News

Harriet Ann Parrott Ardoin

Harriet Ann Parrott Ardoin was born November 13, 1930, in Eunice, LA. She passed away on December 29, 2023, at the age of 93.

John R. "Randy" Vidrine Sr.

EUNICE–It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of John R. Vidrine on Saturday, December 30, 2023, at the Ellington of Rayne surrounded by his loving family at the age of 79. A Celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m.

Joseph Alex "Wayne" Manuel

Joseph Alex "Wayne" Manuel passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at the age of 79. A Memorial Service will be held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 3, 2024 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home Chapel with Deacon Ryan Fuselier officiating.

Ronald James Bearb Jr.

Ronald James Bearb, Jr. passed away on Friday, December 29, 2023 at the age of 53. 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. Friday, Dec. 29 Mark D Ratliff, 30, 1300 block of Nash Drive, Opelousas. Bench warrant (2 counts). Arrested by Opelousas Police. James T. Joubert, 41, 2000 block of Highway 749, Opelousas.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Thursday, Dec. 28 12:24 a.m. St. Landry Parish Sheriff requested assistance at the 24/7 Express in reference to a subject causing a disturbance, and taking items while refusing to pay for them. 6:30 a.m.

News notes

St. Landry Parish inauguration set Jan. 8 An inauguration ceremony for St. Landry Parish’s recently elected officials is scheduled at 9:30 a.m. Jan. 8 in the Delta Grand Theater, 120 S. Market St, Opelousas.

Swamp Pop Reunion XVIII scheduled for Feb. 12

Swamp Pop Reunion XVIII will be held Feb. 12 at the Civic Center in Ville Platte the “Swamp Pop Capital of the World!” Ticket sales for this 18th annual event will begin Wednesday. Tickets will be sold on-line through Event Brite.com. Look for the Swamp Pop Reunion event on the Event Brite.

2024 gardening resolutions

Find five resolutions in this list of ideas to accomplish during the coming year. Happy 2024 gardening! Hang or build a bird feeder. Start a compost bin. Ask your grandparents what they grew in their gardens. Weave native plants into your flower beds.

From drought to frost: A gardener’s guide for changing climates

As we approach the year’s end, take a moment to think about the past gardening season. Louisiana gardeners experienced challenges from late spring freezes to a severe summer drought and scorching heat.