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Christmas traditions are the best

It’s the Monday before Christmas, and my daughter, her hair tied up snugly in a bun, plops herself down in the front seat of my car. And as I aim my trusty German import in the direction of her ballet school, she turns to me, her face aglow in the gray afternoon light, a plea in her eyes.

The busiest place on Christmas Eve

You have never seen a busier place than Santa’s workshop on Christmas Eve. This year, like every other for centuries, his sleigh must take off precisely at First Star Twinkle, North Pole Time. Somehow. his little helpers pull that off, year after year.

Did you know? Tips to help keep your holidays, vacations safe

As the holidays and vacations days approach, I would like to remind you of some key safety tips. Always be aware of your surroundings — look and see who is looking at you or is near you.

Troopers urge safe travel, personal responsibility during holiday travels

Louisiana State Police issued a news release Thursday with guidelines for motorists. By understanding and following the safety guidelines below, motorists can greatly reduce their chances of being involved in a serious injury or fatality crash.

Tri-Parish University of Louisiana Lafayette graduates announced

Fall 2017 graduates from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette include the following. Acadia Parish Baccalaureate Degree Arts — Leah Leona Hoffpauir.

Blanco receives honorary doctorate ‘birthday gift’

Former Louisiana Gov. Kathleen Babineaux Blanco walked into the Cajundome’s Mardi Gras Ballroom Dec. 15 before the University of Louisiana at Lafayette’s Fall Commencement.

Cleco names new CEO

The board of managers of Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC announced William “Bill” Fontenot as the new chief executive officer on Thursday. Fontenot most recently served as chief operating officer of Cleco Corporate Holdings LLC and interim CEO of Cleco Power.

One Acadiana announces next leader

One Acadiana (1A) announced the selection of Troy Wayman as its next president and CEO. Wayman is vice president of Economic Development for the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce, a 2,000-member organization and economic development group. Wayman’s appointment is effective Feb. 15.

Eunice Police dispatch radio logs

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Dec. 21 07:54 Lobby complaint about harassment. 07:59 Break-in at residence in the 200 block of West Maple. 08:58 Subject a hit a pole and left at Walmart. 09:03 Female said she hit the pole at Walmart.

Eunice Police arrests

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. Dec. 21 David Mayne, 20, 1800 block of West Dudley Street, Eunice. Probation violation and introduction of contraband in a penal facility. Deion Madison, 22, 200 block of Bayou Drive, Alexandria. Battery of a dating partner and false imprisonment.