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St Landry Sheriff’s Office offers Multi-State Concealed Permit Training Class

The St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office will host its one-day concealed carry permit training class on Saturday, Aug. 24 beginning at 7:30 a.m. at 211 West Park, Eunice.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, Aug. 8 6:08 a.m. Caller in the area of Park and 6th said she can hear two subjects arguing on bikes. 11:17 a.m. Disturbance reported at 600 block of College. 12:05 p.m.

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Thursday, Aug. 8 Kodi Manuel, 29, 100 block of Mamie, Eunice. Contempt of court, 2 counts. Kaylen Sonnier, 25, 400 block of South 13th, Eunice.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

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, Aug. 9 Joshua James Vidrine, 34, 200 block of Gulino Street, Opelousas. Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.

News notes

EMTL fall registration set The Eunice Men’s Tennis League (EMTL) will begin its 2024 fall season league on Aug. 19. Registration is underway through Aug. 12 at the law office of Terry Hoychick, 141 South 6th, Eunice. Dues are $30. Captains’ meeting is set for 5:30 p.m. Aug. 12 at Hoychick’s office.

Helmut Labrentz

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Helmut Labrentz on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the age of 80. Helmut passed away at Acadia St. Landry Nursing and Rehab in Church Point. A Funeral Service to honor his life will take place on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at 11 a.m.

Fête-Dieu du Teche Eucharistic Procession focuses on Mississippi River

The 10th annual Fête-Dieu du Têche, born 10 years ago on the bayou will “jump ship” this year and will travel 130 miles on the Mississippi River.

DeVillier, Henry say budget gap will shrink

After adjourning a meeting of the Joint Budget Committee, Senate President Cameron Henry and Speaker of the House Phillip DeVillier say they’ll be working together in the interim to address the initial budget forecast.

Ville Platte man killed in hit-and-run crash in Acadia Parish 

Shortly after 12:00 a.m. Friday, Louisiana State Police Troop I troopers began investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian near the intersection of Jasmine Road and Interstate 10 Service Road in Acadia Parish. The crash claimed the life of 41-year-old Coby Ortego of Ville Platte.

Buzz off! Deet-free DIY mosquito repellent

Deet free DIY mosquito repellent is a safer way to make summer outdoors more fun. There are several essential oils that work well in a spray for skin. Put 50 drops of eucalyptus essential oil in a glass spray bottle along with 2 ounces of water and 1 ounce of vodka, shake well and spray on skin.