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Opelousas woman arrested following alleged threats against teacher

An Opelousas woman was arrested after allegedly making threatening communications against the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office and a school employee, according to Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz.

Police: Eunice man arrested after woman allegedly prevented from leaving residence

A Eunice man was arrested early Sunday after police alleged he prevented a woman from leaving a residence during a domestic disturbance. Robert Anthony Thomas, 47, was arrested on one count of false imprisonment following the July 19 incident, according to Eunice Police Chief Kyle LeBouef.

Eunice man pleads guilty to receipt of child pornography

LAFAYETTE – Scott Martel, 36, of Eunice, pled guilty in federal court this week to Receipt of Child Pornography. Martel faces up to 20 years in federal prison for the charges. His sentencing is scheduled for October 13, 2026.

DOTD announces $9.1 million highway improvement project on LA 29 in Evangeline and St. Landry parishes

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces that construction is underway on a $9.1 million highway improvement project on LA 29 from LA 13 to LA 758 in Evangeline and St. Landry parishes. The 5.

Daddy & Daughter Dance

By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor Dads & Kids of Acadiana brought another family-centered event to the Tri-Parish area with their Daddy & Daughter Dance in Ville Platte over the weekend.

Glamour Shot Girls

By Rebecca Chaisson Managing Editor For Virginia Coreil and Angela Greaud, starting a dance group wasn't about creating polished performances or chasing perfection. It was about giving women a reason to laugh, connect and do something fun for themselves.

Parish TRO Request Denied By Court

By Bobby Ardoin Eunice News Correspondent A state district court judge has refused to issue a temporary restraining order request filed in June by the parish government, which alleged that water pumped by a Melville-area farming operation has been responsible for damaging parish roadways and...

Eunice News candidate announcement policy is given

The Eunice News will publish announcements for candidates in the November 3, 2026, primary election at no charge when accompanied by a $250 payment for advertising.

Registrar of Voters reports important election info

The St. Landry Parish Registrar of Voters announces the congressional redistricting process has been completed pursuant to R.S. 18:1276, resulting in changes to the congressional districts that represent voters in St. Landry Parish. Effective immediately, St.

Local candidate qualifying starts August 5

By Bobby Ardoin Eunice News Correspondent The numerous St. Landry Parish political office races scheduled for the November 3 election officially begin Aug. 5 with three days of qualifying under the direction of the Clerk of Court. There’s a full slate of local and parish positions available for St.