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Golf instruction is offered at local academy

News Staff

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Swing Masters Golf Academy provides year-round access to golf instruction, mentorship, and personal development to underserved youth of the surrounding communities.

Krazy Cajun Cafe celebrates 10 years

News Staff

Thursday, June 19, 2025

The Krazy Cajun Cafe, of Mamou, celebrated its 10th year in business on Friday, June 13, with a ribbon cutting ceremony. A special menu and door prizes were offered for the event.

Mayor Ryan LeDay Williams (center) presents a proclamation to Boone’s daughters Carmen Bellard-Foutch (left) and Rachel Escamilla (right).

Waven Boone Day is held

News Staff

Monday, June 16, 2025

A ceremony honoring the artistic impact of the late Waven Boone was held on Friday, June 13, inside Ville Platte City Hall. The program included remarks from the Boone family, public officials, educators, friends, fellow artists and musicians, and former students.

Memorial Day is observed at courthouse

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Thursday, May 29, 2025

On Monday, May 26, Memorial Day was once again observed at the Evangeline Parish Courthouse. The event was led by J.D. Soileau, president of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 632. Deacon Ben Soileau, a retired United States Air Force general, led the invocation and the benediction.

Athletic physicals are held

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Monday, May 26, 2025

Medical professionals from across the community came together on Thursday, May 22, as Healthworks Rehab LLC, in Ville Platte, again hosted the high school athletic physicals for Ville Platte, Mamou, Pine Prairie, and Sacred Heart.

Clothing ministry holds ribbon cutting

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Thursday, May 22, 2025

The Gifts of Love Clothing Ministry, located at 822 West Hickory Street in Ville Platte, was blessed to celebrate its grand opening. Active students of the Red Circle Program were honored to cut the ribbon during the ceremony, which was held on Thursday, May 1.

Fusilier sworn in as Pine Prairie Magistrate

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Thursday, May 15, 2025

On Thursday, May 8, Assistant District Attorney Jacob Fusilier was sworn in as the new Magistrate for the Town of Pine Prairie. In the top left photo, he is sworn in by Ville Platte City Judge Greg Vidrine as his wife, Sherry, looks on.

Boggy Bayou Festival opening ceremony is held Thursday

News Staff

Monday, May 12, 2025

On Thursday evening, May 8, the Boggy Bayou Festival held its opening ceremony to kick off its festival weekend. Many were in attendance to enjoy the entertainment, food, rides and fun. The opening ceremony was led by former board member Bernice Ardoin.

New Boggy Bayou royalty is ready to represent festival

News Staff

Thursday, May 8, 2025

The 2025 Boggy Bayou royalty were crowned on Saturday evening March 15, at the Sherman Place Event Venue in Crooked Creek. The newly-crowned royals will reign over the 40th annual Boggy Bayou Festival, which begins in Pine Prairie today, May 8, and continues through Saturday, May 10.

Edwards receives proclamation from city

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Thursday, May 8, 2025

In recognition of coaching her Oakdale Lady Warrior basketball team to the state championship, head coach Renotta Edwards received a proclamation from her home town of Ville Platte on Friday, May 1.

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