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ALISON MARIE ASWELL

VILLE PLATTE - Alison Marie Aswell, known for her warm smile and kind heart, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024, at the age of 47. She was a shining light in the lives of many. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12 p.m. today, May 16, 2024, at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

The most important date in American history

In our country’s 248-year history, there have been many important dates, such as July 4, 1776, April 9, 1865, December 7, 1941, and September 11, 2001. Yet, there is an upcoming date that is arguably even more important: November 5, 2024.

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.

EPSO works on Crimestoppers program

Evangeline Parish like most parishes are not immune to criminal activity. Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s office has been improving our methods to curtail crime as each year rolls by.

Boggy Bayou Festival opens

The 39th annual Boggy Bayou Festival kicked off on Thursday, May 9, with its opening ceremonies. In the top photo, Miss Boggy Festival Kale Cloud (right) is pictured as she places the crown on this year’s king, Bryon Scott Johnson (center). Also pictured is outgoing king, Kerry Paul Fontenot.

Budget issues in Mamou are addressed

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Council member Ricardo “Rico” Goodley, during the May 8, meeting of the Mamou Town Council, addressed budget issues. He said, “I have been wanting to address what is on my heart.

Myers plans ground-up approach for PPHS football

By: RHETT MANUEL Sports Editor PINE PRAIRIE – It’s a place that hasn’t tasted much success on the gridiron throughout its program history. But, one thing remains true.

Blooming where planted: Bourgeois is named 2024 Woman with Heart

Staff Report OPELOUSAS - The Women United of St. Landry-Evangeline United Way hosted its 12th Annual Women With Heart Luncheon and Awards event on Wednesday, May 8, at the Opelousas Civic Center. This popular event awarded two outstanding women from six nominees from St.

At the Library

The Library Board of Control and staff from around the parish extend warm wishes to all of the mothers in Evangeline Parish and abroad for a happy and memorable Mother’s Day! Here’s another thank you for making our 2024 Spring Library Fest a huge success!

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.