Opelousas Catholic Boys Basketball vs North Vermilion Photo Gallery.
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Opelousas Catholic Girl’s Soccer Photo Gallery
Opelousas Catholic Soccer Photo Gallery
Letter To The Editor – Supporting Opelousas Downtown Ordinance
“I’m all for the creation of jobs and putting our community to work. Yes, that means my tax dollars helping to create wealth for the community and others, I fully support the change. We can’t keep doing the same thing and expect different results. I fully support passing ordinances to help this community grow.” – Gretchen Erlingson
Letter To The Editor – Saving Downtown Opelousas
“I want to thank the Mayor and Council members of Opelousas for finally addressing the immense problem downtown Opelousas has had for almost 40 years.”
‘Did You Know’ – Workplace Violence Part 1 of 4
Workplace violence has continued to rise. In this 4 part series we hope to explain it and help to deter it.
A Little Louisiana History – How Louisiana Became Spanish in 1762
The Historic New Orleans Collection continues its “Exhibition Shortcuts” YouTube series with a video that explores the factors that brought Louisiana under Spanish control.
That’s One Kool Kid
Macaroni KID would like to introduce our current Kool Kid, Landry S., who is a Kindergartener at Port Barre Elementary.
Did You Know – Suicide Prevention and Facts
To conclude the suicide series, we will talk about the risk factors. Once again using sources with the HELPGUIDE.ORG a trusted guide to mental & emotional health here are their findings.
Opelousas Museum Presents Interfaith Conversation About Spring Holidays
The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center presents an interfaith program with a panel of religious leaders discussing rituals and beliefs related to Ramadan/Eid al-Fitr, Easter and Passover.
Bissell Foundation Agrees To Provide Support For Animal Control
Cathy Bissell from the Bissell Pet Foundation is flying into St. Landry Parish today to assess the animals in the St. Landry Animal Control Shelter.
Cleco Working To Restore Power Following Severe Weather
As of 4:30 p.m., 3,436 Cleco customers are without power due to
severe weather that continues to move across portions of the company’s service territory.
‘Did You Know’ – From the Desk of Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz
Suicide Prevention and Facts
Matching History: NSU Men Win Seventh Straight
This was the type of game the Northwestern State men’s basketball team had searched for. By finding it, the Demons did something 70 years in the making.
Second Harvest Food Bank and Community Partners to Host Thrive Summit
WHO: Second Harvest Food Bank, in Partnership with the St. Landry Community Accelerator Committee Additional Participating Community Organizations Include: • Well-Ahead • New Life Church of God • Opelousas General Health System Foundation • St. Landry Parish Economic Development Local Government and Civic Leaders will also be attending. WHAT: A gathering of community members to have meaningful dialogue Read More…
St. Landry Arrest Report
Marion Baker, B/M, age 24, 694 Hinckley Road, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.Manuel D. Vallier, B/M, age 25, 430 W. Kello Street, Apt. #A-6, Church Point, LA., 70525, Possession with intent to distribute schedule I CDS, illegal carrying of weapons (2 counts), felon in possession of a firearm Read More…
Second-Degree Murder Charges Handed Down in St. Landry Parish
Late Tuesday, November 29, 2022, the St. Landry Parish Grand Jury indicted three men and one juvenile for the second-degree murder of a fifteen-year-old that happened on November 2nd on North Main Street in Opelousas. Daylan Wheeler, Christopher Coleman, Desment Green and juvenile Daqualon Robinson, along with the homicide, were also charged with obstruction of Read More…
Lottery priority open for French-immersion school in Sunset
WHAT: Early Registration for École Saint-Landry’s third year closes January 1. As with all public schools, École Saint-Landry will be free of charge to admitted students and transportation will be available for all students. École Saint-Landry, one of only three full french immersion schools in the state, aims to prepare students from the Acadiana region Read More…
Opelousas Main Street and Tourism Office Unveil 2022 Christmas Ornament featuring Historic Venus House
