Local

Mike Arnold, who was terminated from his job as Eunice fire chief after being accused of slapping a female volunteer firefighter in the buttocks area, was reinstated Wednesday night by the Eunice Fire and Police Civil Service Board.

Spring is marked by renewal, and for the religious members of the Eunice community, the Easter holiday also marks a time of rebirth and resurrection.

Rice farmers in south Louisiana have been taking advantage of favorable weather to start their growing season with estimates of more than half the acreage planted.

The Eunice Country Club will hold its annual Spring Classic April 11-12.
The format a two-man scramble for both days.
The entry deadline is at 5 p.m. April 10.
The entry fee is $230. Prizes are $600 for first place; $400 for second place; and $200 for third place.

From 5,000 to 6,000 people attended the 30th annual World Championship Crawfish Etouffee Cook-off, estimated Kelly Pitre, Eunice Chamber of Commerce presidnet.