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Eye doctor focuses on ‘big 4’ eye conditions

Dr. Gregory Richard spoke about eye conditions at the Eunice Kiwanis meeting Thursday. Richard has opened an ophthalmology practice in Eunice. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

Screening is the key to optimum vision, Dr. Gregory Richard, an ophthalmologist, said as he talked about the “big four” eye conditions at the Eunice Kiwanis Club meeting Thursday.

Energy downturn impacting area jobs

Bill Rodier, executive director of the St. Landry Economic Development District

An increase in the unemployment rate is being blamed on the growth of the labor force in Louisiana, according to a news release from the Louisiana Workforce Commission.
The employment situation in south Louisiana is likely tied to the oil and gas industry’s downturn.

School Board plans retreat on finances, buildings

Mary Ellen Donatto, a Eunice St. Landry Parish School Board member, speaks about a retreat for board members. (Photo by Harlan Kirgan)

St. Landry Parish School Board members may hold a retreat to discuss the school district’s finances and building plans.
The board’s Building, Lands and Sites Committee agreed recently to seek to determine if the legal firm it employs could provide a mediator for a retreat.

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