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Jenene McManus Smith

Myra Miller

Monday, November 18, 2024

Jenene McManus Smith passed away on Friday, November 15 at the age of 81. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, November 18, 2024 at St Thomas More Catholic Church with Father Sam Fontana Celebrant. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Amanda Nicole Fontenot

Myra Miller

Sunday, November 17, 2024

With profound sadness, the family of Amanda Nicole Fontenot shares the news of her passing on November 15, 2024, at the age of 41 while at Acadian Medical Center.

News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller

Sunday, November 17, 2024

KPC & Ladies Auxiliary seeks new members The St. Mathilda Council 92 Knights of Peter Claver and Court 92 Ladies Auxiliary are seeking new members. If you are a practicing Catholic man or woman, 18 years or older, you are invited to apply for membership.

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller

Sunday, November 17, 2024

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Thursday, Nov. 14 Nicklos Dupre, 26, 700 block of East Vine, Eunice. Aggravated battery of dating partner, unauthorized entry of inhabited dwelling.

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller

Sunday, November 17, 2024

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, Nov. 14 10:17 a.m. Caller reported a suspicious person walking around the area of Kim’s. 11:41 a.m. Caller reported a person on the railroad tracks on North Vivian. 1:06 p.m.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller

Sunday, November 17, 2024

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Friday, Nov. 15 Kerrie Don Semaire, 49, 1100 block of Hayward Street, Opelousas. Bench warrant (3 counts). Arrested by St.

St. Landry Parish Government is asking for the public’s assistance following the recent theft of a traffic safety sign from the intersection of La. 754 and Jessie Richard Road.

St. Landry Parish seeks public’s help after theft of traffic safety sign

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, November 15, 2024

St. Landry Parish Government is asking for the public’s assistance following the recent theft of a traffic safety sign from the intersection of La. 754 and Jessie Richard Road. The sign, valued at about $3,300, is critical in maintaining safe road conditions in the area.

Fertilize soil not the plant

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Friday, November 15, 2024

Fertilizers improve soil health so that the essential nutrients are available for a plant to soak up through its roots. All plants need rich fertile soil to grow their best and stay healthy. Adding nutrients already plentiful in the soil may cause more harm than good for the plant.

To get a look at a tree’s roots before purchasing, gently slip it out of its container. (Photo by Randy LaBauve/LSU AgCenter)

It’s a good time to plant a tree. Here’s how to decide on one that’s right for you.

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, November 15, 2024

If you’ve been thinking about adding a tree to your yard, now is the time to do it. And if you haven’t given it much thought, now is a perfect opportunity to consider planting a tree. Trees, in short, are great.

Celebrating our great Americans

Harlan Kirgan

Friday, November 15, 2024

Celebrating our great Americans (November 11) When he was told he had only weeks to live, his response was telling. He was calm and at peace. At 82, he told his children, he had lived much longer than he expected. He had fought in World War II, after all — the “big one” as he called it.