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Khilon Frank, a Central Middle School student, holds a certificate for his performance in the Louisiana Elementary State Championship Fitness Meet Governor’s Games at the May 1 St. Landry Parish School Board meeting. Frank placed third in the state games in standing long jump. From left, are Kierra Poullard, his mother; Tamika Zachary, health and physical education teacher at Creswell Middle School in Opelousas, Frank; and Abigail Semien, Frank’s grandmother. Zachary organized the parish games at Northwest

Khilon Frank, a Central Middle School student, holds a certificate for his performance in the Louisiana Elementary State Championship Fitness Meet Governor’s Games at the May 1 St. Landry Parish School Board meeting. Frank placed third in the state games in standing long jump. From left, are Kierra Poullard, his mother; Tamika Zachary, health and physical education teacher at Creswell Middle School in Opelousas, Frank; and Abigail Semien, Frank’s grandmother. Zachary organized the parish games at Northwest

St. Landry Parish School Board honors

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
The St. Landry Parish School Board recognized several people included three from Eunice at the May 1 meeting.
Sarah Jayde Williams was joined by Joshua Johnson at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve Prairie Acadian Cultural Center program Thursday. Williams is the granddaughter of famed Cajun musician Hadley Castille and she shared stories about her grandfather. The free entertainment series continues with: The Holiday Playgirls May 15; the Chad Huval Duo May 22; and Jeffery Broussard May 29. The center is at 250 W. Park Ave., Eunice. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Sarah Jayde Williams was joined by Joshua Johnson at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve Prairie Acadian Cultural Center program Thursday. Williams is the granddaughter of famed Cajun musician Hadley Castille and she shared stories about her grandfather. The free entertainment series continues with: The Holiday Playgirls May 15; the Chad Huval Duo May 22; and Jeffery Broussard May 29. The center is at 250 W. Park Ave., Eunice. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Prairie Acadian Cultural Center program

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
Sarah Jayde Williams was joined by Joshua Johnson at the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve Prairie Acadian Cultural Center program Thursday. Williams is the granddaughter of famed Cajun musician Hadley Castille and she shared stories about her grandfather.
Rep. Emily Chenevert presented her bill to the Senate Education Committee on May 15, 2024. (Allison Allsop/Louisiana Illuminator)

Rep. Emily Chenevert presented her bill to the Senate Education Committee on May 15, 2024. (Allison Allsop/Louisiana Illuminator)

Bill prohibits requiring race, gender classes

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
A Louisiana legislative committee has dramatically rewritten an anti-DEI policy proposal for state agencies that would now prohibit schools from requiring certain race and gender-based curriculum for undergraduate students.

Heavy rain ‘could have been worse’

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
Rains of about 6 inches from Tuesday overnight into Wednesday took a toll on the parish, “but it could have been been a lot worse as everybody knows,” St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard said at Wednesday’s Parish Council meeting in Opelousas.
The Bulb & Blossom Garden Club members met for their May meeting. Jean Johnson was recognized for her first place LGCF award, Wille A. Hundley Public Relations Award for her horticulture articles published bi-monthly in The Eunice News. From left are Johnson, Donna Baltakis, president; Crystal Manuel and April DeRouen. (Submitted photo)

The Bulb & Blossom Garden Club members met for their May meeting. Jean Johnson was recognized for her first place LGCF award, Wille A. Hundley Public Relations Award for her horticulture articles published bi-monthly in The Eunice News. From left are Johnson, Donna Baltakis, president; Crystal Manuel and April DeRouen. (Submitted photo)

Club congratulates Johnson on awards

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
Members of the Bulb & Blossom Garden Club gathered for their monthly meeting held at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The business meeting centered around programming ideas and topics for next year. The club takes a break during July and August and will begin again in September.
Foliage plants such as coleus can add color and texture to the garden.

Foliage plants such as coleus can add color and texture to the garden.

Here’s how to simplify spring plant shopping

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
It’s spring, and everyone seems to have the gardening itch. If you head to your local garden center right now, you’re likely to find the place stuffed to the gills with warm-season plants and bustling with customers. Shopping for plants this time of year can be exciting.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Thursday, May 1 Michael Gauge Briscoe and Briana Renee Vasseur, both of Church Point. Friday, May 2 Lane Patrick Kieran and Elissa Elaine David, both of Krotz Springs.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
The following suits were filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, April 30 Phyllis Tyler Beverly vs Patrick Wayne Beverly, divorce. Portfolio Recovery Associates LLC vs Denise R. Corte, open account. Succession of Burnerdean Jackson Malveaux.

Protect Louisiana Head Start program

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
As a parent of two lively young boys from Opelousas, I can attest to the difference enrolling both sons in Opelousas and Lawtell Head Start programs. Exposing them to Head Start has made a difference in their enjoyment in learning. They love to learn & participate in all things academic.

My mother’s ultimatum

Harlan Kirgan
Friday, May 9, 2025
I’m 63 and still single, but my mother has never given up hope that she will get me married. “What about that nice young lady who cuts my hair?” “Ma,” I tell her, “I’m old enough to be her father.” “What about the community director at my apartment complex?