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Gregory Michael Deshotel

Gregory Michael Deshotel passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019 at the age of 61. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 10:00 AM at St Anthony Catholic Church in Eunice with Bishop Douglas Deshotel officiating.

Grand Prairie native honored by Rep. Johnson on House floor

U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson, R-Benton, delivered a speech on the House floor Nov. 22 honoring the life and service of Army Sgt. Joseph A. Richard III and highlighting the sacrifices of Gold Star families. Richard, a Grand Prairie native, was killed in action in Baghdad, Iraq, on April 14, 2008. “Sgt.

Coast off St. Mary Parish is growing

Academics, environmentalists and a government official led reporters back to newly created land in St. Mary Parish, hoping they’ll see lessons about how some of Louisiana’s coast might be saved. The tour of the Wax Lake Delta southwest of Centerville on Nov.

Fontenot stresses road program

St. Landry Parish President Bill Fontenot’s place in parish history picked up another first in the Nov. 16 election when he won a third term. In the young home rule charter government, Fontenot, 68, is the second president.

Cleco: Keep safety in mind for holiday season decorations

Cleco reminds customers to keep safety top of mind when decorating their homes and businesses this holiday season. Taking the necessary precautions when installing holiday decorations, especially lights, help keep you and your family safe.

Elder to lead JD Bank, JD Bancshares

Bruce W. Elder, a 35-year commercial bank executive, has been selected president and CEO of JD Bank and JD Bancshares, Inc. Elder, a North Carolina resident, comes to JD Bank from CresCom Bank, headquartered in Charleston, South Carolina.

Here’s what you can do with autumn leaves

The leaves are falling all over the state now. Gorgeous as the colors may be on the trees as they turn from green to beautiful yellows, oranges and reds, they eventually dry out, turn brown and ultimately become litter on the ground. You have several options of what to do with that leaf litter.

LPB documentary explores duck hunting culture, coastal conservation

This December, Louisiana Public Broadcasting will release In the Blind, a powerful new documentary that traces the unique traditions and rich culture of waterfowl hunting in Louisiana’s Sportsman’s Paradise and explores the sport’s relevance in a global conservation effort to preserve and restore...

News notes

Garden club meeting Tuesday The Bulb and Blossom Garden Club will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday in the home of Dean Deshotel. All members are asked to attend. This is the Christmas social. For more information, call 580-1213.

Did you know? Holiday driving, shopping safety tips

The St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with St. Landry Crime Stoppers put together these holiday safety tips. The holiday season is joyous one and a special time to show each other love and gratitude but it is also a time that criminals prey on you.