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Prune roses soon to reinvigorate plants and promote fall blooms

As we enter the waning days of summer, many of our plants are just plain tired after enduring months of heat — and they’re showing it. Roses are no exception. They tend to get a bit leggy and overgrown this time of year, and you’ve probably noticed their blooms are smaller and less colorful.

Billy Ray Clark

Billy Ray Clark passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at the age of 61. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, September 13, 2024 at New Zion Baptist Church with Pastor Allen Ben officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

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, Sept. 5 Corey Rider, 41, 3200 block of Stagg Avenue, Basile. Driving under suspension, turning signals required, no insurance.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, Sept. 5 2:02 a.m. Suspicious vehicle reported at a business. 3:40 a.m. Suspicious subject near St. Thomas More Church. 4:19 a.m.

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, Sept. 6 Joey Ragas, 19, 400 block of Gerry Street, Opelousas. Hold for White Settlement Police Department, Texas.

Verna Joseph Darby

Verna Joseph Darby passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024 at the age of 64. No Services have been planned at this time.

Martin Lindig

Martin Lindig passed away on Wednesday, September 4, 2024 at the age of 63. No Services have been planned at this time.

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. Thursday, Sept. 5 Mark J. Dischler, 67, 1200 block of Kingery Road, Lake Charles. Aggravated crime against nature (2 counts). Arrested by St.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Wednesday, Sept. 4 2:53 a.m. Caller in the 500 block of EastAsh believes someone is trying to throw a brick at his home. 3:07 a.m. Caller in the 600 block of Farris reported an active disturbance. 6:44 a.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. Tuesday, Sept. 3 Juvenile, 15, Eunice. Disturbing the peace by fighting. Juvenile, 15, Eunice. Disturbing the peace by fighting.