Council agrees to buy former golf course, old Lawtell High School
St. Landry Parish Council member Timmy Lejeune stands by a possible use of the old Lawtell High School property after Wednesday’s meeting where its purchase was approved. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
St. Landry Parish President Jessie Bellard, left, and Council member Harold Taylor meet before public hearing on Wednesday. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)
The St. Landry Parish Council agreed to buy the former Indian Hills Country Club in Opelousas and the abandoned Lawtell High School during a special meeting on Wednesday.
“We’re looking to do a sports complex right there for baseball, softball, soccer, any type of youth activities in the future,” said Jessie Bellard, parish president, of the 103-acre site just outside the east side of the Opelou…
