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Gov. Edwards eases some COVID-19 restrictions, keeps mask mandate

Some restrictions aimed at slowing the spread of COVID-19 in Louisiana, including strict occupancy restrictions for bars and restaurants, will be eased this week following sustained improvements in COVID-19 hospitalizations and vaccinations, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced Tuesday.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff Office reports arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. March 31 Gregory Lewis Maynard, II, 33, 1200 block of Cherokee Drive, Opelousas. Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. Kathy Lynn Verrett, 38, 100 block of Veterans Drive, Carencro.

James "Gary" Thibodeaux

James “Gary” Thibodeaux passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the age of 60. No Services have been planned at this time. “Gary” is survived by his wife, Christena Rougeau Thibodeaux; one son, Johnathon K.

Eunice Police Arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. March 28 John Ortego, 38, 200 block of Wayne Road, Eunice. Probation violation, hold. March 30 Joseph Lemelle, 55, 500 block of East Oak, Eunice.

Eunice Police Radio Logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. March 30 01:00 Suspicious vehicle reported at New Hope Fellowship. 01:32 Caller in the 600 block of West Vine advised that is neighbor is stealing from him. 09:28 Lobby complaint in reference to an insufficient check.

Annette Duplechin

EUNICE-It is with the heaviest hearts that the family of Annette Duplechin announces her passing on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at the age of 56. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 1, 2021 at St. Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice with Father Sal Istre, Celebrant.

James "Jim" Dodd

James “Jim” Dodd passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the age of 70. A Memorial Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, April 7, 2021 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church with Father Clinton Sensat officiant. Enurnment will follow in St. Thomas More Cemetery.

OGH Health System Foundation receives grant to combat smoking

Opelousas General Health System Foundation (OGHSF) is the recipient of a grant from Southwest Louisiana Area Health Education Center (SWLAHEC) to encourage quitting tobacco and address other community needs in an effort to improve the overall health of St. Landry Parish residents.

St. Landry Parish principal is among semi-finalists for principal award

Kellie Rabalais, principal of Palmetto Elementary in St. Landry Parish, is among the Louisiana Department of Education today announced the 2022 Teacher and Principal of the Year Semifinalists. The 48 semifinalists are elementary, middle and high school educators from school systems across the state.

Leola Hager Smith

Leola Hager Smith passed away on Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at the age of 89. A Funeral Service will be held at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Reverend Travis Turner officiating.