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Community Foundation of Acadiana seeks philanthropy leader nominations

Community Foundation of Acadiana is accepting nominations from the community for the 2020 Leaders in Philanthropy (LIP) Awards. The deadline to submit a nomination is March 16.

From the March 2010 files of The Eunice News

From the March 2010 files of The Eunice News

Ville Platte Police starting pay raised to $15/hour

Ville Platte police officers received a pay raise from the city council during an evening of heated discussion. Effective immediately, officers will be earning $15 an hour, up from $11.68 an hour.

Did you know? Refusing to identify yourself can be illegal

Across the country, the past decade has seen an increase in organized “civil disobedience” efforts, designed to disrupt or challenge police officers during lawful performance of their duty.

Chataignier volunteer firefighters honored

The Chataignier Volunteer Fire Department recently honored its top responders for 2019. From left, are Kyle Dupre, third place; Justin Darbonne, first place; and Chief Daniel Brasseaux, second place. (Photo courtesy of Phil Miller)

Mayor thanks all for Mardi Gras success

On behalf of the members of Eunice City Council and all of the citizens of Eunice who benefit directly and indirectly from the visitors to our city, I wish to thank everyone who helped make 2020 Eunice Mardi Gras a success.

There is no American worker shortage

“We’re full, our system’s full, our country’s full!” That was President Donald Trump last year at our southern border. “Every decision on trade, on taxes, on immigration, on foreign affairs, will be made to benefit American workers and American families.

Better late than never

I was nearly a decade late, but, yes, I finally summoned my intestinal fortitude and underwent a colonoscopy.

Bible reading marathon to be completed today

A 100-hour Bible-reading marathon at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Opelousas is to end at about 4:30 p.m. today. About 300 volunteers including Gov.

Eunice Police pay raise trumped by Ville Platte

Eunice Police officers began receiving a $3 an hour pay raise in January in attempt to retain and attract trained officers. The starting pay moved up to $12.75 an hour. Voters in May 2019 approved a 0.25% sales tax to fund the pay raise.