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Anthony Cain Leger

IOTA-It is with heavy hearts that the family of Anthony Cain Leger announces his passing on Thursday, July 26, 2018 at the Acadia General Hospital in Crowley at the age of 31. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated at 1:00 pm on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at St.

Researcher suggests rough sailing for proposed river diversions

The fate of fish in a New England estuary could predict what’s ahead for Louisiana marsh life should the state activate a cornerstone of its coastal restoration plan. That’s according to Dr. James A. Nelson, a University of Louisiana at Lafayette biologist.

What do those mushrooms mean for your landscape?

After a rainy period in summer, we typically see mushrooms popping up everywhere. Some people are concerned; some are curious, and some are downright irritated when these strange growths appear in landscapes. First, we need to understand that mushrooms are produced by fungal organisms.

Joseph “Pat” Patrick LaFleur

Joseph “Pat” Patrick LaFleur passed away on Thursday, July 12, 2018, at the age of 72. A Memorial Service is scheduled for August 4, 2018 at 11:00 AM at First Baptist Church of Basile located at 3001 Schamberg Street, Basile, La. Pat is survived by three daughters; Connie L.

Iota bicyclist killed in early morning crash

Shortly before 5:30 a.m. Troop I was notified of a fatal crash on La. 100 east of La. 3070 that claimed the life of 31-year-old Anthony Leger of Iota.

Furrow irrigation noted at rice field day

Farmers heard about the benefits and challenges of growing furrow-irrigated rice at an LSU AgCenter row rice field day on July 18.

Rayne park disappears

What began as a community-wide project for the improvement of downtown Rayne abruptly ended, compliments of the railroad.

Facebook’s off the mark Zuckerberg

Every time Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg opens his mouth he somehow manages to stick his foot in it. It’s not so much what he says that is harmful to both himself and his company, it’s how he says it.

Wearing out longevity’s welcome

Boy, are Americans getting old. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the median age — the age at which half of the population is older and half is younger — hit an all-time high of 38 in 2017. Why is it rising?

2 arrested for Lawtell theft after Crime Stopper

Two suspects who were featured on the Crime of the Week for the theft at Dave’s Monument in Lawtell have been arrested, according to St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz. St. Landry Crimes Stoppers host, Maj.