Louisiana’s ambitious plan to save and restore its coastline is stalled amid lawsuits seeking to halt the Mid-Barataria Sediment Diversion project. But federal officials warn the state could lose more than $2 billion if it does not commit to finishing the project. (Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority)
Sen. Heather Cloud, R-Turkey Creek, is proposing a constitutional amendment that could lead to more minors being sentenced to adult prisons. (Greg LaRose/Louisiana Illuminator)
A portion of the Eunice wastewater treatment facility off of Sittig Street. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
St. Landry Parish Sheriff Maj. Mark LeBlanc, Crime Stoppers coordinator, speaks to the Parish Council on Wednesday about a program to combat littering and dumping. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
The rain was pouring down during a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate new restrooms at East Elementary in Eunice on Wednesday. Among those present were St. Landry Parish School Superintendent Milton Batiste III, assistant superintendents, several School Board members, Lemoine Company representative, and the instructional leadership team of East Elementary. At the center of the photo, cutting the ribbon is School Board President Mary Ellen Donatto and Principal Gina LaGrange. The new restrooms are funded b