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Myra Miller
Thursday, July 17, 2025
Lafayette Genealogical Society meeting set Lafayette Genealogical Society monthly meeting will be held at 6 p.m. July 17 at the Lafayette Public Library, Southside Branch, 6101 Johnston St., in Lafayette.

Trooper injured in St. Landry Parish crash 

Harlan Kirgan
Thursday, July 17, 2025
On Wednesday, shortly before 6:00 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a serious injury crash involving a Trooper on La. 190 at the intersection with La. 104.    Preliminary information reveals the trooper was investigating a prior crash when they were struck by a vehicle.
The Eunice Fire Department, along with St. Landry District 6, responded to a structure fire on Saturday at 1871 W. Magnolia Ave., Eunice. Eunice Fire Chief Chaise Brown said, “The initial call was received at 9:24 p.m. Responding crews reported smoke in the area but no flame visible.” Firefighters arrived at 9:29 p.m. and found the fire in a small structure near the back of the property. Crews began fire suppression and were advised that the structure was being utilized as a residence and the occupant was

The Eunice Fire Department, along with St. Landry District 6, responded to a structure fire on Saturday at 1871 W. Magnolia Ave., Eunice. Eunice Fire Chief Chaise Brown said, “The initial call was received at 9:24 p.m. Responding crews reported smoke in the area but no flame visible.” Firefighters arrived at 9:29 p.m. and found the fire in a small structure near the back of the property. Crews began fire suppression and were advised that the structure was being utilized as a residence and the occupant was

Fire in Eunice

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
The Eunice Fire Department, along with St. Landry District 6, responded to a structure fire on Saturday at 1871 W. Magnolia Ave., Eunice. Eunice Fire Chief Chaise Brown said, “The initial call was received at 9:24 p.m. Responding crews reported smoke in the area but no flame visible.

Let’s stop using tragedy to make political hay

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
When 20 children were murdered two weeks before Christmas in Newtown, Conn., my worldview shifted. To me, the violent shooting deaths of babies who were contemplating sugar plums and Santa challenged my belief in a good and loving God.

Iran’s war on the supernatural

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
When an Iranian regime insider recently claimed Israel had deployed “supernatural spirits” in its latest war with Iran — complete with Jewish talismans allegedly found on the streets of Tehran — I didn’t laugh. I didn’t scoff. I felt something worse: déjà vu.

Dates set for special sales tax election in Opelousas

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Early voting for the Aug. 16 special election will be held from Aug. 2 to 9, with the exception of Sundays, from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early voting will take place at the courthouse in Opelousas only. No early voting will be held in Eunice.

Animal cruelty investigation ends with multiple charges

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
An investigation into animal cruelty in Washington resulted in the arrest of a 34-year-old man on drug charges, according to a news release from St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard.
Chad M. Myers

Chad M. Myers

Man accused of stealing truck, trailer, driving to police station

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
A 56-year-old Port Barre man is accused of stealing a truck and trailer at gunpoint then driving to the Port Barre Police Department where he was arrested. According to a news release from St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz, Chad M.
St. Landry Parish Government worker David Courville fills sandbags at the Yambilee Building in Opelousas on Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan.

St. Landry Parish Government worker David Courville fills sandbags at the Yambilee Building in Opelousas on Tuesday afternoon. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan.

Area braces for possible tropical weather

Harlan Kirgan
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
A tropical weather system is moving toward Louisiana with forecasts a bit uncertain as to its impact. Preparations began Tuesday with St. Landry Parish Government using a sandbag-filling device at the Yambilee in anticipation of flooding.