News

Police Department Christmas cheer

The Eunice Police Department collected toys and food for five families to be distributed on Friday. The toys and food came form employees, the public, St. Anthony’s Catholic Church and the fire department.

Bishop’s Christmas message

Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel’s Christmas message to the people of Acadiana. Here’s the transcription: “Hello! This beautiful time of the year gives us the opportunity to reflect on the great miracle that occurred 2,000 years ago, the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Vernon Lee Miller

Vernon Lee Miller, 84, passed away on Wednesday, December 20, 2017. A funeral service was held on Friday, December 22, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Quirk and Son Funeral Home in Eunice with burial following at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Eunice.

Geraldine Bertrand “Gerry’’ Ortego 1935 To 2017

Our hearts are filled with sorrow as our family announces the passing of our loving Mother, Wife, Sister, Grandmother, Great grandmother and Friend, Geraldine Bertrand Ortego, on Wednesday, December 20, 2017, at Acadian Medical Center in Eunice at the age of 82.

Did the Pentagon act alone in employing UFO hunters?

When I was in sixth grade, my impassioned 4-H speech about the possibility of extraterrestrial visitors didn’t even merit an Honorable Mention (my fifth-grade speech about our thumb-sucking CAT had taken me all the way to the county level!

Christmas traditions are the best

It’s the Monday before Christmas, and my daughter, her hair tied up snugly in a bun, plops herself down in the front seat of my car. And as I aim my trusty German import in the direction of her ballet school, she turns to me, her face aglow in the gray afternoon light, a plea in her eyes.

The busiest place on Christmas Eve

You have never seen a busier place than Santa’s workshop on Christmas Eve. This year, like every other for centuries, his sleigh must take off precisely at First Star Twinkle, North Pole Time. Somehow. his little helpers pull that off, year after year.

Did you know? Tips to help keep your holidays, vacations safe

As the holidays and vacations days approach, I would like to remind you of some key safety tips. Always be aware of your surroundings — look and see who is looking at you or is near you.

Troopers urge safe travel, personal responsibility during holiday travels

Louisiana State Police issued a news release Thursday with guidelines for motorists. By understanding and following the safety guidelines below, motorists can greatly reduce their chances of being involved in a serious injury or fatality crash.

Tri-Parish University of Louisiana Lafayette graduates announced

Fall 2017 graduates from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette include the following. Acadia Parish Baccalaureate Degree Arts — Leah Leona Hoffpauir.