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THE OLD MCCLELLAND FARM - This aerial shot of the McClelland Farm in rural Evangeline Parish was taken approximately 50 years ago. The home pictured was the second on site and was sold and moved into the town of Basile years ago. All of the outlying buildings shown have been demolished and replaced, but the oak trees shown (planted in 1922) still stand.

THE OLD MCCLELLAND FARM - This aerial shot of the McClelland Farm in rural Evangeline Parish was taken approximately 50 years ago. The home pictured was the second on site and was sold and moved into the town of Basile years ago. All of the outlying buildings shown have been demolished and replaced, but the oak trees shown (planted in 1922) still stand.

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Old McClelland has a farm

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Thursday, December 11, 2025
By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor TIGER POINT — A local family’s long history of farming has earned them a special place in Louisiana’s agricultural legacy.
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Candidate announcement policy is given

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Thursday, December 11, 2025
The Ville Platte Gazette will publish announcements for candidates in the November 3, 2026, primary election at no charge when accompanied by payment for advertising.
Volunteers at the Christian Care and Share Center are preparing for the 39th Annual Food For Families Drive, which will be held Tuesday, November 9. Seated in front is Eugene Fontenot. Standing in back, from left, are Sarah Webb, Melissa Arvie, Becky Miller, Michelle David, Liz Vidrine, Kaera Doucet and Hillery Richard. Not pictured are Mary Freeman, Eva Smith, Rose Fontenot, Monette Richardson, Sharlene Znamierowski, Claudia Ortego, and Darlene Soileau. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

Volunteers at the Christian Care and Share Center are preparing for the 39th Annual Food For Families Drive, which will be held Tuesday, November 9. Seated in front is Eugene Fontenot. Standing in back, from left, are Sarah Webb, Melissa Arvie, Becky Miller, Michelle David, Liz Vidrine, Kaera Doucet and Hillery Richard. Not pictured are Mary Freeman, Eva Smith, Rose Fontenot, Monette Richardson, Sharlene Znamierowski, Claudia Ortego, and Darlene Soileau. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

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FoodNet Drive to be held

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Monday, December 8, 2025
Staff Report The 39th Annual KLFY-TV 10 Food for Families FoodNet Drive will be held Tuesday, December 9, from 5 a.m. until 8 p.m. at many locations throughout Acadiana.
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VPPD releases info on crash into business

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Monday, December 8, 2025
Chief A. Perry Thomas, of the Ville Platte Police Department, reports that approximately an half hour after midnight on Wednesday, December 3, a late model, dark gray GMC Sierra with a personalized Army plate was used to break into Tobacco Plus, located at the 1000 of E. Main St. The truck has...
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At the Library

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Monday, December 8, 2025
Due to the cold and wet weather, we feel it is in everyone’s best interest to postpone the Library Christmas Fest to Saturday, December 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. We want this to be a wonderful event where the community can come out and enjoy the celebration in better weather conditions.
EPSO Arrests

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EPSO Arrests

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Monday, December 8, 2025
The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Savoy Internal Medicine holds grand opening

Savoy Internal Medicine holds grand opening

Savoy Internal Medicine holds grand opening

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Monday, December 8, 2025
A ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Savoy Internal Medicine was held on Thursday, November 20, at its location, 1413 7th Street, in Mamou. It was a gorgeous day for the special occasion. The event was a huge success. Shown in center, cutting the ribbon is Dr. Scott Parks.
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EPSO responds to standoff

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Friday, December 5, 2025
On December 4, 2025, Narcotic Agents were conducting a surveillance operation within the Bond Road of Redell. Agents had momentarily parked at the intersection of Lahaye Road and Old Highway 13 in the parking area of the Car Wash.
SPECIAL THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION HELD - The Second Annual Community Thanksgiving gathering and meal was held at the Northside Civic Center on Sunday, November 23. A large turn out enjoyed the delicious meal and fellowship. Pictured above, those in attendance dig into the homecooked meal prepared and sponsored by members of the community.

SPECIAL THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION HELD - The Second Annual Community Thanksgiving gathering and meal was held at the Northside Civic Center on Sunday, November 23. A large turn out enjoyed the delicious meal and fellowship. Pictured above, those in attendance dig into the homecooked meal prepared and sponsored by members of the community.

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Giving thanks together

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Thursday, December 4, 2025
Submitted by: LINDA FONTENOT Founder of Save Our Community Kids Adventures Camp November 23, 2025, was one amazingly blessed day for our community in Ville Platte!
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Special budget meeting is held

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Thursday, December 4, 2025
By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor MAMOU - During a special meeting held on Tuesday, December 2, the Mamou Town Council proposed an ordinance to amend the 2025 fiscal year budget. The council also proposed an ordinance to adopt the 2026 fiscal year budget.
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