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VPHS issues statement after homecoming incident

Ville Platte High School issued the following statement after its homecoming game was cancelled because of a shooting outside the stadium. What began as a beautiful Homecoming celebration ended in tragedy for so many.

Fatality is reported at homecoming game

Three people were shot, and one person was killed a gunshots cancelled the homecoming game at Ville Platte High against Church Point. The gunshots came from outside the stadium, about a block away. According to head coach Roy Serie, no word on the status of the game.

Gun shots interrupt Ville Platte homecoming game

Gunshots interrupted the Ville Platte High School homecoming game against Church Point. At the time of the incident, Church Point was leading Ville Platte 14-0 with 9:04 in the second quarter. Game is cancelled. This is a developing story, and more will be reported as it becomes available.

CEASE AND DESIST ORDER BURN BAN

As a result of the current weather conditions, it being extremely dry, Kevin Veillon, Evangeline Parish Police Jury President, has ordered a parish wide ban on all private burnings in the parish, including all municipalities.

Guillory reclaims Louisiana Tournoi championship

Staff Report VILLE PLATTE - After sitting out of the Louisiana Tournoi for the past few years, a former champion returned to his winning ways as he took home another top spot at this year’s event, which was held Sunday, October 11, at the Industrial Park.

Former fire chief dies

By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor Gregory Savoy, a longtime educator, firefighter, and community leader whose service touched generations of Basile residents, died October 9, 2026, at the age of 72. Born January 8, 1954, Savoy devoted much of his life to serving his family, students and community.

Two correctional officers arrested following internal investigation

VILLE PLATTE - The Evangeline Parish Sheriff's Office announces the arrest of two Evangeline Parish Detention Center correctional officers, Kiana Mayo and Bethaney Lewis, following an extensive internal investigation into alleged criminal activity occurring within the detention facility.

City in ‘strong financial position,’ says audit

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Casey Ardoin with Kolder, Slaven and Company presented a clean 2025 audit report during the October 13, meeting of the Ville Platte City Council.

Mayor gives update on hospital

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Ville Platte Mayor Ryan LeDay Williams, during the city council meeting held Tuesday, October 13, gave an update on Allegiance Management Group’s plans to move forward with the divestiture of Mercy Regional Medical Center.

Clerk of court announces pre-election courses

According to Evangeline Parish Clerk of Court Randy Deshotel, Louisiana state law requires pre- election courses be held for all commissioners in charge, commissioners, and alternates.