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David Stephens

Myra Miller

Monday, October 9, 2023

Eunice– It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family announces the passing of David Stephens on Friday, October 6, 2023 at Lafayette General Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was 69 years old. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1 p.m.

2024 Get It Growing Calendar cover. Photo by Claudia Husseneder

Get It Growing calendar prepares gardeners for 2024

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

This 2024 LSU AgCenter Get It Growing calendar will again supply garden enthusiasts with lots of horticulture information, gardening tips and beautiful pictures.

This summer’s drought has been tough on plants such as these elephant ears and Louisiana irises. There is now concern about salt intrusion in the water supply.

Growing concerns: The salty struggle in the garden

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

Persistent drought conditions in Louisiana are raising concerns among homeowners and gardeners statewide. Along the coast, a troubling development is saltwater intrusion.

Is this remnant of American culture doomed, y’all?

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

“Where’s your Bayer?” I vividly remember that question from my high school job working in a convenience market in my Tennessee hometown. A buxom young lady from out-of-town posed the query and I helpfully directed her to the section of the store showcasing our aspirin, bandages, Merthiolate, etc.

The president’s dogs that bite people

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

President Biden is being dogged by a unique White House problem. About a week ago, Biden’s German Shepherd, Commander, bit a secret service officer — Commander’s 11th secret-service-officer biting since he moved to the White House in December of 2021.

George B. Zigler went to Jennings in 1901 thinking he had only months to live. Instead of dying, he built an enduring legacy as an astute businessman and beloved philanthropist.

Zigler made a fortune from ‘worthless’ wells

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

George B. Zigler went to Jennings in 1901 thinking he had only months to live. Instead of dying, he built an enduring legacy as an astute businessman and beloved philanthropist.

St. Landry Parish civil cases

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

The following are civil cases filed in the 27th Judicial District Court. Wednesday, Sept. 27 TD Bank USA et al. Vs Mary C. Boss, open. Account. Velocity Investments. Vs Corey Benoit, open. Account. Cameron Kent Sonnier vs State of Louisiana, name change. Succession of Betty J. Israel Scruggins.

Evangeline Parish Sheriff Charles Guillory

Evangeline Parish sheriff rejects jail bids as too high

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

Evangeline Parish Sheriff Charles Guillory has rejected all bids for the new parish jail. The sheriff announced he, along with architect Alex Deshotel and four general contractors, opened bids for the new parish jail on September 14.

Evangeline Parish readies for internet

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

During the October 2 meeting of the Evangeline Parish Police Jury, President Bryan Vidrine urged parish residents to let their voices be heard concerning internet coverage in their area.

Festivals Acadiens et Créoles dancers. (Photos by David Simpson)

Festivals Acadiens et Créoles offers guide

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, October 6, 2023

LAFAYETTE — Festivals Acadiens et Créoles has a little bit of something for everyone.