Students returning to class at Central Middle School after bomb threat

Eunice Police Department officers stand in front of Central Middle School following a bomb threat Thursday morning. The Eunice Fire Department, the Eunice City Marshals office and Acadian Ambulance also responded to the scene. Officials with the St. Landry Parish School Board were also at the school. (Photo by Claudette Olivier)

Students were returning to class around 11:30 a.m. following a bomb threat at Central Middle School Thursday morning.
Eunice Police Chief Randy Fontenot said a note was found in a bathroom by a student.

Experience Louisiana Festival sponsor

The Therapy Center: “As a native of Eunice, I am proud that The Therapy Center will be a sponsor of Experience Louisiana Festival. Our company was founded in Louisiana and currently serves 17 parishes across the state. We feel that operating in Louisiana - with its people and culture - is a vital part of what makes our company great.” M. Shane Castille, owner and physical therapist said. From left, are M. Shane Castille, Steve Coon, Pat Dossman, Shannon Lemoine and Stephen Van Hook.
(Submitted Photo)

The Therapy Center: “As a native of Eunice, I am proud that The Therapy Center will be a sponsor of Experience Louisiana Festival. Our company was founded in Louisiana and currently serves 17 parishes across the state.

Experience Louisiana Festival sponsor

Tri-Parish Bank: “Tri-Parish is so proud to sponsor and be a part of the Experience Louisiana Festival. What a fantastic opportunity to showcase our Louisiana traditions and culture to the world.” Gina McCoy, vice president and COO, said. “What is good for Eunice is good for Louisiana.” Randall Vigee, senior vice president and commercial lender, said. From left, are Pat Dossman, Gina McCoy, Kelly Pitre and Vigee. (Submitted Photo)

Tri-Parish Bank: “Tri-Parish is so proud to sponsor and be a part of the Experience Louisiana Festival. What a fantastic opportunity to showcase our Louisiana traditions and culture to the world.” Gina McCoy, vice president and COO, said.

LIBERTY CONCERT

Connie G, a high-energy performer with a variety of styles from rock to R&B and soul, is scheduled to perform Friday at the Liberty Center in Eunice. (Submitted Photo)

The Liberty Center is usually the venue to listen to Cajun, Creole and zydeco music.
On Friday the Liberty is to host a different sound as Connie G and Louisiana Red are scheduled to perform in a concert to begin at 7 p.m.

Experience Louisiana Festival sponsor

St. Landry Homestead: “I’m glad the Homestead can be a part of this momentous event. Our theme is ‘People First Since 1922.’ This project celebrates the people, culture and traditions of Louisiana, and that is certainly worth supporting.” Kip Bertrand, president and CEO said. From left, Dwight Jodon, Kelly Pitre, Candace Reeves, Pat Dossman and Bertrand. (Submitted Photo)

St. Landry Homestead: “I’m glad the Homestead can be a part of this momentous event. Our theme is ‘People First Since 1922.’ This project celebrates the people, culture and traditions of Louisiana, and that is certainly worth supporting.” Kip Bertrand, president and CEO said.

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Sports

MAMOU – In an impressive showing, Mamou earned a sweep over Eunice Monday in the season opener for both teams.

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Karla Bellon, left, and Michelle Brown shop Saturday at Gossip Boutique during the annual Noel on The Prairie.

The 17th annual Noel on the Prairie held Saturday and Sunday in Eunice drew many pre-holiday shoppers with 32 Eunice merchants offering customers discounts and sales. Above are shoppers at Holly’s Hobbies. (Photos by Myra Miller)

Obituaries

Irice Ann Darbonne Lavergne passed away on Thursday November 17, 2016 at the age of 73.
Burial will be held at Mt. Calvary Cemetery in Eunice.

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