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ODD: Parks, Downtown, Southside

May 24, 2026
ODD: Parks, Downtown, Southside BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor Although no official action was taken, there was plenty of discussion at the monthly Opelousas Downtown Development District meeting Friday morning about the economic and developmental progress for three major Opelousas geographic areas. The appointed ODD members heard a progress report from city code enforcement director Lance Ned who updated issues connected with downtown revitalization, while Marcus Bruno, representing M&M Associates, answered questions about the progress of the Community Center in South City Park. ODD member Rob Hilliard discussed potential residential expansion south of Opelousas, while Opelousas Parks and Recreation Director Chris Rideau explained the function and composition for the Parks And Recreation Commission. The Downtown Area Ned admitted he’s discouraged about the progress for reshaping the downtown area. The city has collected $8,250 in registration fees this year from downtown property owners in order to have their buildings inspected in order…
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OPD Investigates Wal-Mart Shooting

May 22, 2026
OPD Investigates Wal-Mart Shooting BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor Opelousas Police apprehended four male juvenile suspects who were placed in custody on Friday after they fled the Creswell Lane Wal-Mart following a late afternoon shooting that investigators said occurred inside a men’s bathroom of the store. OPD Chief Graig LeBlanc said three of the alleged shooters were caught by officers east of the store shortly after the incident, while another juvenile was located in a parent’s vehicle at a convenience store on the west side of Creswell. No injuries were reported in connection with the shooting, added LeBlanc, who said the juveniles involved range in ages 12-to-16 years of age.. LeBlanc said the shooting investigation is in the initial stages. However LeBlanc said that apparently three or four shots were fired from a 9-millimeter handgun at 3:38 pm towards one of the restroom stalls. Store personnel evacuated customers shortly after the…
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Perserverance Reward: Bacilla Is Back Throwing

May 22, 2026
Perseverance Reward: Bacilla Is Back Throwing BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor (Photo courtesy of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette) Considering her circumstances, it would have been easy for Emma Bacilla to avoid a final season of collegiate track. After all, it might have seemed appropriate two years ago if the fifth-year senior javelin-event athlete for Louisiana and former three-sport standout from Westminster Christian Academy had said farewell to college track. At that time Bacilla was already sufficiently invested in her future, with a college undergraduate degree and the intention of attending physical therapy school. Instead the 2026 NCAA outdoor track and field season has been one of recovery and triumph for Bacilla, who is scheduled to compete next week in the NCAA East First Round regional meet hosted at the University of Kentucky. Qualifying at the regionals will make her eligible for the championships next month in Eugene, Oregon. Cajuns’…
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Church Point Middle School Principal Position

May 21, 2026
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT PRINCIPAL CHURCH POINT MIDDLE SCHOOL Index 1.4911 Month Position Must be certified: Principal, Provisional Principal, Secondary Principal,Provisional Secondary Principal or Educational Leader Endorsement. If you are certified and interested, you may apply atwww.applitrack.com/acadiak12la/onlineapp/ Applications must be completed by the end of the day, Friday, May 29, 2026 The Acadia Parish School Board adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of Federal Civil RightsLaws and Regulations that are applicable to this board.
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Sandbags Available Ahead Of Severe Weather

May 21, 2026
Sandbags Available Thursday Ahead of Severe Weather ST. LANDRY PARISH – In preparation for the severe weather expected in the area, St. LandryParish Government will make sandbags available to residents on Thursday, May 21st, beginningat 7:00 a.m.Residents may pick up sandbags at the following location:Yambilee Building1939 W. Landry StreetOpelousas, LA 70570Sandbags will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last. Residents areencouraged to arrive early and take the necessary precautions to help protect their homes andproperty from potential flooding.Parish President Jessie Bellard urges residents to remain weather aware and prepare ahead of theapproaching system.Residents should continue monitoring official St. Landry Parish Government communicationchannels and local weather updates for the latest information regarding the approaching weatherevent. For more information, please contact St. Landry Parish Government at (337) 948-3688.
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SLP Tourism Networking Meeting

