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Briley’s Collectibles celebrates grand opening

News Staff

Monday, March 9, 2026

A ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Briley’s Collectibles was held on Saturday, February 28, at its location, 166 East Main Street, in Ville Platte. It was a gorgeous day for the special occasion. The event was a huge success.

Le Courir de Mardi Gras goes through Mamou

News Staff

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Under overcast skies, rowdy riders on horseback carried on the traditional custom of chasing after chickens as Le Courir de Mardi Gras took place in Mamou on Tuesday, February 17. The ride began and ended at the American Legion Hall on Main Street.

Swamp Pop Reunion Dance is held

News Staff

Thursday, February 19, 2026

The 20th annual Swamp Pop Reunion Dance was held at the Ville Platte Civic Center on Monday, February 16. During the celebration, Roy Chaffin and Tommy McLain were honored after both Swamp Pop stars had passed away since last year’s event.

Police jurors tour new parish jail at Ward 1 Industrial Park

News Staff

Thursday, February 12, 2026

Members of the Evangeline Parish Police Jury, on Thursday, February 5, toured the new parish jail, which is being constructed in the Ward 1 Industrial Park. Before taking the tour, the jurors gathered for a photograph at the entrance sign to the park.

Annual Pro-Life Walk is held

News Staff

Thursday, February 5, 2026

After being delayed by a week because of a blast of Arctic weather, The annual Pro-Life Walk was held Sunday, February 1, to mark the tragic court decision which legalized abortion throughout all nine months of pregnancy over 50 years ago. Following the 10:30 a.m.

Heritage Manor celebrates National Activity Week

News Staff

Monday, February 2, 2026

Heritage Manor Nursing Home celebrated National Activity Week this past week with many fun events for residents and staff. In the above photo, from left, are activity department staff members Nathalie Knott, Jasmine Fontenot and Activity Director Patricia Duplechin. Not pictured is Bridget Deville.

Foundation celebrates MLK Jr. Day

News Staff

Thursday, January 22, 2026

The Evangeline Parish Martin Luther King Jr. Foundation, held its annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration on Monday, January 19. The day began with a parade that went from Ville Platte City Hall to Ninth Missionary Baptist Church.

EP Tourism hosts dinner for parish queens heading to state competition

News Staff

Monday, January 19, 2026

Evangeline Parish Tourism President Tony Marks (left) shares a toast with Swine Festival Queen Andie Toups, Queen Cotton Chloe Guilbeau and Louisiana Tournoi Queen Taylyn LaCombe during a special presentation following the Tourism board’s monthly meeting held Thursday, January 15.

Season ends with Christmas Under the Oaks

News Staff

Monday, January 12, 2026

As the Christmas season was drawing to a close, the junior class of Sacred Heart School once again held its presentation of Christmas Under the Oaks. The event was held outside Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church on Wednesday, January 7.

SHS announces students of the year

News Staff

Thursday, January 8, 2026

Sacred Heart School announces its Students of the Year for the 2025 - 2026 school year.

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