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State Rep. Phillip DeVillier, right, is in the House Speaker’s office with outgoing speaker Clay Schexnayder on Jan. 8. The photo was taken before DeVillier took his oath as House Speaker. On Monday, DeVillier will preside over his first regular session as Speaker. He has presided over two special sessions. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

State Rep. Phillip DeVillier, right, is in the House Speaker’s office with outgoing speaker Clay Schexnayder on Jan. 8. The photo was taken before DeVillier took his oath as House Speaker. On Monday, DeVillier will preside over his first regular session as Speaker. He has presided over two special sessions. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

DeVillier settling into role as Speaker

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, March 8, 2024
State Rep. Phillip DeVillier is settling into his role as House Speaker after two special sessions and a regular session opening Monday. “It has been an interesting couple of months.

Police nab Walmart carjacker suspect

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, March 8, 2024
Eunice Police arrested a 24-year-old man suspected of a carjacking at Walmart near the grocery pick up area on Thursday. Police Chief Kyle LeBouef said police were called to the scene at about 1 p.m. “Prior to officers arrival, the suspect fled on foot.
Iris D. Miller

Iris D. Miller

Iris D. Miller

Myra Miller
Thursday, March 7, 2024
On March 6, 2024, we bid farewell to a beautiful soul who touched the lives of many with her warmth and generosity. Iris Miller, 99, born on August 18, 1924, has left a legacy of kindness and compassion that will forever be cherished by those who had the privilege of knowing her.
Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller
Thursday, March 7, 2024
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Wednesday, March 6 7:24 a.m. Wreck at CC Duson and Hwy. 190, two vehicles involved, no injuries. 7:52 a.m. Lobby complaint in reference to a subject that has Power of Attorney papers for his father’s truck. 9:36 a.m.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Thursday, March 7, 2024
The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. Thursday, March 7 Javon M. Hayward, 23, 600 block of Harvest Street, Oakdale. Possession with intent to distribute Schedule I CDS, suspended driver’s license, stop/yield sign violation. Arrested by Opelousas Police.
News notes items

News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller
Thursday, March 7, 2024
St. Francis School Night Out set March 16 St. Francis School will hold a Night Out Dinner & Auction from 6 to 11 p.m. Saturday, March 16 at the school’s gymnasium. It will be $100 per couple, donations will be accepted. There will be a live and silent auction, dinner and drinks.
The 38th annual Here’s the Beef Cook-off held Saturday at the Ag Arena in Opelousas

The 38th annual Here’s the Beef Cook-off held Saturday at the Ag Arena in Opelousas

Here’s The Beef Cook-off

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
The 38th annual Here’s the Beef Cook-off held Saturday at the Ag Arena in Opelousas. Sponsors are St. Landry Parish Cattlemen’s Association, Cattlewomen and the Louisiana Beef Industry Council For the first time the cook-off used the new stage at the arena. Some of the crowd is shown.
Claire Babineaux-Fontenot

Claire Babineaux-Fontenot

Babineaux-Fontenot speaker for UL Lafayette’s Women’s Leadership Conference

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
University of Louisiana at Lafayette alum Claire Babineaux-Fontenot will be keynote speaker for the 2024 Women’s Leadership Conference. She is chief executive officer of Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization and second-largest U.S. charity.

Tips sought in vehicle theft on Branch Highway

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Office detectives are investigating the theft of a vehicle from the 4500 block of Branch Highway sometime between Feb. 26 and March 1. Access into the vehicle was made by unknown means. The vehicle is described as a 2005 flatbed Dodge Ram 3500, white in color.