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Anne Legg

EUNICE-It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Anne Legg, who left us peacefully on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at the age of 91. Her family greatly mourns her loss but also celebrates the remarkable life she led.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. The Police Department changed the format from chronological to one based on officers who responded to calls. Friday, Feb. 27 There were 18 traffic stops from 8:36 a.m. until 1:04 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 28. Officer C.

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, Feb. 25 Gabriel Smith, 39, 1800 block of Lakeview Dr., Opelousas. Possession of Schedule I, possession of drug paraphernalia. Thursday, Feb.

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. Saturday, Feb. 28-Monday, March 2 Kerrie Don Semaire, 51, 1100 block of Hayward Street, Opelousas.

Monty Lou Putnam Stoute

Monty Lou Putnam Stoute, age 86, of Scott, Louisiana, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026. A service will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 12 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Basile with Pastor Mike Fontenot officiating.

Cecile "Faye" Prejean Dies

Cecile "Faye" Prejean Dies, born on February 1, 1955, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026. The funeral service will take place at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at 10 a.m., officiated by Deacon Gary Gaudin.

David Anthony Gaspard

David Anthony Gaspard, a cherished family man, passed away on February 28, 2026, at the age of 74. No Services have been planned at this time.

News notes

Pre-k Enrollment at Highland Early Learning Center set Highland Early Learning Center is having a Pre-K Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year. Students must be 4 years old by Sept. 30, 2026 to qualify for Pre-K. Visit Highland Early Learning Center for an application, 1341 Duck Avenue, Eunice.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. The Police Department changed the format from chronological to one based on officers who responded to calls. Thursday, Feb. 26 There were 15 traffic stops from 8:37 a.m. until 4:28 p.m. Officer C. Godeaux 12:31 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, Feb. 27 Kimberly C. Carriere, 37, 100 block of N. Barousse Street, Church Point. Bench warrant. Arrested by St.