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The socialism instruction manual

For political leaders to convince a nation to adapt socialism (for power and money) you must not be in a rush, and slowly break down the existing economic/political system. You then must offer the citizenry, especially the young, a social utopia with political empowerment.

Commercial radio turns 100: What are your favorite memories?

Did you realize that commercial radio got its start on Nov. 2, 1920, when legendary KDKA in Pittsburgh broadcast the results of the Harding-Cox presidential race? Almost overnight, radio transitioned from domination by ham operators to an actual business with schedules, programming and sponsors.

Atchafalaya courthouse never got a vote

I knew that a number of parishes have been created from what was the sprawling district once called Imperial St.

Unborn baby killed, 5 wounded in I-10 shooting

The investigation is continuing in the Oct. 22 shooting on Interstate 10 that left five people injured and resulted in the death of an unborn baby. According to Sheriff K.P.

DeVillier bill to help oil and gas industry is on governor’s desk

State Rep. Phillip DeVillier says his bill offering a severance tax exemption and incentive to plug orphan wells is a win-win for the state. The legislation passed the House and Senate in the special session and is now on Gov. John Bel Edwards’ desk.

Superintendent announces leadership councils

St. Landry Parish School Board Superintendent Patrick Jenkins announced members of the Superintendent’s Leadership Councils on Friday.

DA race candidates raise about $400K

The race for 27th Judicial District district attorney is the only parishwide election on the Nov. 3 ballot and the candidates combined have raised nearly $400,000 and spent nearly $250,000.

Tri-Parish workforce steady, jobless rates up

The Tri-Parish workforce numbering 68,238 is essentially unchanged from a year ago, according to statistics released by the Louisiana Workforce Commission. The September employment numbers released Wednesday show the Tri-Parish workforce grew by 141 over September 2019.

Why Trump?

Why Trump for President? The next Presidential election could be the most important election in your lifetime. It will decide what kind of Country we will have in the future: a Socialist government or a Capitalist Free Enterprise System with Individual Initiatives.

Former Mayor Curtis Joubert dies

Curtis Joubert, who served as mayor from 1981 to 1995 and launched Eunice as the “Prairie Cajun Capital,” died Friday. He was 89. Ardoin’s Funeral Home in Eunice is in charge of arrangements. Visitation will be held from 4 to 10 p.m.Friday. Funeral services are planned at 10 a.m. Nov. 7 at St.