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DeVillier ‘frustrated’ by veto

State Rep. Phillip DeVillier said he is frustrated by Gov. John Bel Edwards’ veto of his bill intended to spur oil and gas activity. The governor vetoed his House Bill 29 on Wednesday. DeVillier said, “The bill was obviously to do what we can to put people back to work.

Johnny Ray Jordan

It is with great sadness that the family of Johnny Ray Jordan announces his passing on Wednesday, Nov. 11 at 11:18 a.m. at Ochsner Medical Center in Baton Rouge. He was 73. A celebration of life will be celebrated on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. at Frank Brothers Funeral Home in Eunice.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff Office reports arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. November 13 Kamron Dirk Soileau, 22, 100 block of James Street, Sunset. Criminal trespass, illegal carrying of weapons, bench warrant (2 counts). Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Exania Aguilar

Exania Aguilar passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the age of 30. No Services have been planned at this time. Exania is survived by her mother, Lorina Aguilar; one son, Josue Enzunza Aguilar; one daughter, Roxanne Enzunza Aguilar; one brother, Angel Arturo Aguilar.

Joseph Kyle Miller

Joseph Kyle Miller passed away on Friday, November 13, 2020 at the age of 29. No Services have been planned at this time. Joseph is survived by his mother, Trudy Stanley Miller; his companion, Krystle White; one brother, Robert Keat Miller and one sister, Kimber Lee Miller.

Eunice Police Arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. November 13 Bailey Shantelle Matte, 20, 400 block of North CC Duson, Eunice. Reckless operation of a vehicle. Katie Lou Johnson, 21, 1300 block of Faris, Eunice. Interfering with a law enforcement investigation, simple escape.

Eunice Police Radio Logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. November 12 00:02 Report of an 18 wheeler blocking the roadway at the thrift store across from Eunice High. 02:21 Caller in the 500 block of Fuselier advised that it appears that someone is outside of her home.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff Office reports arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. November 11-12 Joseph Clifton Pitre, Jr., 40, 1600 block of Caddo Street, Opelousas. Illegal carrying of weapons, felon in possession of a firearm. Arrested by Opelousas Police.

Fred Fruge

Fred Fruge passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2020 at the age of 78. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Baptist Church with Rev. Josh Johnson officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

2020 storm losses at Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corp. limited to $35M

Louisiana Citizens Property Insurance Corp. (Citizens), the state’s insurer of last resort, will take a $35 million financial hit from the 2020 hurricane season because of its reinsurance program, according to Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon.