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Jim Bradshaw

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Can people be too lazy to grow figs?

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
The Crowley Signal was part of what it called a “coastal country chorus” urging people to plant fig trees in south Louisiana in the spring of 1909, and the editor could not help but wonder why he had to bring up the subject in the first place.
Louisiana National Guardsmen from multiple units compare notes during a break at the annual Hurricane Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) Drill at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Baton Rouge on May 21. The ROC Drill provides a collaborative environment for refining emergency response plans and improving coordination across commands. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Peter Drasutis)

Louisiana National Guardsmen from multiple units compare notes during a break at the annual Hurricane Rehearsal of Concept (ROC) Drill at the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Baton Rouge on May 21. The ROC Drill provides a collaborative environment for refining emergency response plans and improving coordination across commands. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Capt. Peter Drasutis)

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La. Guard rehearses emergency plans ahead of 2025 hurricane season

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
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Kentrell James Guillory

Kentrell James Guillory

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Two arrested on armed robbery, weapons charges following incident

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
Two men have been arrested on armed robbery and weapons charges after allegedly robbing another man who the suspects lured to location under the pretense of making a music video for which the victim would be paid. Kentrell James Guillory, 18, of Arnaudville, and Condrick Lewis Jr.
Bryan Hawkins

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St. Landry Parish Sheriff office announces recent narcotics arrests

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
Several Opelousas men were recently arrested on narcotics charges by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. • Bryan Hawkins, 36, arrested on a possession with intent to distribute Schedule II (Fentanyl).

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$110M investment in legacy Acadia oil refinery

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
ACADIA PARISH–Green Fuels Operating PC (GFO) formally announced late last week it will invest $110 million to transform the historic Evangeline Processing Facility in Acadia Parish into a Net Zero Emissions Technology (NZET) refinery.
The 2025 Horizon Ag Field Day, scheduled for June 23 at Richard Farms in Kaplan, is the place to be for updates on the top rice varieties planted in Louisiana this season as well as new Provisia® lines expected to be available in 2026.

The 2025 Horizon Ag Field Day, scheduled for June 23 at Richard Farms in Kaplan, is the place to be for updates on the top rice varieties planted in Louisiana this season as well as new Provisia® lines expected to be available in 2026.

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Horizon Ag Field Day scheduled

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
KAPLAN – The 2025 Horizon Ag Field Day, scheduled for June 23 at Richard Farms in Kaplan, is the place to be for updates on the top rice varieties planted in Louisiana this season as well as new Provisia® lines expected to be available in 2026.

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Area DOTD projects move forward

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
BATON ROUGE–The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced an update regarding the allocation of $67.5 million in supplemental funding aimed at enhancing the preservation and maintenance of roads, highways and infrastructure across the state.

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Eunice Airport to receive $95,000

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
WASHINGTON–U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) announced the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is granting Louisiana a total of $1,627,346.
According to the calendar, Summer officially begins June 20. However, in Eunice, Summer temperatures has already began. The Splash Pad at the Fairgrounds is officially opened to the public. On Tuesday afternoon Ed and Adelyna Ramirez, 7, were enjoying cool splashing water fun. (Photo by Myra Miller)

According to the calendar, Summer officially begins June 20. However, in Eunice, Summer temperatures has already began. The Splash Pad at the Fairgrounds is officially opened to the public. On Tuesday afternoon Ed and Adelyna Ramirez, 7, were enjoying cool splashing water fun. (Photo by Myra Miller)

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LDH urges residents to practice water safety

Myra Miller
Friday, May 30, 2025
BATON ROUGE — As summer kicks off, the Louisiana Department of Health is reminding families about the importance of water safety measures. Strong water safety practices can prevent drownings and serious water-related injuries, especially among children. Recent data compiled by the U.S.