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It’s not easy balancing the federal budget

President Trump is trying to reduce federal spending by firing people. That is not likely to be very effective because the payroll is a relatively small part of the federal budget (about 7%).

In Italy, Trump gets respect

I write this from my hotel room, a two-minute walk from the Colosseum. My trip to Rome has been planned for months, and I looked forward to it with anticipation since well before Christmas.

Must we all speak English in America?

Should America have one official language-English? The president says yes, and asserts that a single shared language “is the core of a unified, cohesive society that serves to streamline communication and empowers new citizens to achieve the American dream.” Who could argue with those goals?

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, March 12 Reginald Thomas, 60, 300 block of West Bacciochi, Eunice. Introduction of contraband, possession of Schedule II. Courtney Allen, 29, 300 block of Benoit, Eunice.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Monday, March 10 The Eunice Police Department provided new police log reports. There were 18 traffic stops between the hours of 2 a.m. until 10 p.m. Officer D. Spears 9:03 a.m.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, March 12 Wayne Anthony Bolden Jr., 36, 100 block of Railroad Ave, Port Barre. Bench warrant. Arrested by St.

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Monday, March 10 Angelica Hubbard, 32, 2000 block of Dudley, Eunice. Speeding, headlamps required, failure to register vehicle, driving under suspension.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Monday, March 10 12:27 a.m. Caller in the area of Halsey said she heard shots fired. 12:35 a.m. Caller said he heard shots fired coming from Cane and Mallet area. 9:43 a.m.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, March 11 Christian Paul Lalonde, 22, 100 block of Mini Road, Opelousas.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Friday, March 7 12:05 a.m. Lobby complaint in regards to harassment. 1:06 a.m. Caller in the 1900 block of West Oak said hearing dogs barking and is afraid someone is in the alley. 2:33 a.m.