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Pictured is the police presence near the intersection of 6th Street and Poinciana Avenue in Mamou where multiple people were injured in a shooting on Mardi Gras night. Two are confirmed dead following the incident. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

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Mass shooting erupts during Mardi Gras in Mamou

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

By: GARLAND FORMAN Publisher “Laissez les bons temps rouler” was happening all weekend in Mamou for Mardi Gras celebrations on Tuesday afternoon. Family, neighbors, and friends gathered along Sixth Street to listen to Cajun and Zydeco music.

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Musician provides eye witness account

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

By: TONY MARKS Editor MAMOU - As the good times were rolling in Mamou, on Mardi Gras, during a performance from Chris Ardoin and Nustep Krewe, shots erupted. Following the incident, Ardoin posted a video on social media where he described the series of events that transpired.

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JOHN RODRICK FONTENOT

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

VILLE PLATTE - With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of John Roderick Fontenot, 83, of Ville Platte, who peacefully entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his loving family. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m.

n the left photo is the sellout crowd as it enjoys the show.

Swamp Pop Reunion Dance XIX is held

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

The 19th Swamp Pop Reunion Dance was held at the Ville Platte Civic Center on Monday, March 3.

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Trump’s first six weeks have saved the Union

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

On Tuesday night, President Donald Trump delivered an unofficial “State of the Union” address to the United States Congress and to the American people. It was his first major speech since the start of his second presidential term.

The Alamo, in San Antonio, Texas, is pictured. (Photo by Tony Marks)

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Local connection to Jim Bowie is explored

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Thursday, March 6, 2025

By: ROBIN MILLER The Advocate (Editor’s Note: On this date, in 1836, Jim Bowie was among those killed in The Alamo.) It's been said that the Bowie knife was created in Holmesville. It's also been said it was created by a blacksmith in Abbeville.

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Multiple Mardi Gras shootings are reported in Mamou

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Tuesday, March 4, 2025

According to reports, multiple people were injured in separate Mardi Gras shootings in Mamou. One fatality is being reported. This investigation is ongoing, and more will be released as it becomes available.

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Monday, March 3, 2025

The fifth and sixth grade students at Sacred Heart were treated to a Mardi Gras celebration on the high school football field, on Thursday, February 27. Wanda Verrette, Mamou Mardi Gras Co-Captain Kade Verrette, and Mark Young spoke about the history and traditions of the Mamou Mardi Gras.

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Allegations of abuse arise against police chief

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Monday, March 3, 2025

By: TONY MARKS Editor An officer with the Ville Platte Police Department alleges actions of abuse committed by Chief of Police Al Perry Thomas.

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Davis remains passionate about education

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Monday, March 3, 2025

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Velma Semien Davis retired from her 35-year career with the Evangeline Parish School System on May 31, 2002. A graduate of Grambling State University, she received a degree in social studies with a minor in library science.

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