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Distracted drivers cause more than 5,000 crashes a year in La.

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Distracted driving is a serious problem on Louisiana roads, with more than 5,000 crashes featuring injuries or fatalities occurring annually by drivers who are distracted by a passenger, something outside the vehicle, or a hand-held phone.

Agents cite Evangeline Parish man for turkey hunting violations

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries enforcement agents cited a Turkey Creek man for alleged turkey hunting violations on March 25 in Evangeline Parish. Agents cited Darwin W. Nelson, 43, for hunting turkey over a baited area and contributing the delinquency of a juvenile.
St. Landry Crime Stoppers issued surveillance photos linked to the theft of an antique tractor on April 1.

St. Landry Crime Stoppers issued surveillance photos linked to the theft of an antique tractor on April 1.

Antique tractor stolen from Palmetto area field

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
St. Landry Crime Stoppers needs help in solving a theft of farm equipment in the Palmetto area. During the afternoon hours on April 1, the property owner arrived at 1434 Highway 360 and noticed that his antique 1955 John Deere 40-V tractor was missing from the field behind the barn.

Teachers’ Retirement pays $83M in Tri-Parish

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana (TRSL) reports Tri-Parish retirement dollars paid in 2022 totaled $83,365,094. Tri-Parish recipients averaged $25,690 per year. TRSL reports paying $630 million in retirement income to retirees and beneficiaries in Acadiana.

Tri-Parish workforce down 0.5%

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The Tri-Parish workforce in February was down 312 people or 0.5% compared to a year ago in February, according to Louisiana Workforce Commission statistics released Tuesday. The report also shows Tri-Parish unemployment rates are holding steady.
Eunice puppy shown in water. (Louisiana Human Society photo)

Eunice puppy shown in water. (Louisiana Human Society photo)

Eunice pet owner cited for cruelty to animals

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
A citizen contacted the Humane Society of Louisiana (HSLA) on March 18 to report that a puppy was being mistreated in of Eunice. The citizen sent HSLA a photo of a chocolate pit bull puppy chained and sitting in a puddle.
Dean Whitsett, center was among the veterans attending Vet Fest at LSUE on Saturday. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

Dean Whitsett, center was among the veterans attending Vet Fest at LSUE on Saturday. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

Vet Fest grows

Rebecca Chaisson
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
About 100 people attended Vet Fest at LSUE on Saturday where a two-hour symposium was loaded with information for veterans and their families. John Hamlin, vice chancellor of Academic Affairs and provost at LSUE, welcomed the participants and attendees.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. April 5 Thaddaeus Tieuel, 43, 1000 block of Jackson Street, Melville. Issuing worthless checks. Arrested by Louisiana State Police. Jessie Houston, 44, 1200 block of Oak Road, Opelousas. Cruelty to the infirm.
Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The following are arrests by Eunice Police. April 4 Kevin Rico Cane, 52, 1200 block of Ina Claire, Opelousas. Probation warrant.
Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller
Wednesday, April 5, 2023
The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. April 4 00:27 Caller in the 500 block of East Maple said a subject is sleeping on her mother’s couch and is refusing to get up. 01:13 911 caller in the 1300 block of West Maple said a subject hit her.