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Zydeco and Creole accordion master Randall Jackson returns to the Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, just north of Opelousas.

Zydeco and Creole accordion master Randall Jackson returns to the Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, just north of Opelousas.

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Creole-speaking Texan returns to Zydeco Capital Jam

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, October 4, 2024
Zydeco and Creole accordion master Randall Jackson returns to the Zydeco Capital Jam from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 12 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Center, I-49 exit 23, just north of Opelousas. Jackson is the 2014 winner of the Texas Big Squeeze Accordion Contest in the zydeco category.
Braneshea Moore

Braneshea Moore

LSUE’S Braneshea Moore wins national nursing educator award

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, October 4, 2024
LSU Eunice’s Braneshea Moore, an assistant professor of nursing, has been named the 2024 Elsevier Educator of the Year by the Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN). Moore officially receives the honor at the OADN Convention in Tampa, Florida, from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.

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School Board increases Christmas stipend

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, October 4, 2024
The Christmas stipend for non-certified St. Landry Parish public school employees will increase from $750 to $1,000 this year. The Board approved that raise at its Thursday meeting.
David Kyle Vincent Sr.

David Kyle Vincent Sr.

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David Kyle Vincent Sr.

Myra Miller
Friday, October 4, 2024
David Kyle Vincent, Sr. passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024 at the age of 62. No Services have been planned at this time.
Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

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Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller
Friday, October 4, 2024
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, Oct. 3 12:48 a.m. Caller in the area of West Vine and North 9th said a subject is walking and looks like he is intoxicated. 2:45 a.m.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

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St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Friday, October 4, 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, Oct. 4 Scotty Aymond, 52, 200 block of Child Street, Eunice. Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Nicklous Thomas

Nicklous Thomas

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(Updated) Sheriff: Eunice dealer nabbed in jail contraband case

Rebecca Chaisson
Thursday, October 3, 2024
A man described as a significant narcotics dealer was arrested in connection with the contraband smuggling case involving a St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s corrections officer, according to Sheriff Bobby Guidroz.
Irene B. Ortego

Irene B. Ortego

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Irene B. Ortego

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 3, 2024
EUNICE–With heavy hearts, the family of Irene B. Ortego announces her peaceful passing on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the Carpenter House in Lafayette at the age of 80. A Celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m.
Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests

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Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller
Thursday, October 3, 2024
The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, Oct. 2 Darrell Jones, 63, 500 block of Kyries Hebert, Eunice. Disturbing the peace. Thursday, Oct. 3 Sadie Roosa, 29, 8400 block of Eunice-Iota Hwy., Eunice.