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Sampson takes oath of office

Arthur Sampson, of Ville Platte, was sworn in as the newest member of the Ville Platte Housing Authority on Thursday, June 29. He is pictured on the right as he takes the oath of office from the honorable Judge Chuck West of the 13th Judicial District. (Photo courtesy of Arthur Sampson)

Mamou Coach Pitch All-Stars win district title

The undefeated run continues for the Mamou Dixie Youth Coach Pitch All-Stars as they won the district tournament in Ville Platte. The team now competes in the state tournament in Metairie beginning on Thursday, July 13.

Vietnam Veterans of America holds state convention, presents awards

The Vietnam Veterans of America held its 34th annual State Convention from June 23 through June 25 at Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder. Friday night featured a hospitality night, an auction, and a live band; on Saturday night, the state council held its awards banquet.

Mamou Coach Pitch All-Stars head into district undefeated

The Mamou Dixie Youth Coach Pitch All-Stars scored 96 runs, allowed 13 runs, and went undefeated in six games during their sub-district tournament. The team now plays in the District 7 Tournament, which begins today at the Ville Platte/ Evangeline Parish Recreational Complex.

Manuel is named Rotarian of the Year

Bob Manuel (right) was honored as Rotarian of the Year during the annual Ville Platte Rotary Club Installation Banquet held Tuesday, June 20.

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DYB All-Stars season gets underway

Dixie Youth All-Stars began play this past weekend with the District 7 Sub-District T-Ball Tournaments. Three teams from Evangeline Parish competed in the East Sub-District Tournament in Oberlin. Ville Platte East ran through the tournament undefeated and won the championship.

Savoy Medical Center welcomes the 2023 AHEC students

Evangeline Parish High School students, who are interested in learning about the medical field before choosing their career path, are given the opportunity to experience day-to-day operations in a real-life healthcare setting at Savoy Medical Center for two weeks to see if the medical field is a...

Support personnel are honored; Soileau is district winner

The 2023 Support Personnel of the Year Gala was held Tuesday, May 23, at the Crawfish Barn. In the top photo are the honorees from each school campus/ department.

Copeland wins at convention

Shirley Copeland, a resident of Heritage Manor Nursing Home, received three ribbons, as well as cash prizes, in two categories (seasonal and miscellaneous) at the recent state nursing home convention held in Baton Rouge. (Photo courtesy of Heritage Manor)