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McNeese names honor graduates, confers degrees

McNeese State University honor students were recognized at spring commencement ceremonies held May 13 in Burton Coliseum. Honor students recognized were: SUMMA CUM LAUDE (3.90-4.00): Brett Patrick Bel, Merryville; Michaela Grace Carroll, Pitkin; Drew M. Latour, Washington; Caleb M.

The Marks Post: Well... maybe I am bad luck

A few years ago, Oakdale held football coach Destin Dieterich called me bad luck because his team won the games I missed that season. The more time that goes by, the more I think he’s right. The latest instance is when I went to Hattiesburg, Miss.

Mamou Elementary announces honor students for fourth nine-weeks

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Mamou Elementary School recently announced its honor students for the fourth nine weeks grading period as follows: Pre-K: Perfect Attendance - Finnley Ardoin, Easton Manuel, and Jodi Young.

Bayou Chicot Elementary announces honor students for fourth nine-weeks

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Bayou Chicot Elementary School recently announced its honor students for the fourth nine weeks grading period as follows: Kindergarten: Superintendent’s List - Angelynn Davis, Mason Ferguson, Kenna Fontenot, Landrie Fontenot, Erin Johnson, Preslee Marcantel,...

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail. Arrested were the following persons: • Tramakker Fontenot, 42, Ville Platte, was arrested June 2, 2022, by the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office for simple battery. Fontenot was released on no bond.

Brock brings ‘joie de vie’ wherever he goes

By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor A year from now, many in attendance at Sam Houston High School’s recent graduation ceremony will not remember the name of the class valedictorian, but there is no doubt they will remember who Brock Jordan is. Brock lives in Moss Bluff with his parents, Brad and Lori.

Turkey Creek reports recent arrests

Staff Report Officers with the Turkey Creek Police Department, on Thursday, May 12, were conducting traffic control on Red Roberts Rd. when a tan in color Toyota Camry was traveling well above the posted speed limit.

Candidate announcement: Robin Young, Mamou councilman, seeks re-election in District 4 in the upcoming November election

Staff Report Robin Young is seeking re-election to the Mamou Town Council, and his announcement as follows: “I Robin Young, announce my candidacy for re-election for Mamou Town Council District Four.” “To the good people of District Four and Mamou I have the experience and dedication for the job.

At the Library

Summer Reading all over Evangeline Parish has begun! This week from Tuesday, June 7, through Thursday, June 9, you can enjoy the unique talents of Chatty the Mime from New Orleans. Chatty the Mime has captivated audiences for years with her playful antics and whimsical routines.

EPSO Arrests

The Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the following recent bookings into the parish jail.