The annual Eunice Food Bank Food Drive was from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Tuesday. The food bank is located at 2101 West Ash, behind the DMV.
If you missed the food drive, the Food Bank will accept all food items, dry food items, boxed macaroni and cheese, canned goods, staples, toiletries, hygiene items, diapers, toilet paper, paper towels, as well as monetary donations.

Santa made a visit at the Eunice Community Garden Thursday evening during its third annual Christmas Festival.
Many families with children were on the grounds of the garden. The free Christmas event featured children’s games, activities, prizes and face painting. The garden grounds were decorated with Christmas lights and hanging ornaments. Many local businesses had booths designed for fun games, activities and different prizes.
Refreshments of popcorn, hot dogs, hot chocolate, and gumbo were served.

The Veterans Day ceremony at VFW Post 8971 was held inside the Post due to chilly and threatening weather on Nov. 11.