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Brent Coreil honored as Rotarian of the Year

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Monday, July 13, 2026

During the July 7, meeting of the Ville Platte Rotary Club, President Dr. Kirk Soileau (left) presented long-tine member Brent Coreil with the Rotarian of the Year Award.

Jiu-Jitsu students place at tournament

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Thursday, July 9, 2026

Inner Game Jiu-Jitsu took six competitors to a tournament at Gladiators Academy in Youngsville. The group ended the tournament with 12 wins and 3 losses in 15 matches and received three gold medals and two silver medals.

City celebrates 4th of July

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Thursday, July 9, 2026

The City of Ville Platte held its 3rd Annual Celebration of Independence on Friday, July 3, at the Ville Platte Civic Center. The event featured live musical performances from Geno Delafose, David Sylvester, and Roi Chip Anthony.

Storm debris is cleared

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Monday, July 6, 2026

Another round of strong weather passed through the area on Wednesday, July 1, causing several trees to fall. One tree, in Ville Platte, according to reports, fell on a power line causing a power outage across areas of the city.

Youths learn of endangered species

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Monday, July 6, 2026

As part of its summer program, the Evangeline Parish Library hosted Brittany Palode, with the International Crane Foundation, for an exciting program where children learned about the world of whooping cranes through stories and craft projects.

United States Trivia

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

Check out this United States trivia as a way to celebrate our nation's independence.

Ceremony is held honoring Darwan Lazard

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Ceremony is held honoring Darwan Lazard

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

A ceremony marking three milestones was held Friday, June 26, at the Ville Platte Civic Center. The ceremony was held to honor Reverend Darwan Lazard for his birthday, his retirement as Evangeline Parish Superintendent of Schools, and his reception of an honorary doctorate degree.

Sweeties head to state

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Sweeties head to state

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

The Pine Prairie Sweetees 6U team earned a 1st-place finish in the District Tournament, securing their spot in the Louisiana State Tournament in Alexandria. The girls will begin State Tournament play on July 10.

Mamou 6U All-Stars win district championship

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Mamou 6U All-Stars win district championship

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Thursday, July 2, 2026

The Mamou 6U DYB All-Stars won the district championship after beating Ville Platte twice to finish with a 4-1 record. The team will now head to state in Metairie July 9-12.

Fourth season of rec basketball is held

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Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Councilman Shawn Roy recently held his fourth season of the St. John Summer Recreational Basketball League. It is a free Summer League, and it also has free Skills and Drills Camp two days a week.

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