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The LSU AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station will hold its 115th annual field day June 25. In this photo, Adam Famoso, AgCenter rice breeder and resident coordinator of the station, addresses attendees at the event last year. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

The LSU AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station will hold its 115th annual field day June 25. In this photo, Adam Famoso, AgCenter rice breeder and resident coordinator of the station, addresses attendees at the event last year. (LSU AgCenter file photo)

June 25 field day to showcase AgCenter rice research

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The LSU AgCenter H. Rouse Caffey Rice Research Station will open its doors to visitors June 25 for its 115th annual field day, where research projects aimed at developing new rice varieties, managing pests and improving other aspects of production will be showcased.
U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., speaks to the Louisiana Seafood Safety Task Force on Nov. 27, 2023. (Photo byWes Muller/Louisiana Illuminator)

U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, R-La., speaks to the Louisiana Seafood Safety Task Force on Nov. 27, 2023. (Photo byWes Muller/Louisiana Illuminator)

Graves undecided on election

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
U.S. Rep. Garret Graves is committed to running for re-election this fall — but uncommitted on the district. Following the U.S.

Republicans spike bill to shield records from public

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Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The sponsor of a controversial bill to shield most records of the Louisiana governor’s office from the public withdrew his bill Monday, killing it for the legislative session. Sen.

Police investigating fatal shooting

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Eunice Police are investigating a shooting that left a man dead and a juvenile female wounded, according to Police Chief Kyle LeBouef. Police responded to the 1000 block of West Ash Avenue at 9:29 p.m. Tuesday to a report of two people having been shot while inside a residence.

Eunice Police join Click It or Ticket

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Eunice Police Chief Kyle LeBouef said his officers are joining the Memorial Day holiday Click It or Ticket effort.
Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Tuesday, May 21 Anna Ruby, 37, 300 block of Dresser Loop, Eunice. Possession of Schedule I. Lucas Richard, 36, 1100 block of Dewey Loop, Basile.
Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Tuesday, May 21 12:42 a.m. Two suspicious vehicles near Eunice High. 12:48 a.m. Disturbance between two subjects over shoes. 1:48 p.m.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 22, 2024
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, May 22 Gladys Ann Collins, 37, 300 block of West Lincoln Street, Opelousas. Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Ashton Terrill Edwards

Ashton Terrill Edwards

Ashton Terrill Edwards

Myra Miller
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Ashton Terrill Edwards passed away on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at the age of 15. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at St. Mathilda Catholic Church with Father Nick Ware Celebrant. Burial will follow in St. Mathilda Cemetery.