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ECCBC announces Summer Concert The Eunice Community Concert Band and Choir announces its Summer Concert, “Celebrate 250 United States of America 1776-2026.” The concert will be held each evening at 7 p.m.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

The following are arrests by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. St.

Police Report

The following are arrests by the Eunice Police Department. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. City Police Friday, June 5, 2026 Perry Voris Jr., 35, of Bienville Ave., in Opelousas, was charged with a probation warrant, 2 counts.

Suspect faces felony charge involving inappropriate messages to juvenile

A Eunice man has been charged with felony indecent behavior with juveniles following allegations that sexually explicit messages were sent to a juvenile through text messaging and an online gaming platform.

Acadia Parish pair arrested for various sex crimes with minors

Two Acadia Parish residents have been arrested and charged with various sex crimes involving minors. Both minors resided within the same household as the suspects.

Lawmakers unsatisfied with ankle monitoring system

By Nolan Mckendry - The Center Square Several recently established laws meant to better enforce electronic monitoring for individuals on parole or out on bond have left lawmakers and law enforcement unsatisfied.

Wayne Toups to perform at America’s 250th birthday celebration

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Reeling in Memories

Megan Hill from Leonville and her husband, Jimmy, love to fish, but they hadn’t yet introduced the activity to their three kids. Megan recently saw a free fishing event being promoted on Facebook - hosted by Dads & Kids of Acadiana - and she immediately registered her family for it.

Public can attend and speak at school board retreat

By Bobby Ardoin Eunice News Correspondent A scheduled Saturday St. Landry Parish School Board retreat could also provide opportunities for individuals to share their input as the District meets to discuss impending financial difficulties.

Rodier always envisioned St. Landry Economic growth

Bill Rodier is being recognized by local business and elected leaders for his ability to promote St. Landry Parish and craft an economic model that has attracted continued financial development.