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(Left photo) Firefighters work to put out the fire at The Crawfish Barn shortly after midnight on Saturday, January 25. (Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Veillon and by Ty Soileau)

(Left photo) Firefighters work to put out the fire at The Crawfish Barn shortly after midnight on Saturday, January 25. (Photo courtesy of Jeffrey Veillon and by Ty Soileau)

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Beloved local restaurant burns

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
By: TONY MARKS Editor As the area was emerging from a blanket of snow, tragedy of another element struck overnight on Saturday, January 25. At 12:26 a.m., 38 firefighters and 15 firetrucks from the Vidrine Fire Department, Mamou Fire Department, W.C.
Pictured is the front exterior of the new Gaga’s General Store, located on Beaver Road. It is located at the old Leman’s Store location. (Photo submitted)

Pictured is the front exterior of the new Gaga’s General Store, located on Beaver Road. It is located at the old Leman’s Store location. (Photo submitted)

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New business breathes new life into Beaver area

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Nestled at the intersection joining Allen Parish and Evangeline Parish, an historical building built in the 1950s known as the Leman Vidrine General Store is being reborn for a new generation as Gaga’s General Store.
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Qualifying period continues

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
The qualifying period for candidates interested in running in the March 29 election runs through tomorrow, January 31. Local candidates qualify with the Evangeline Parish Clerk of Court between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
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Mardi Gras lineup is announced

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
By: TONY MARKS Editor No Limit Riders has announced its lineup for Mardi Gras 2025. The schedule for Lundi Gras on March 3 is as follows: 5 p.m. - Rusty Metoyer and The Zydeco Krush 8 p.m. - Li’l Nathan and The Zydeco Big Timers/ DJ JDawg Sounds will be provided by JJ Caillier and No Limit Riders.
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NANCY HAMLIN

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Nancy Hamlin, a beloved educator and cherished mother, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at the age of 92. A lifelong resident of Ville Platte, Nancy dedicated her life to nurturing the minds and hearts of her community through her work as a teacher.
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ALBERTA FONTENOT SAUNDERS

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
Alberta Fontenot Saunders passed away at her home in Baton Rouge on Monday, January 20, 2025, at the age of 82. She was born in Ville Platte, on January 14, 1943.
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EMMA LOU FONTENOT THOMPSON

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
VILLE PLATTE - It is with great sadness that the family of Emma Lou Fontenot Thompson, 87, announces her passing on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Ville Platte. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 12 p.m.
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JERRY LEE BARE

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
A private memorial service for Mr. Jerry Lee Bare will be held for family and close friends, with Reverend Greg Willis and Reverend Robinson officiating under the direction of Rush Funeral Home, Oakdale. Mr.
Bearcat Romnyn Cortez (at right) was the runner-up in the heavyweight division at the La. Classic in Gonzales.

Bearcat Romnyn Cortez (at right) was the runner-up in the heavyweight division at the La. Classic in Gonzales.

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Cortez claims runner-up spot at Louisiana Classic

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor GONZALES - At the 52nd annual Louisiana Classic Tournament, held January 17-18 at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center, five Basile High wrestlers competed, with all of them winning at least one match.
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Demoralized democrats are dazed and confused

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Thursday, January 30, 2025
The election of 2024 was devastating for the Democratic Party, losing the White House and the U.S. Senate. Democrats were also unable to take back control of the U.S. House, leaving the party in the political wilderness.
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