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6 indicted for 2020 cold case murder of Lawtell man

Six people, including the victim’s own son, were indicted on Friday for the second-degree murder of Joseph Vallian. At the time of his death, Vallian was 66 years-old and was the brother of local Dr. John Vallian, both from Lawtell.

Containers: An easy solution to many gardening conundrums

Expansive, in-ground flowerbeds and vegetable gardens aren’t for everyone. Maybe you want to grow just a few plants — either because of limited space or a desire for a minimal gardening commitment.

Fragrant low-light plants to freshen a bathroom

Humid loving, low-light, fragrant plants make a beautiful statement in a bathroom without using air freshener products which contain hidden toxic chemicals. Air fresheners are fast and easy but come with a high cost to human and pet health.

Why price controls don’t work, even for pencils

Why do some politicians and bureaucrats constantly forget that when governments meddle in our mostly free market that bad things happen?

Did fish tales lure movie moguls?

Promoters were not subtle when they tried to lure fishermen to Lake Catahoula in St, Martin Parish in 1921, “Every throw brings in a fish,” the notice in the St, Martinville Messenger promised. “Some of our local sports catch as many as four 18-inch perches at one throw.

Public can help stop some crimes

By Acadia Parish Sheriff K.P. Gibson I was born in the 60’s and grew up in a community where we played outside from dusk till dawn, rode our bikes everywhere and didn’t have a worry in the world.

St. Landry Parish marriage licenses

The following people obtained marriage licenses from the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court Office. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Jared Matthew Harbour and Kristy Lynn Fontenot, both of Port Barre. Devon Tarbell Williams and Mary Deyone Janice, both of Eunice. Friday, Aug.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial Court District. Monday, Aug. 12 Succession of Shirley Mae Richard Miller. Tuesday, Aug. 13 State of Louisiana vs Jason Keith Alexander Jr., non support. Succession of Gary Wayne Bertrand. Wednesday, Aug. 14 Joseph F. Godchaux Jr.

Let Teachers Teach policy reduces mandated teacher training

BATON ROUGE — Louisiana is implementing wide-ranging solutions proposed by State Superintendent of Education Dr. Cade Brumley to help eliminate classroom distractions for teachers.

Chataignier police chief gets raise

The Chataignier Village Council meeting, held Aug. 19 devolved into free-for-all discussions on topics ranging from pay raises for the chief of police and the village clerk to security concerns over the drug rehabilitation center located in the village.