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Celebrating the Fourth of July

Many of us remember the days when we did not lock our doors and actually left our bicycle in the front yard without concerns about it being taken/stolen. We had few fears, other than possibly communism and the Russians. We referred to one another as “Americans” without hyphens.

Shining the light on Independence

“Burgers on the grill, great discounts at retail stores and amazing fireworks — that’s why I love the Fourth of July!” “It’s a grand time, to be sure — the day every year that we celebrate American independence and the birth of our country.

Crime Stoppers seeks tips in Lawtell armed robbery

St. Landry Crime Stoppers is asking for help in solving a June 19 armed robbery. Just after 9 p.m. a black male wearing black pants, a dark gray hoodie, and a pink bandana tied around his face entered the Lawtell Dollar General located on U.S. 190.

Women emerging as legislative leaders

When Rep. Paula Davis put forward a compromise to resolve an epic fight over funding state government, a fellow Republican proposed an amendment that could have placed the bill in jeopardy. As Rep.

Jobless rates down

By Harlan Kirgan Editor Tri-Parish unemployment rates are down from a year ago, but the workforce is slightly down compared the May 2017 numbers, according to Bureau of Labor and Statistics information on not seasonally adjusted employment rates released by the Louisiana Workforce Commission.

Arson suspect surrenders

Daundric Johnson surrendered on Monday to face warrants issued after a fire at his ex-girlfriend’s house just before 9:30 p.m. June 24 in the 100 block of College Road in Eunice.

Second man indicted in Christmas party shooting

A second person has been indicted in the shooting death of Tyrie Frederick at a Christmas season party at the Southeast Community Center in Eunice. Darron C. Carter, 21, of the 100 block of Hiawatha Street, Lafayette, was indicted on Monday by a grand jury in the 27th Judicial Court District.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. June 29 Johnaton Lee Courville, 24, 100 block of Tamaran, Eunice. Simple burglary, criminal trespass, simple criminal damage to property and theft. June 30 Destany M. Jack, 21, 300 block of Dulles Street, Eunice. Domestic abuse battery. Keeya M.

Eunice Police dispatch radio logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. June 29 10:12 Disturbance between man and woman at Ash and 2nd. 11:04 Hit and run at Gulfgate Construction. 11:27 Renters not paying rent in the 500 block of South Martin Luther King. 12:46 Wreck on North 11th.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff's Office arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. July 2 Kathleen Hebert, 44, 600 block of Lakewood, Lake Charles. Domestic abuse battery; disturbing the peace; aggravated criminal damage. Arrested by Sunset Police.