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A State Fire Marshal photo shows the recreational vehicle destroyed by fire Monday on Atterbury Road south of Eunice. A 67-year-old man died in the fire.

Fatal RV fire raises electrical concerns

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, May 3, 2024

State Fire Marshal Chief Bryan J. Adams is raising awareness about electrical fire hazards following a fatal fire in Eunice. Around 2:30 a.m. on Monday, Acadia Fire District 4 responded to a call for an recreational vehicle fire located in the 1600 block of Atterbury Drive in Eunice.

Rick Pavlu

Botanist details nature’s edible bounty

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, May 3, 2024

Did you know that a Yaupon Holly has caffeine in it? According to Rick Pavlu, a botanist, a great source of Vitamin C can come from Loblolly Pine pine needles. The Loblolly Pine’s botanical name is, “Pinus taeda.” Pavlu was the guest speaker Wednesday at the Eunice Rotary Club meeting.

Despite rain at noon on Thursday the National Day of Prayer was observed inside the lobby of the City Hall. Several people attended the prayer event led by Eunice ministers. Mayor Scott Fontenot, right, welcomed the group to City Hall. Standing next to the mayor is Police Chief Kyle LeBouef. (Photo by Myra Miller)

Day of Prayer observed here

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, May 3, 2024

Rain on Thursday did not stop the observance of the National Day of Prayer. The program, normally held outdoors at the City Hall, was moved inside to the lobby for a noon ceremony.

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller

Friday, May 3, 2024

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, May 1 Terry Fontenot, 27, 100 block of Prairie, Eunice. Probation violation.

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller

Friday, May 3, 2024

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, May 2 2:09 a.m. Caller reported that the door at Take 5 is opened, a person can walk into the office. 8:53 a.m.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller

Friday, May 3, 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, May 3 Johnathan Wilson, 21, 400 block of Beverly Blvd., Opelousas.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller

Thursday, May 2, 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. Thursday, May 2 Brandon Lee Ponthieux, 37, 100 block of Horseshoe Loop, Krotz Springs. Second degree battery. Arrested by St.

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller

Thursday, May 2, 2024

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Wednesday, May 1 Kelly Miller Lejeune, 48, 300 block of West Bacciochi, Eunice. Filing false records.

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller

Thursday, May 2, 2024

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Wednesday, May 1 12:36 a.m. Caller said subjects are stealing from The Arc bin. 3:13 a.m. Caller in the 200 block of North Bobcat said she thinks she hears someone outside of her residence near her carport. 8:37 a.m.

News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller

Thursday, May 2, 2024

National Day of Prayer set today The National Day of Prayer will be observed at noon today at the city hall parking lot and pavilion. There will be prayer led by area ministers. The public is invited.