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The Fontenot farm runs on a small staff, with most of the fishing done by family members themselves. (LSN photo by Alena Maschke)

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Between the levees, hopes for a long crawfish season emerge

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

By: ALENA MASCHKE Louisiana Farm and Ranch As Scotty Fontenot of Ville Platte drives his boat across one of his family’s crawfish fields, the water in front of him is clear to the ground, a sign that the crawfish aren’t quite moving yet. “We see crawfish, but it’s slow,” he says.

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Dardeau proves to be a team captain

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

By: FRANK LEGATO GGB Magazine Like many in our industry, Brandon Dardeau didn’t originally anticipate a career in casino operations.

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Wood pellet wishes clash with anti-carbon storage proposals

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

By: ELISE PLUNK Louisiana Illuminator Legislation to expand wood pellet manufacturing in Louisiana is gaining traction despite concerns over the industry’s connection to underground carbon storage, which has attracted a growing number of critics among state lawmakers.

Bieber, others win top honors

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

These junior Angus members won top honors in senior showmanship at the 2026 Louisiana State University (LSU) AgCenter Livestock Show’s Junior Angus Show, Feb. 20 in Gonzales, La.

EPSO Arrests

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EPSO Arrests

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

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

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City is approved for funding

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

Baton Rouge —On Thursday, March 19, the Louisiana State Bond Commission approved election applications for the following parishes: Acadia, Assumption, Bossier, Caddo, East Baton Rouge, Evangeline, Jackson, Jefferson Davis, Lafourche, Livingston, Natchitoches, Orleans, Ouachita, St.

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Energy assistance funds are available

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

The Evangeline Community Action Agency Inc. is announcing the availability of funds dedicated to assist eligible low income households with their energy payments. All applications are taken on a first come, first served basis.

SMC holds ribbon cutting for PP Community Clinic

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Thursday, March 26, 2026

A ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Pine Prairie Community Clinic was held on Friday, March 13, at its location, 1121 Walnut St, in Pine Prairie. It was gorgeous day for the special occasion.

From left, are Colin Gould, John Vidrine and Kevin Huval (president of Louisiana Folk Roots) perform for Rotarians during the March 17, meeting of the Ville Platte Rotary Club. They also shared details on the upcoming Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week, which will be held April 13-16 at Lakeview Park and Beach. (Gazette photo by Heather Bogard)

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Huval, with LA Folk Roots, discusses upcoming Balfa Week

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Monday, March 23, 2026

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Rotarian Misty Parker welcomed Kevin Huval, president of Louisiana Folk Roots, to speak at the March 17, meeting of the Ville Platte Rotary Club to discuss the upcoming Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week, which will be held April 13-16, 2026, at Lakeview...

From left are Evangeline Parish Superintendent Darwan Lazard, Chataignier Elementary Beta Club sponsor Sherelene Johnson, and Chataignier Elementary principal Leslie DesHotels. (Gazette photo by Tony Marks)

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Preschool sites, Beta Club sponsor gain recognition at school board meeting

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Monday, March 23, 2026

By: TONY MARKS Editor VILLE PLATTE - Academic achievements at the parish’s preschool sites and at Chataignier Elementary were recognized during the Evangeline Parish School Board’s meeting held Wednesday, March 18.

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