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State Rep Julie Emerson, right, talks with St. Landry Parish Assessor Sherri Zeringue McGovern at the Eunice Rotary Club metting on Wednesday. At center is Eunice Mayor Scott Fontenot. Emerson, who heads the House Ways and Means Committee, spoke about tax issues at the meeting held at LSUE. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

State Rep Julie Emerson, right, talks with St. Landry Parish Assessor Sherri Zeringue McGovern at the Eunice Rotary Club metting on Wednesday. At center is Eunice Mayor Scott Fontenot. Emerson, who heads the House Ways and Means Committee, spoke about tax issues at the meeting held at LSUE. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

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Louisiana faces key tax policy decisions

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, October 18, 2024
One of the key figures in crafting a new tax policy for Louisiana, Rep. Julie Emerson, said “... the tax system is something that has really been needing reform, for a very, very long time.” Emerson spoke about those reforms to the Eunice Rotary Club meeting at LSUE on Wednesday.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

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St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 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. Thursday, Oct. 17 Willie Adolph Jones, 33, 1600 block of Amy Street, Ville Platte. Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests

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Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, Oct. 16 Terry Tracy, 44, 1000 block of North Vivian, Eunice. Hit and run, aggravated battery. Casey Joseph, 33, 600 block of E. Jefferson St., Ville Platte.
Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

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Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 17, 2024
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Wednesday, Oct. 16 5:45 a.m. Suspicious person at Walking Parking. 6:47 a.m. Caller in the 300 block of North 12th said her gas meter is leaking. Gas department is notified. 10:14 a.m.
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News notes items

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News notes

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Anniversary concert at First United Methodist Church The dynamic duo of Timothy and Hosanna Noble will present a concert at the First United Methodist Church as part of the 130th anniversary celebration. The church is located at 501 S. 5th St., Eunice. The concert is to be held at 6 p.m. Oct.
Lonell Burnett White

Lonell Burnett White

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Lonell Burnett White

Myra Miller
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Lonell Burnett White passed away on Wednesday, October 16, 2024 at the age of 84. A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday, October 18, 2024 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Gary Gaudin officiating. Cremation will follow.
The First United Methodist Church, 501 S. 5th St., of Eunice is celebrating its 130th anniversary on Oct. 26 and 27. (Photo by Dwight Jodon)

The First United Methodist Church, 501 S. 5th St., of Eunice is celebrating its 130th anniversary on Oct. 26 and 27. (Photo by Dwight Jodon)

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First United Methodist Church of Eunice to celebrate its 130th anniversary

Myra Miller
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
By Stephen Guempel The First United Methodist Church of Eunice is celebrating its 130th anniversary. Kicking off the celebration will be a concert presented by the duo Timothy and Hosanna Noble of Ohio at 6 p.m. Oct. 26 and at 9:30 a.m. Oct. 27. The community is invited to attend.
Christine Flowers

Christine Flowers

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Sex, lies, and other distractions

Myra Miller
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Kamala Harris is making the rounds to friendly media, which is what insecure politicians tend to do. She hasn’t ventured often into the areas where she might not receive fawning attention and wholehearted appreciation.
Jim Brown

Jim Brown

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Don’t count on lower insurance rates

Myra Miller
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Louisiana legislators are ringing their hands over the increasing cost of property insurance. “How are we going to bring insurance premiums down? What to do, what to do?” Will enforcing stronger building codes work? How about giving grants for people to reinforce their roofs?

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Opelousas Pregnancy Center plans annual fundraiser

Myra Miller
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
The Opelousas Pregnancy Center announces its annual Be the Spark Gala on Oct. 26 at Our Savior’s Church Opelousas. This year’s theme, “Anchored in Hope,” reflects the center’s mission to be a beacon of refuge for women facing unexpected pregnancies.