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Sorenson named LSUE chancellor

Nancee Sorenson has been selected as the next chancellor of LSU Eunice, LSU President F. King Alexander announced. Sorenson is the president at Hillsborough Community College, Brandon Campus. “We are pleased to welcome Dr. Nancee Sorenson to LSU Eunice and the LSU leadership team,” Alexander said.

John "Johnnie" Wayne Miller

John Wayne “Johnnie” Miller passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at the age of 81. Johnnie died unexpectedly, but peacefully, surrounded by his wife, children and grandchildren. Johnnie was a loyal employee for Transco throughout his entire career.

Eunice Police dispatch radio logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. May 14 06:03 Trash fire at Bacciochi and 3rd. 06:11 Male at Elm and Viola seen on bike digging in someone’s trash can. 06:49 Vehicle burglary in the 1500 block of Hazel.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. May 14 Angela Dennis, 45, 100 block of South Aymond Street, Eunice. Bench warrant and possession of marijuana less than 14 grams or less. Lana Courville, 49, 200 block of Armide, Eunice.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. May 14 Shawn Mitchell Hebert, 24, 1000 block of North 2nd Street, Eunice. Violation of protective order. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. Elaine Myers Hadley, 54, 1000 block of Bayou Road, Port Barre.

Eunice Police dispatch radio logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. May 13 08:19 Stolen guns at Northwest Community Center. 10:59 Fraudulent check at Brownie’s. 11:13 No lights or water on at trailer in the 100 block of Armide. 11:13 Vicious dog loose in the 300 block of Pecan Grove.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. May 13 Juvenile, 15, Eunice. Simple criminal damage to property less than $1,000 and simple battery. Sharoyd J. Malveaux, 21, 800 block of South Beulah, Eunice. Probation violation.

Stanley "Stamp" Gallow

It is with great sadness that the family of Stanley “Stamp” Gallow announces his passing on Monday, May 6 at 9:15 a.m. at his residence in Eunice. He was 60. A celebration of life will be celebrated on Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m. at the Greater True Light Baptist Church in Eunice. The Rev.

Esther Cormier Salassi

A memorial service for Esther Salassi, 92, of Eunice, will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at 3:00 PM at Quirk and Son Funeral Home with burial following at St. Louis Cemetery, Eunice, LA. Visitation will precede the memorial service from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM in the same funeral home.

Jeromie Scott LeDoux

Jeromie Scott LeDoux passed away on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the age of 43. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 16, 2019 at 3:00 PM at St. Edward’s Catholic Church in Richard. Father Wayne Duet will officiate. Burial will follow at Frey Cemetery in Mowata.