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Dr. Rachael Tate

Dr. Rachael Tate to serve as chief medical officer at OGHS

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Dr. Rachael Tate, OB/GYN, has been selected by Kenneth Cochran, RN, DSc, FACHE, president & CEO of Opelousas General Health System chief medical officer effective Dec. 12. Tate will be responsible for optimizing clinical operations using performance excellence tools.

Louisiana’s holiday float to appear in both the 96th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City and the 2023 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

Rose Parade float riders feature former Shriners Hospital patient, 20 La. queens from around the state

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Louisiana will once again parade across the national stage during the holiday season, officially announcing floats and riders in both the 96th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City and the 2023 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

3 more amendments on Dec. 10 ballot

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Early voting Saturday includes the runoff for Eunice alderwoman in Ward 2. Incumbent Germaine Simpson is challenged by Jacqueline “JuJu” Valare. Vallare won 36% of the vote and Simpson had 33% in the Nov. 8 election.

Former Mayor Kenneth Peart’s Smiley Express brightens the 2021 Eunice Christmas Parade. The parade is scheduled on Dec. 15 (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Christmas season is about to launch

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

The Thanksgiving leftovers are in the freezer or refrigerator as Christmas season begins in Eunice. The kickoff event is the Christmas Festival from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 1, at the Eunice Community Garden, located behind the DMV at 2101 West Ash. The festival is free.

Dr. Tina Stefanski

State’s flu rate leads nation

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

Flu cases in Louisiana have risen to the highest point in five years, according to the Louisiana Department of Health, and a recent study by Walgreens also shows Louisiana has the highest flu rate in the country right now.

The average cost in Louisiana of ingredients for a Turkey Day spread for 10 people is $50.43, according to the Louisiana Farm Bureau Federation. That’s down $6.98 from last year’s state average and $13.62 less than the 2022 national average. (Photo by V. Todd Miller/LSU AgCenter)

Thanksgiving budgets: Dollars and sense

Rebecca Chaisson

Wednesday, November 23, 2022

In Louisiana and across America, consumers have been coping with rising grocery costs all year. With Thanksgiving approaching, there’s finally good news for local shoppers preparing for a big holiday meal. The average cost in Louisiana of ingredients for a Turkey Day spread for 10 people is $50.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. November 22 Quentin Hawata Omar Jones, 34, 1100 block of Garland Avenue, Opelousas. Improper telephone communications, disturbing the peace (2 counts). Arrested by Opelousas Police.

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. November 21 01:04 911 caller in the 500 block of Lewis requested an ambulance, unknown reason. 01:18 Caller in the 100 block of Mamie said subject is beating her and disturbance is in progress.

Horace Darbonne

Myra Miller

Monday, November 21, 2022

BASILE– It is with heavy hearts that the family of Horace Darbonne announces his passing on Monday, November 21, 2022 at the Southwind Nursing Home in Crowley at the age of 69. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at St.

Loretta Deshotel West

Myra Miller

Monday, November 21, 2022

Loretta Deshotel West passed away on Monday, November 21, 2022 at the age of 82. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Chataignier with Father Darren Elridge Celebrant.