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Getting ready for graduation is Patrick Nickolas Dupre

Getting ready for graduation is Patrick Nickolas Dupre

Eunice Schools Set to Celebrate Class of 2026

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Rebecca Chaisson Eunice News Editor Local high schools and LSU Eunice are preparing to honor the Class of 2026 with commencement ceremonies this week, marking the end of an academic journey for hundreds of area students.
The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly. Stelly said his prediction five days before the May 16 parishwide election day is based on completed early voting and main-in ballot totals that have been processed through his office.

The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly. Stelly said his prediction five days before the May 16 parishwide election day is based on completed early voting and main-in ballot totals that have been processed through his office.

Early Voting Shows Possible Low Turnout

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Bobby Ardoin Eunice News Correspondent The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly.
Posing in front of the Food Drive collection box at Walmart are, at left, Donna Baltakis, director of Keep Eunice Beautiful, sponsor of the drive; at third from left, KEB board member Fran Guillory; and, at right, Katie Richard, founder of Belly Buddies. They are pictured with Walmart associates Amanda Aymond, Rebecca Bordelon, and Courtney West. (Photo by David Simpson)

Posing in front of the Food Drive collection box at Walmart are, at left, Donna Baltakis, director of Keep Eunice Beautiful, sponsor of the drive; at third from left, KEB board member Fran Guillory; and, at right, Katie Richard, founder of Belly Buddies. They are pictured with Walmart associates Amanda Aymond, Rebecca Bordelon, and Courtney West. (Photo by David Simpson)

Citywide Food Drive underway for Good Neighbor Day

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Rebecca Chaisson Eunice News Editor Local residents are invited to participate in a citywide food and personal care supply drive supporting the Eunice Food Bank as part of the nationwide Good Neighbor Day America 250 celebration.
Eggs in nest

Eggs in nest

Life Continues...

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor Holli LaFleur received a gift from her son this Mother’s Day, which means the world to her considering he passed away nearly five years ago. Gaige Anthony LaFleur died from a gun accident inside his home on June 21, 2021, when he was just 15 years old.
News notes items

News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Free Hunters Ed Course May 15-May 16 In Eunice On May 15 and May 16 there will be a chance to obtain yur hunting license. A free meal will be provided by Masonic Harmony Lodge in Eunice, at 211 West Park Avenue. On May 15 the course is from 6 to p.m. and on May 16 the course is from 8 a.m.
Rebecca Chaisson

Rebecca Chaisson

A feast fit for only the best Mom

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
My mother taught me a lot of things. How to cook isn’t one of those things. Mom is an excellent cook, and used to run the family business, Cajun Creations, so crawfish pies, crab meat au gratin, creole, etouffee, and bisque all come easy to her. Taco Bell comes easy to me.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office Friday, May 8, 2026 Burnell G. Zachary, 42, of Highway 347 in Arnaudville was charged with domestic abuse battery, interfering with emergency communication. Bobby Ray Norwood, 58, of Lawler Highway in Lawtell was charged with domestic abuse battery.
Police Arrests

Police Arrests

Police Report

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
The following are arrests by the Eunice Police Department and St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. City Police Friday, May 8, 2026 Jacob Jack, 33, of 4th St., in Mamou, was charged with theft. Rusty Jack, 36, of Veterans Hwy.
Rita Lewis Manuel

Rita Lewis Manuel

Rita Lewis Manuel

Myra Miller
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
EUNICE–It is with heavy hearts that the family of Rita Lewis Manuel announces her passing on Monday, May 11, 2026, at her home in Eunice surrounded by her loving family at the age of 100. A Mass of Christian of Burial will be held at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice at 3 p.m.
Diana Marie Vallery Guillory

Diana Marie Vallery Guillory

Diana Marie Vallery Guillory

Myra Miller
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
Diana Marie Vallery Guillory, born on July 3, 1957, passed away on May 11, 2026. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. at St. Lawrence Catholic Church with Father Eric Groner Celebrant. Burial will follow in Frey Cemetery.