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Pre-k Enrollment at Highland Early Learning Center set Highland Early Learning Center is having a Pre-K Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. Students must be 4 years old by Sept. 30, 2026 to qualify for Pre-K. Visit Highland Early Learning Center for an application, 1341 Duck Avenue.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. The Police Department changed the format from chronological to one based on officers who responded to calls. Tuesday, Feb. 24 There were 12 traffic stops from 7:25 a.m. until 12:17 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 25. Officer M.

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, Feb. 24 Johnausray Marcell, 25, 900 block of Cicile Blvd., Breaux Bridge. Battery on a dating partner, false imprisonment.

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, Feb. 25 Patrick Dwayne Lewis, 37, 600 block of East Street, Opelousas.

Jane Askew

Jane, beloved companion of Elton Faul, Jr., passed away peacefully joining her son Benito Canales, Jr. on February 19, 2026. She was known for her warm heart and kindness to everyone who crossed her path.

Percy Henry Manuel

Percy Henry Manuel, 77, of Ventress, Louisiana, passed away after a long battle with cancer February 23, 2026. Percy was born on September 14, 1948, to the late JB Manuel and Agnes DeVille Manuel. He served his country honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War.

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, Feb. 24 Ranatta R. Richard, 42, 100 block of Claude Street, Opelousas. Battery of a dating partner. 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, Feb. 23 Geoffrey Picou, 46, 1300 block of Faris, Eunice. Burglary, criminal damage. Traelon Arnaud, 21, 800 block of Adams St., Opelousas.

Eunice Police Radio log

Monday, Feb. 23 There were five traffic stops from 10:59 a.m. and 6:47 p.m. Officer C. Powers 2:25 a.m. Jail check in the 300 block of South 2nd. Officer C. Powers 4:21 a.m. Jail check in the 300 block of South 2nd. Officer D. Allison 2:23 p.m. Warrant in the 100 block of West Maple. 3:33 p.m.

Rena Citizen Jacobs

Rena Citizen Jacobs, age 82, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Arrangements are pending.