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Mamou Elementary announces honor students for first nine-weeks

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
Mamou Elementary School recently announced its honor students for the first nine weeks grading period as follows: Pre-K: Perfect Attendance - Lola Chapman, Alahni Dicks, Elle Fruge, Drake Lagrange, Kollins Ortego, Ayla Thomas, Callen Landreneau and Mila Landreneau.
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PPPD responds to social media threat

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
On October 27 th , 2023 Pine Prairie Police received a complaint from a school administrator in reference to a juvenile making a threat to Pine Prairie High School on social media. It was investigated and the juvenile was charged and released to the custody of their parent.
Congressman Mike Johnson (center), newly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, shares a laugh with Joey West (left) and former School Board President Wayne Dardeau (right) during a town hall event held last year in Pine Prairie. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

Congressman Mike Johnson (center), newly elected Speaker of the House of Representatives, shares a laugh with Joey West (left) and former School Board President Wayne Dardeau (right) during a town hall event held last year in Pine Prairie. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

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Mr. speaker

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Monday, October 30, 2023
By: TONY MARKS Editor After receiving every vote from his Republican colleagues in the United States House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, who represents Louisiana’s 4th Congressional District, edged out Democratic nominee Hakeem Jeffries to become the next speaker of the house.
Ryan (center) and Jamie Vidrine (right), of Flat Town Farm Supply and Hardware, are dressed up as Luigi and Princess Peach as they pass out candy at the Rock the Block event held in Ville Platte on Thursday. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

Ryan (center) and Jamie Vidrine (right), of Flat Town Farm Supply and Hardware, are dressed up as Luigi and Princess Peach as they pass out candy at the Rock the Block event held in Ville Platte on Thursday. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

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The Spooky Spectacle

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Monday, October 30, 2023
By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor Over the past quarter-century, Halloween has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from a simple night of trick-or-treating into a full-fledged holiday season rivaling the likes of Christmas and Easter.
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EPSO receives DOJ compliance report

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Monday, October 30, 2023
By: TONY MARKS Editor The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office has received its fourth compliance report from the Department of Justice, which shows significant improvements since the agreement was reached in 2018.
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CARRIE THOMPSON SOILEAU

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Monday, October 30, 2023
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Monday, October 30, 2023, in Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church for Carrie Thompson Soileau, 84, who passed away on October 24, 2023. Fr. Steve LeBlanc will be celebrant of the Mass and will conduct the funeral services.
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At the Library

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Monday, October 30, 2023
On Monday, October 30, the main library will host a Kid’s Bingo at 4 p.m. with lots of Halloween prizes to win! Seating is limited so come early! Our Chess Club will also meet at 4 p.m. in another area of the library. Please share this good news.
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Early voting begins Friday, November 3

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Monday, October 30, 2023
Early voting for the November 18 election will begin Friday, November 3, and end on Saturday, November 11. Early voting will not be conducted on, Sunday, November 5, and November 10. Early voting will be conducted at the registrar’s office between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.
DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISITS - Shown, from left, are Rotary District 6200 Governor Ken Firmin; his wife, Judy Firmin; and Rotary President Brian Ardoin. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

DISTRICT GOVERNOR VISITS - Shown, from left, are Rotary District 6200 Governor Ken Firmin; his wife, Judy Firmin; and Rotary President Brian Ardoin. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

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Ville Platte Rotary: District Governor visits, discusses club history/projects

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Monday, October 30, 2023
By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Rotary District #6200 District Governor Ken Firmin visited the Ville Platte Rotary Club on October 24. He gave a brief background of the history of the Rotary organization, noting it was originally formed by Paul Harris in Chicago, Illinois in 1910.
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Louisiana Swine Festival is set in Basile

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Monday, October 30, 2023
BASILE - Everyone is invited to attend the 2023 Louisiana Swine Festival will be held Nov. 3-5 in Basile with the activities of the weekend centered at the Town Park at 2000 Stagg Avenue. Enjoy Friday’s Talent Show at 6 p.m. at the Basile HIgh School gym.
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