News

Opening of boys’ home proposed to EPPJ

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor VILLE PLATTE - During a special meeting of the Evangeline Parish Police Jury, members heard from Kristy Landry and Eric Guillory about the possibility of acquiring property in Industrial Park for the purpose of building a 24-bed boys home for troubled youth.

At the Library

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LSUE launches series with legislators

EUNICE – LSU Eunice officially launched its new conversation series, “Let’s Talk,” on Thursday, September 25, with a program designed to foster dialogue and reflection on timely issues. The inaugural event, held in the South Commons Area of the Dr.

Capitol calling

By: DARREL LEJEUNE LSN Editor BATON ROUGE — From the quiet streets of Basile to the bustling halls of the Louisiana State Capitol, Alli Chaumont is proving that small-town roots can lead to big opportunities.

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.

Minister’s Corner: Godly sorrow

By: DR. BRIAN DORE’ Member of the Ville Platte Ministerial Alliance Over the years, I have seen many people who wept bitter tears because their sins were exposed. What they did in the dark was brought out in the light.

Heritage Manor News: Benefits of pets for seniors

(Editor’s Note: The following article was submitted by Patricia Duplechin, resident activity director at Heritage Manor Nursing Home in Ville Platte. This column runs every Sunday in The Gazette.) Lots of individuals do not realize pets are a big benefit for the elderly.

Queen Cotton LXXI crowned

Chloe Guilbeau, the 23-year-old daughter of Jacob and Amanda Guilbeau, of Rayne, was crowned Queen Cotton LXXI during pageant festivities held Saturday afternoon, September 20, at the Northside Civic Center.

Task force executes two arrest warrants

By: TONY MARKS Editor Members of the Louisiana Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force executed two arrest warrants recently.

Board welcomes new member, re-elects officers

By: TONY MARKS Editor VILLE PLATTE - The Ville Platte Fire and Police Civil Service Board welcomed Tilman Ben as its new board member during the meeting held Monday, September 22. Ben replaces former board member Donald Jones.