News
Myra Miller
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. The Police Department changed the format from chronological to one based on officers who responded to calls.
Tuesday, April 14
There was one traffic stop at 11:08 a.m.
Officer D. Spears
3:42 a.m.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Boardwalk calls this their Week of Caring. They provide four hours of volunteer time with trusted nonprofit partners, offering a variety of ways to give back to the community. This is an annual event that Boardwalk plans to do for the Eunice Food Bank. (Photo by Rebecca Chaisson)
Eunice Food Bank continues to serve less fortunate thanks to local donations
Myra Miller
By Rebecca Chaisson
Special to the
Eunice News
When a local family experiences a house fire and loses everything, they often find help on the far side of the city’s Department of Motor Vehicles building.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
St. Landry Parish School Board Superintendent Milton Batiste, III pictured at meeting. (Photo by Bobby Ardoin)
St. Landry School Board Superintendent Batiste gets extension
Myra Miller
By Bobby Ardoin
Eunice News
Correspondent
A one-year extension request by St.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Pat and Cindy Onire of Mississippi, pictured left, playing their instruments during the celebration. The week was not only about music but also featured crafts, food, workshops and more. (Photo by Bobby Ardoin)
Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week celebrated
Myra Miller
By Bobby Ardoin
Eunice News
Correspondent
Musical notes from Cajun fiddles, guitars and accordions playing traditional French songs swept gently across the Lakeview Campground on Monday for the opening of the annual Balfa Cajun And Creole Heritage Week.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Eunice City Council promotes Classic Car and Truck Show
Myra Miller
By Rebecca Chassion
Special to Eunice News
“Mark your calendar for June 6th,” announced an excited Eunice Mayor Scott Fontenot as he set the stage for this year’s Fifth Annual Spring into Summer Classic Car and Truck Show.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
DOTD announces start of emergency cross drain replacement project
Myra Miller
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announced that beginning Monday, April 13, construction has begun on a $260,000 emergency cross drain replacement at the intersection of LA 13 and W. Ash Ave.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Acadia Parish teenager killed in ATV crash
Myra Miller
Church Point – On April 11, shortly after 8 p.m., Louisiana State Police Troop I began investigating a fatal two-vehicle crash on Louisiana Highway 95 near Wikoff Cove Drive in Acadia Parish. The crash claimed the life of 17-year-old Hayden Castille of Branch.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Lottie Rose Young Keith
Myra Miller
Lottie Rose Young Keith, born August 1, 1939, passed away on April 13, 2026, at the age of 86. She leaves behind a legacy marked by creativity, dedication, and a deep love for her family and community.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, April 17, 2026, at 11 a.m. at St.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Andy James Fontenot
Myra Miller
Andy James Fontenot, born on June 24, 1969, and passing from this world on April 14, 2026, left an indelible mark on all who knew him through his spirited creativity and the warmth of his heart.
His journey will be commemorated with a Memorial Service held on April 18, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Eunice Police Arrests report
Myra Miller
The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Friday, April 10
Ricky Thibodeaux Sr., 61, homeless, Eunice. Theft, remaining after forbidden.
Sunday, April 12
Ebony Alexander, 36, 800 block of South Beulah, Eunice.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026