rotorian, were Angela Fontenot, director of marketing at Savoy Cancer Center, Dr. Paul Zhang and Connie Brignac, RN, Oncology manager. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Savoy Cancer Center touts its local treatment

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
Guest speakers from Savoy Cancer Center in Mamou touted the benefits of their close-to-home cancer treatment. The Rotary Club welcomed guest speakers Dr. Paul Zhang, M.D., of medical oncology and hematology, Angela Fontenot, director of marketing and SIPS Foundation; and Connie Brignac, R.N.

FEMA changes said to be coming

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
By Harlan Kirgan Editor Disaster-prone states like Louisiana have a love-hate relationship with FEMA. When a hurricane strikes leaving a trail of destruction, the financial assistance provided through the Federal Emergency Management Agency is welcome.
Sam Fulton, right, vice president of governmental affairs for Allegiance Health Management, and David ngram, CEO of Acadian Medical Center, attended a St. Landry Parish Council meeting on Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Sam Fulton, right, vice president of governmental affairs for Allegiance Health Management, and David ngram, CEO of Acadian Medical Center, attended a St. Landry Parish Council meeting on Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Parish ordinance aims to help Eunice hospital (Download list of hospitals)

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
The St. Landry Parish Council in a special meeting amended an ordinance that allows Acadian Medical Center to participate in a program that enhances Medicaid payments. St.
xVieille Maniere musicians, from left, Josh Elkins and Kevin Hilbun perform at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center’s Rendezvous in the Prairie on Thursday. The program on the center’s front porch stage is an hour of performance and information about the music. The free programs are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and continue in July. The center is located t 250 W. Park Ave., Eunice. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

xVieille Maniere musicians, from left, Josh Elkins and Kevin Hilbun perform at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center’s Rendezvous in the Prairie on Thursday. The program on the center’s front porch stage is an hour of performance and information about the music. The free programs are held from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. and continue in July. The center is located t 250 W. Park Ave., Eunice. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

Rendezvous in the Prairie

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
Vieille Maniere musicians, from left, Josh Elkins and Kevin Hilbun perform at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center’s Rendezvous in the Prairie on Thursday. The program on the center’s front porch stage is an hour of performance and information about the music.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Thursday, June 19 Kane Thomas Armand of Opelousas and Emily’s Michelle Bergeron, of Ville Platte. Monday, June 23 Dion Blane Lanclos and Angela Marie Aguillard, both of Opelousas.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, June 27, 2025
The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, June 18 William G. Reed vs Charles Fontenot, et al, damages. Thursday, June 19 James W. Bellard vs Lowe’s Home. Centers LLC et al, damages. Friday, June 20 Eric Martin vs. Heather Lynn Hernandez, divorce.

Capsule gardening is where less is more

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Friday, June 27, 2025
From Bulb and Blossom Garden Club A capsule garden, just like a curated wardrobe, is all about a few essential high-end choices. It is about downsizing and getting back to basics; choosing a few essential and timeless items to create a beautiful yet flexible garden.