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COMING SOON: FOOTBALL WEATHER

While things are starting to heat up on local football fields, long range weather models show that fall could be knocking on the door before the end of the month. Cooler weather is at least another two weeks out, as is the official start of football season with Eunice hosting Bunkie and St.

Eunice Fire Department accepting Hunters for the Hungry food donations

By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor Eunice-area residents can clear space in their freezers while helping feed Louisiana families during Hunters For The Hungry Louisiana’s annual Clean Out Your Freezer Day. Donations will be accepted from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug.

Michael DeVillier announces for Eunice City Marshal-Ward 6

I am honored to announce my candidacy for the office of City Marshal of Eunice and Ward 6. I was born in Eunice, Louisiana, to Joseph “Tanny” and Mary Gay Manuel DeVillier. I was raised on the family farm with my four brothers and a sister.

Eunice News political candidate announcement policy is given

The Eunice News will publish announcements for candidates in the November 3, 2026, primary election at no charge when accompanied by a $250 payment for advertising.

Eunice Community Concert performs

A small ensemble from Eunice Community Concert Band and Choir performed at LSU Eunice’s Fall Convocation on Wednesday, Aug. 19, to celebrate the first gathering of faculty and staff for the 2026 fall semester, which culminated in a message from LSU System President Dr. Wade Rousse.

OGH Health System Foundation distributes funds to support parish schools

Opelousas General Health System (OGHS) Foundation has distributed funds to nine St. Landry Parish schools to promote healthy activity and student wellness.

Rider accused of vehicle theft

A Eunice man is facing two felony charges after police alleged he helped remove a vehicle from a Juanita Street property and later participated in efforts to relocate it after learning it had been reported stolen.

$1.6M grant to create LA Human Trafficking Task Force

Baton Rouge, LA — The Louisiana Governor’s Office of Human Trafficking Prevention has been awarded a $1.6 million grant by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office for Victims of Crime (OVC), to create the Louisiana Human Trafficking Task Force in partnership with Louisiana State Police.

Salt grass fed cows, boat fed cowboys

Anyone who has seen an old Western movie knows that every cattle drive was accompanied by a chuck wagon driven by a crusty old cook who fixed the beans and coffee and dared anyone to criticize him.

Friday nights and why they matter

There is a moment, every fall, that reminds me why I love this state. The sun goes down. The lights come up. The smell of popcorn and the smoke of pit hamburgers drifts across a parking lot that was empty six hours ago and is now packed bumper to bumper. The band strikes up.