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Volunteers paint exercise stencils next to the playground at Ruston Elementary. LSU AgCenter file photo by Cathy Judd.

Volunteers paint exercise stencils next to the playground at Ruston Elementary. LSU AgCenter file photo by Cathy Judd.

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LSU AgCenter program strives to increase physical activity among residents

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
Louisiana is one of the states with the highest levels of physical inactivity among adults, according to a study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Attendees tour the new Joint Cyber Range and Training Center during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the facility located on the Water Campus in Baton Rouge on Feb. 1. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to meet the current and future training needs for the Louisiana National Guard’s Cyber Protection Team, state and local cyber first responders, and industry partners. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Denis B. Ricou)

Attendees tour the new Joint Cyber Range and Training Center during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the facility located on the Water Campus in Baton Rouge on Feb. 1. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to meet the current and future training needs for the Louisiana National Guard’s Cyber Protection Team, state and local cyber first responders, and industry partners. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Sgt. 1st Class Denis B. Ricou)

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State-of-the-art cyber training facility opens in Baton Rouge

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
The Stephenson Technologies Corporation (STC) hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Joint Cyber Range and Training Center on the Water Campus in Baton Rouge on Feb. 1.
Damon Broussard

Damon Broussard

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Former police officer sentenced

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
A former Crowley and Lake Arthur Police officer was sentenced Tuesday to 40 years in prison. Damon Broussard’s crime is molesting a young child. His sentence comes nine years after charges were initially brought against him. He was found guilty in November of 2021.
Louisiana iris makes a great plant selection for wet areas. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

Louisiana iris makes a great plant selection for wet areas. (Photo by Heather Kirk-Ballard/LSU AgCenter)

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Shoring up your shoreline

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
Water is Louisiana’s most abundant resource, with more than 40,000 linear miles of rivers, streams and bayous and 400 miles of coastline, according to the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development. In addition to our many water bodies, Louisiana is no stranger to the rain.
John McLemore, center, was honored on his retirement from Eunice High School and 33 years of service at Thursday’s St. Landry Parish School Board meeting in Opelousas. From left, are Superintendent Patrick Jenkins, McLemore, and Eunice High Principal Mitch Fontenot. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

John McLemore, center, was honored on his retirement from Eunice High School and 33 years of service at Thursday’s St. Landry Parish School Board meeting in Opelousas. From left, are Superintendent Patrick Jenkins, McLemore, and Eunice High Principal Mitch Fontenot. (Photos by Harlan Kirgan)

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School Board settles on 4 new K-4 schools in tax proposal

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
The St. Landry Parish School Board in an 8-4 voted for a school plan that will build four kindergarten to fourth grade schools if a tax proposal passes on March 26. The sticking point to a unanimous consent was on whether to build two K-4 schools in the Beau Chene High School zone.
Nancy Carriere

Nancy Carriere

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Parish Council closed meeting to discuss spa bill

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
The St. Landry Parish Council held a special meeting closed to the public to discuss an attorney general’s opinion about a spa bill.
Wayne “Pop” Lavergne

Wayne “Pop” Lavergne

Wayne “Pop” Lavergne

Rebecca Chaisson
Friday, February 4, 2022
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Wayne “Pop” Lavergne announces the loss of their beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, and friend, who passed away on February 3, 2022, at his home surrounded by loved ones. He was 72. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 1 p.m.
Seized in arrest

Seized in arrest

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Brothers busted on beaucoup drug, weapon charges

Rebecca Chaisson
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Two brothers were busted on beaucoup drug and weapon charges on Tuesday at a residence in the 1700 block of La. 749, according to a news release from St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz.
St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests report

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St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

Myra Miller
Thursday, February 3, 2022
The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. February 3 Tyrus Cheeks, 31, 100 block of Nicole Lane, Opelousas. Criminal trespass, disturbing the peace, bench warrant. Arrested by Opelousas Police. Gregory G. Brown, 41, 400 block of Common Street, Opelousas.
Emma B. LeBlue

Emma B. LeBlue

Emma Louise Bordelon LeBlue

Myra Miller
Thursday, February 3, 2022
Emma Louise Bordelon LeBlue passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2022 at the age of 78. A Funeral Service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2022 at Quirk & Son Funeral Home of Eunice with Deacon Gary Gaudin officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Calvary Cemetery.