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From left, are Dr. Hawk Cambron and Kim Bellon, FNP-C. (Submitted photo)

Louisiana Family Practice makes healthy changes, designated a WellSpot by LDH

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, September 9, 2022

Louisiana Family Practice has been designated a Level 2 WellSpot by the Louisiana Department of Health. WellSpots are spaces and places in Louisiana that voluntarily implement healthy changes in their environment to help their employees and community live well.

Kyle LeBouef

Kyle LeBouef announces for chief of police

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, September 9, 2022

Kyle LeBouef has announced he is a candidate for Eunice Police Chief in the November election. I was born June 5, 1961 in Eunice. My parents are James LeBouef (deceased) and Carol Ann Fournerat LeBouef. I have three siblings. Scotty LeBouef (deceased), Troy LeBouef, and LaRaie LeBouef.

Parish travel budget soars

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, September 9, 2022

The St. Landry Parish Council was forced to face a travel expense out of whack with its budget and the same can be said for the administration. The Council is about $17,000 over budget and the administration is about $10,000 over its travel budget.

Safety and security measures for the St. Landry Parish School Board athletic events were announced Thursday. From left, are Clarissa Johnson, St. Landry Parish athletic director; superintendent Patrick Jenkins, superintendent; Julius Alcindor, Opelousas mayor; and Martin McClendon, Opelousas police chief. (Photo by Tom Dodge)

Athletic event security

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, September 9, 2022

The St. Landry Parish School Board is implementing several safety and security plans for athletic events including a clear bag policy and online ticket purchases. “It is an exciting time of the year as the athletes begin participating in their different sports,” Superintendent Patrick Jenkins said.

Queen Elizabeth II is shown during a parade in Tampa, Florida, with Eunice resident Donna Baltakis at right in the background. (Submitted photo)

Eunice resident shares her encounter with Queen Elizabeth

Rebecca Chaisson

Friday, September 9, 2022

The death of Queen Elizabeth II prompted Eunice resident Donna Baltakis to share her encounter with the queen. The queen died at the age of 96 on Thursday at Balmoral Castle in Scotland after serving 70 years on the throne.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller

Thursday, September 8, 2022

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. September 8 Kenneth Troy Manuel, 26, 900 block of East Street, Opelousas. Felon in possession of a firearm (3 counts), bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.

Leroy "22" Monday

Myra Miller

Thursday, September 8, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of Leroy “22” Monday announces his passing on Friday, August 26 at 1:30 a.m. at the University Medical Center in Lafayette. He was 59. A memorial service will be celebrated on Saturday, September 10 from 10 a.m.

Eunice Police Arrests

Eunice Police Arrests report

Myra Miller

Thursday, September 8, 2022

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. September 7 Juvenile, 16, Eunice. Simple battery, resisting an officer. Juvenile, 13, Eunice. Simple battery, contempt of court.

Eunice Police Radio log

Myra Miller

Thursday, September 8, 2022

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs. Traffic stops are not normally included. September 7 06:57 Flagged down near Daiquir Shack, assisting an 18 wheeler. 07:06 Two suspicious subjects near Clanton. 07:34 Central Middle School in reference to traffic.

News notes items

News notes

Myra Miller

Thursday, September 8, 2022

Second annual Christmas Fest set Dec. 1 The second annual Eunice Community Garden Christmas Festival is set for Dec. 1 from 5:30 until 7:30 p.m. The free event will be held on the grounds of the Eunice Community Garden located behind the DMV at 2101 West Ash in Eunice.