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ELWYN SAUCIER FONTENOT

Elwyn Saucier Fontenot, a beloved matriarch, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025, at the age of 88 in Alexandria. Elwyn was born on Sunday, April 4, 1937, in Mamou and dedicated her life to her family and her community, embodying the true spirit of generosity and compassion.

STAGG G. DUPLECHAIN

Stagg G. Duplechain passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, in Eunice, at the age of 94. Stagg was born on Thursday, January 29, 1931, in Basile and was known for his loving personality and hard work. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at St.

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.

Public hearing is set for adjusted millage rates

Notice is hereby given pursuant to Art. 7, Section 23 (C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705 (B) that a public hearing of the Evangeline Parish Police Jury will be held at the Evangeline Parish Police Jury’s Office Building in the conference room located at 1008 W.

Rescue groups work together to save emaciated pit bulls

VILLE PLATTE — Two animal rescue organizations recently joined forces to save two emaciated pit bulls from a neglectful owner. The Humane Society of Louisiana (HSLA) and Hayden’s Hoofbeat Haven and Training are seeking donations for the dogs’ vet care and looking for someone to adopt them.

Trump and Kennedy are placing patients first

In 2019, President Donald Trump issued a sweeping Executive Order, 13877 that placed the needs of patients first. It called for hospitals to provide price transparency for patients. This was the type of healthcare cost reform that was needed for decades, as prices were often hidden from patients.

Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame announces 2026 induction class

NATCHITOCHES – Recent Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame inductee Sylvia Fowles, NFL stars Joe Horn, Todd McClure and Pat Williams, Major League Baseball All-Star Jonathan Lucroy and legendary basketball coaches John Brady, Mike McConathy and Dewain Strother make up a star-studded eight- member group...

Juvenile is arrested in theft of Tahoe

Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that an arrest has been made in the case of a 2021 black Chevrolet Tahoe that was stolen at approximately 8:30 p.m. Friday, August 15, 2025, from the Ville Platte Walmart Parking lot on East LaSalle Street. The vehicle was recovered after 2:00 p.m.

Mayor announces new businesses coming to Ville Platte

(Editor’s Note: The following is an announcement from Ville Platte Mayor Ryan LeDay Williams.) I AM EXCITED TO ANNOUNCE THAT TWO NEW BUSINESSES WILL SOON BE LOCATING WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF VILLE PLATTE.

Colonel Cotton and Marshal of Grand Parade of Cotton are announced

Members of the Louisiana Cotton Association have been working on the 71st annual Louisiana Cotton Festival, which will be held from Monday, October 6, through Sunday, October 12, 2025. They are pleased to announce the royalty for the 71st Louisiana Cotton Festival.