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Shooting Death Near VPHS Homecoming

Chief A. Perry Thomas reports that detectives with the Ville Platte Police Department, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Police and the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Office, are investigating a shooting that left one person dead and two others injured on Friday evening, October 16.

State of disrepair

By: TONY MARKS Editor Chicot State Park has long been considered the crown jewel of Evangeline Parish. But now, as time goes by, the shine of the crown is showing its age. Conditions in the park are in need of repairs.

Early voting begins for Nov. election

By: TONY MARKS Editor Early voting for the November 3, election will begin Tuesday, October 20 and end on Tuesday, October 27. Early voting will not be conducted on Sunday, October 25.

Council clarifies open meetings law

By: TONY MARKS Editor TURKEY CREEK - During a special meeting of the Turkey Creek Village Council, Mayor Bert Campbell claimed the council’s previous regular meeting was illegal because personnel was mentioned.

Local physician passes away at 79

By: TONY MARKS Editor A local physician, Dr. Thomas Yves Soileau, known to many as Tommy, passed away on October 10, 2026, in Ville Platte, at the age of 79, surrounded by the love of his family.

Speed bump removal is discussed

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor MAMOU -During the October 14, meeting of the Mamou Town Council, Scot “Skippy” Trahan addressed the council with concerns regarding the removal of speed bumps along Rue Jolie Blon in District 3.

Prairie Manor Nursing Home named one of America’s best nursing homes for 2027 by Newsweek Magazine

By: HEATHER BOGARD Associate Editor Prairie Manor Nursing Home in Pine Prairie was recently selected by Newsweek Magazine as one of America’s Best Nursing Homes for 2027. According to Newsweek, “Choosing a nursing home involves evaluating factors such as quality of care, services and facility size.

MHS 2026 Homecoming Court announced

Mamou High announces its 2026-2027 Homecoming Court.

At the Library

Early Notice: Ask-A-Lawyer Event , October 26. The Ville Platte Main Library will host a free Ask-A-Lawyer event on Monday, October 26, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the library’s meeting room.