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Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. May 11 00:12 Caller advised of people digging in trash. 00:13 Caller advised of suspicious person and a vehicle at the Northwest Pavilion.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. May 12 Markaylon Chaisson, 22, 1000 block of George Dupre, Cecelia. Felon in possession of a firearm, possession with intent to distribute Schedule II CDS, illegal carrying of weapons. Arrested by St.

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Games Across Acadiana raffle tickets on sale LAFAYETTE — Starting June 3 through June 19, Miles Perret Cancer Services is hosting Games Across Acadiana: Acadiana’s Ultimate Scavenger Hunt. The virtual scavenger hunt will feature over 60 missions and activities for the whole family.

Dispelling the myths about abortion

I was always a big fan of mythology. My particular favorite is Athena, also known as Minerva, goddess of wisdom. She is said to have sprung fully formed from her father Zeus’ head, which was probably a great relief for his wife Hera.

History, science render a verdict on abortion

The Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, John Roberts, has confirmed that the draft opinion leaked on May 2 was authentic, in that it was generated by the justices themselves.

Games Across Acadiana raffle tickets on sale

Starting June 3 through June 19, Miles Perret Cancer Services is hosting Games Across Acadiana: Acadiana’s Ultimate Scavenger Hunt. The virtual scavenger hunt will feature over 60 missions and activities for the whole family.

Some Cleco customers eligible for 25% summer discount

Cleco customers who meet the income guidelines of the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) are eligible to receive a 25% discount on the fuel portion of their electric utility bill through the Cleco Alternative Rate for Electricity (CARE) discount program.

Louisiana state income tax filing deadline is Monday

The filing and payment deadline for 2021 state individual income tax is Monday. Taxpayers can file their returns electronically through Louisiana File Online, the state’s free web portal for individual tax filers.

Accounting major finds way to keep family tradition alive

At McNeese State University, Kinder senior Kaleb LeDay continues to explore and develop his musical passions while working on his accounting degree, thanks to McNeese’s very own zydeco band, the Zyde-Pokes. This performing group was created through the W.A.

City clears 11 properties off condemned list

Eunice aldermen cleared 11 properties from the code enforcement condemned list at Tuesday’s city meeting. Five other properties remain on a list to begin condemnation proceedings. Stan Feucht, city attorney, said there were issues with the notices sent to owners of the five remaining properties.