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Governor signs bill allowing easier refunds of unconstitutional taxes

Gov. John Bel Edwards signed a number of bills into law over the past few days, including one that makes it easier for taxpayers to get refunds of taxes paid under an unconstitutional or misapplied law.

America risks losing to China on cryptocurrencies

Everybody’s looking at China.

More thoughts that should keep you awake at night

No single theme grabbed my attention this week, so we’re back to a potpourri of random thoughts. For instance, I often encounter news reports about some inmate serving a life sentence and going before the parole board for the umpteenth time.

Fighting over an Acadian celebration

Most people in south Louisiana know that the feast of the Assumption, August 15, has been set aside as a special day by Acadians in Canada and by their Cajun cousins in Louisiana. But there was a big argument before that day was decided, and June 24 — the feast of St.

Area alternative education program approved by BESE

he Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) has approved the annual operation of 125 alternative education programs and 34 schools, 10 of which were vetted through the state’s new, more robust authorization process.

Ville Platte city utility rates soar

The Ville Platte City Council met Monday afternoon at the Northside Civic Center for its regular monthly meeting and unanimously voted to raise utility rates for residents and businesses. Before the meeting, a public hearing was conducted to discuss utility rate increases.

Education dominated session: Raises, major funding increases for K-12 education

Education issues loomed during the most recent session of the Louisiana Legislature, but there were other matters that will impact Acadia Parish. And Sen. Dan “Blade” Morrish, R-Jennings, and Rep.

Eunice shooting is on Crimestoppers

St. Landry Parish Crimestoppers is asking for information about a shooting that occurred in Eunice. A 26-year-old Eunice man was shot in the chest in a robbery at about 2 a.m. on June 13 in the 200 block of Jelk, Eunice Police Chief Randy Fontenot said.

Road questions persist

There’s a 30 mph speed limit sign on Soileau Road north of Eunice that’s probably needed now, but about four years ago traveling that fast might have resulted in a trip to the tire shop. The road now offers an easy smooth ride. St.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. June 20 Lucas Cormier, 24, 100 block of Cormier, Eunice. Bench warrant. Ethan Andre Brown, 26, 100 block of Shelton Manuel Loop, Eunice. Probation violation-hold. Chad E. Miller, 45, 300 block of Ulysse Street, Eunice. Stalking. Albert J.