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If a space exploration company locates in parish, it would be biggest news since the discovery of oil. Vermilion Parish may soon receive its most significant news since offshore oil drilling began in 1947.

If a space exploration company locates in parish, it would be biggest news since the discovery of oil. Vermilion Parish may soon receive its most significant news since offshore oil drilling began in 1947.

Vermilion Parish’s Sen. Bob Hensgens confirms talk between Space Exploration Company and Exxon-Mobil taking place

Myra Miller
Friday, May 15, 2026
If a space exploration company locates in parish, it would be biggest news since the discovery of oil. Vermilion Parish may soon receive its most significant news since offshore oil drilling began in 1947.
Eunice High graduate

Eunice High graduate

EHS graduates class of 2026

Myra Miller
Friday, May 15, 2026
The Eunice High School gymnasium buzzed with pride and excitement on Thursday evening, May 14, as the Class of 2026 received their diplomas and officially become Battling Bobcats alumni. Valedictorian Chloe Istre set the tone of the evening with a warm welcome and inspiring address.
Mayor Scott Fontenot highlighted an exciting lineup of summer camps offered by Eunice Recreation during Tuesday night’s regular Eunice City Council meeting, urging families to register soon for the popular programs.

Mayor Scott Fontenot highlighted an exciting lineup of summer camps offered by Eunice Recreation during Tuesday night’s regular Eunice City Council meeting, urging families to register soon for the popular programs.

Eunice Rec announces more summer activities

Myra Miller
Friday, May 15, 2026
Mayor Scott Fontenot highlighted an exciting lineup of summer camps offered by Eunice Recreation during Tuesday night’s regular Eunice City Council meeting, urging families to register soon for the popular programs.
Eunice Police Chief Kyle LeBouef warned city leaders Tuesday about a surge in accidents and unsafe riding involving electric scooters, urging the City Council to consider local ordinances to enhance public safety while the devices grow in popularity among youth.

Eunice Police Chief Kyle LeBouef warned city leaders Tuesday about a surge in accidents and unsafe riding involving electric scooters, urging the City Council to consider local ordinances to enhance public safety while the devices grow in popularity among youth.

Electric scooters causing safety concerns on city streets, police chief says

Myra Miller
Friday, May 15, 2026
By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor Eunice Police Chief Kyle LeBouef warned city leaders Tuesday about a surge in accidents and unsafe riding involving electric scooters, urging the City Council to consider local ordinances to enhance public safety while the devices grow in popularity among youth.
Juan Quiroz

Juan Quiroz

Acadia Parish traffic stop leads to Meth seizure

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Deputies with the Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office have arrested a Broussard man found to be in possession of approximately 5 pounds of Methamphetamines. The arrest and seizure were made during a traffic stop in the Crowley area on May 6.
Raneill Cortez

Raneill Cortez

Port Barre woman charged with attempted murder

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
An altercation between a woman and a man led to an arrest of Raneill Cortez, 52, of Old Hwy. 190 in Port Barre. Cortez was charged with attempted second degree murder, and illegal carrying of weapons while committing a crime of violence. According to St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby J.
Getting ready for graduation is Patrick Nickolas Dupre

Getting ready for graduation is Patrick Nickolas Dupre

Eunice Schools Set to Celebrate Class of 2026

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Rebecca Chaisson Eunice News Editor Local high schools and LSU Eunice are preparing to honor the Class of 2026 with commencement ceremonies this week, marking the end of an academic journey for hundreds of area students.
The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly. Stelly said his prediction five days before the May 16 parishwide election day is based on completed early voting and main-in ballot totals that have been processed through his office.

The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly. Stelly said his prediction five days before the May 16 parishwide election day is based on completed early voting and main-in ballot totals that have been processed through his office.

Early Voting Shows Possible Low Turnout

Myra Miller
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
By Bobby Ardoin Eunice News Correspondent The St. Landry Parish turnout for Saturday’s election could be lower than anticipated, said Registrar of Voters Byron Stelly.