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Agent started south Louisiana ‘log war’

In the early days of the southwest Louisiana timber industry, cutting trees from public land, or even land that belonged to somebody else, was an everyday occurrence. It got so bad that a special federal agent had to be sent in.

Early voting continues for April 29 election

Early voting for the April 29 election continues Monday through April 22 at registrar of voters offices. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Registrar offices include: In Acadia Parish, 568 NW Court Circle, Crowley. Contact the registrar’s office at 337-788-8841. In St. Landry Parish, 118 S.

Frequency of local tax votes questioned

Some lawmakers are concerned that local governments and political subdivisions are abusing the “in cases of emergency” exception in the Louisiana Constitution for submitting tax propositions more than once within a six-month period.

Bishop releases Good Friday message

Bishop Douglas Deshotel of the Lafayette Diocese released the following Good Friday message. Hello everyone, today, Good Friday is observed all over the world by Christians, who recall the momentous event of Jesus being tried, suffering and dying on the cross for the salvation of the world.

Information sought about dog-dragging

A search is underway for whoever dragged a 3-year-old pit bull behind a vehicle and seriously injuring the dog. The Humane Society of Louisiana is also asking for donations help with the dog’s treatment.

Lionel Anthony Miller

Lionel A. Miller passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2017, at the age of 62. No Services have been scheduled at this time. Lionel is survived by his daughter, Angel M.

Church Point council OKs hiring dispatcher, reserve officer

The Church Point City Council unanimously approved the hiring of Patricia Ann Citizen as a part time dispatcher and Michael Benoit as a part time police reserve officer at the April 3 meeting.

1 dead in Ville Platte house fire

State Fire Marshal investigators are looking into whether unattended cooking may have led to a house fire where a man’s body was recovered late Tuesday night. Investigators were dispatched to 1314 Dr.

Kenneth Ray Manuel Sr.

SPRING, TEXAS ~ Kenneth Ray Manuel, Sr., 60, passed away on April 6, 2017 at his residence in Spring, Texas. He was born on June 24, 1956 in Eunice, Louisiana.

Who’s unsafe on campus?

Springtime may be in bloom, but snowflakes never go out of season at America’s most prestigious colleges and universities. Quivering students at the University of Notre Dame launched a protest last week against the school’s decision to invite Vice President Mike Pence as commencement speaker.