The following are from the June 2007 files of The Eunice News.
Staff Sgt. John Middlebrooks of Eunice was one of two Louisiana National Guard soldiers deployed to Afghanistan. A news release announced that Middlebrooks and Sgt. 1st Class Kermit Manuel of Jennings has re-enlisted. Each would receive a $15,000 bonus.
Josie Aguillard received the Good Citizen Award at the Iota Junior High awards program. The Daughters of the American Revolution award was presented by Charlene Guidry Lacombe, Acadia chapter regent.
Stefan Frey and Wesley Richard were named to the All-Acadia team. Frey, who played for Eunice High, was named to the first team as pitcher. Richard, a St. Edmund High player, was named to the second team as a utility player.
LSUE outfielder Kade Keowen was named to the NJCAA 2007 All-American team.