May 21, 2026
The monthly meeting of the St. Landry Parish Tourist Committee met Thursday, May 21, at the Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center where Patrice Melnick, museum director was the guest speaker for the event. Herman Fuselier, SLP Tourism Committee executive director, opened the meeting with a report on his trip to San Diego, Cal. to attend the Gator by the Bay event where he promoted Zydeo and Cajun music and tourism in St. Landry Parish. Gator by the Bay took place recently from May 7–10, 2026 at Spanish Landing Park in San Diego. The festival featured over 100 musical acts across seven stages, dance lessons, and 10,000 pounds of Louisiana crawfish plus several Zydeo and Cajun bands from the Acadiana area in attendance, Other highlights of the meeting included the Allons Manger addressed by Sarah Wise, marketing manager, and online blogs discussed by Mary Hawkins, communications manager. The meeting concluded with…
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Rotary After Dark

May 20, 2026
A late afternoon thunderstorm didn't dampen the spirits of the Opelousas Rotary Club Sunrise After Dark as they held their weekly meeting Wenesday evening at the historic Michel Prudhomme Home. Prior to the start of the meeting Rotary Club President Bruce Alsandor introduced guest speaker James Douget who spoke on the history of the home followed by a tour of the residence conducted by Etha Aming. Douget and Amling are members of the Preservationist of St. Landry. The Preservationists of St. Landry, Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Opelousas, Louisiana, dedicated to protecting local history and maintaining the historic Michel Prudhomme House (Ringrose). The organization presents annual awards to recognize outstanding local restoration efforts.
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Opelousas Student Wins Design Award

May 20, 2026
Opelousas Student Wins Design Awards BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor Sadie Sloane, a third-year architectural student at the University of Louisiana-Lafayette who is also working as a summer intern at D’Avy and Associates of Opelousas and Architects Alliance of Acadiana recently won multiple design and concept awards in different independently-judged competitions during the past year. The student from Opelousas captured a first place project award in competition sponsored by LA Digital and another separate Design Excellence Award that was presented to her for overall excellence in work performed by a third-year student. Sloane, who plans to pursue post-graduate work in architecture, also had her School of Architecture and Design concept project accepted as one of six that will be used to build and install the little library in North Lafayette. Her internship associated with the Architects Alliance is enabling Sloane to better understand professional architectural practice.
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Board Makes District 3 Choice

May 20, 2026
Board Makes District 3 Choice BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor Veteran educator and community volunteer Janice Henry was chosen as the interim District 3 board member during a special Tuesday night meeting of the St. Landry Parish School Board. Henry, who has taught mathematics and special education in St. Landry and Acadia parishes received nine of the 12 votes necessary to replace Milton Ambres, who died earlier this month following an extended illness. Board members questioned Henry and candidate Keith Scott after each made presentations which were part of the selection process. The selection of Henry however is temporary, since Ambres was scheduled to relinquish his seat after the November election due to term limits. Scott, who works as a middle school administrator in St.Martin Parish, received votes from Bianca Vedell, Raymond Cassimere and Anthony Standberry. Mary Ellen Donatto, Tammika Hardy, Tiffany Nolan, Hazel Sias, Kyle Boss, Robert Gautreaux, Joyce Haynes…
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Pickleball Courts At South City Park

May 19, 2026
Community leaders, students, and partners gathered Tuesday at South City Park to celebrate the grand opening of new pickleball courts with a high-energy field day hosted for students from Creswell Middle School.The event marked a major milestone in the ongoing revitalization of the park and communityrecreation efforts in Opelousas. With $150,000 in funding from Louisiana HealthcareConnections, the new courts provide a safe, engaging space for youth and families to stay activeand connected.“Opportunities like this are critical to the long-term health of our communities,” said OpelousasMayor Julius Alsandor. “The new pickleball courts are part of a broader vision for South City Parkand the city, which will serve as a hub for school athletics, youth leagues, and regionaltournaments, including volleyball, basketball, and pickleball.Students rotated through outdoor activities, including pickleball demonstrations, reinforcing theimportance of movement, teamwork, and healthy habits.Evan Sheppard, Lead External Relations Specialist at Louisiana Healthcare Connections,emphasized the health plan’s commitment to…

 

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