Opelousas Main Street, Inc. and the City of Opelousas Tourism are excited to present the 2022 collectible holiday ornament featuring the historic Venus House located at Le Vieux Village on 828 E Landry Street. Located at Le Vieux Village du Poste des Opelousas, the Vénus House is recognized as a rare early Creole style house. Read More…
St. Landry Parish School District Superintendent Named Louisiana Superintendent of the Year
Patrick Jenkins, superintendent of St. Landry Parish School District (SLPSD), has been named the 2023 Louisiana Superintendent of the Year by the Louisiana Association of School Superintendents. This program is designed to recognize the outstanding leadership of active, front-line superintendents. Nominees are judged on the following criteria: – Leadership for Learning, communication, professionalism and community Read More…
Beau Chene Again Hosts Statewide Soccer Tournament
The Copa Acadiana 2022 Presented by Courtesy Automotive Group is this weekend in Lafayette at Moore Park. It is the 15th annual edition and is the largest high school tournament in the state of Louisiana for any sport. The tournament has been hosted by Beau Chene High School and Copa Acadiana Soccer Club since 2008. The tournament has Read More…
Henderson Named Parade Marshall
The City of Opelousas is pleased to announce that former New Orleans Saints player and recent Saints Hall of Fame inductee, Devery Henderson, will serve as this year’s Parade Marshal for the Opelousas Children’s Christmas Parade. The annual holiday event will also feature Christmas themed floats, marching bands, loveable costumed characters, and of course everyone’s Read More…
Two Mayoral Candidates Endorse Lear
Former opponents, Donald Broussard and Matthew LaDay, officially endorse Charlee Lear for Mayor of Opelousas.
Wildlife in St. Landry Parish – Wood Duck Drake
The wood duck drake is one of the most beautiful ducks in St. Landry Parish.
Felony Possible When Denied Purchase of Firearm
Federal firearm dealers and private sellers have a MANDATORYobligation by law to report denials to the sheriff of the parish where thedenial was made and to the Louisiana Automated Victim NotificationSystem. The law went into effect in 2018 but recently the office hasbeen inundated with denials. The law was created to stop a person fromillegally Read More…
Georgia, Ohio State, Michigan and TCU Top Week 12 of the FWAA-NFF Super 16 Poll
Georgia picked up 50-of-52 first-place votes and remained No. 1 for the seventh consecutive week after defeating Kentucky 16-6 in Week 12. USC moved up two spots to No. 5 after its 48-45 victory over UCLA at the Rose Bowl, marking the highest ranking for the Trojans since claiming the No. 5 spot on Sept. Read More…
St Landry Arrest Report Nov 22, 2022
Quentin Hawata Omar Jones, B/M, age 34, 1110 Garland Avenue, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Improper telephone communications, disturbing the peace (2 counts). Arrested by Opelousas Police Department. Percy Mario Jones, B/M, age 31, 331 Osage Street, Port Barre, LA., 7057, Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. Quentilla Frank, B/F, age 34, 1728 Blue Read More…
New Interpretive Signage and Digital Enhancements for Le Vieux Village Historic Attraction
New interpretive signage at Le Vieux Village Heritage Park and Museum, will help create a more enhanced experience for visitors. The new signage includes a QR code which links mobile phone users to the city website where additional history and digital photos of the village can be viewed. In addition, the new digital tool allows Read More…
ST. LANDRY CHAMBER FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF ITS INAUGURAL ANNUAL FUND CAMPAIGN
The St. Landry Chamber Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization, is hosting its Inaugural Annual Fund Campaign from November 21, 2022, to January 6, 2023. The campaign is called, The Future Is Bright. The St. Landry Chamber Foundation benefits the community through annual gifts from our partners and parish residents. These contributions provide scholarships to local high Read More…
St. Landry Parish Government signs Intergovernmental Agreement with local sewer and drainage districts
An intergovernmental agreement was signed by St. Landry Parish Government, St. Landry Parish Sewer District No. 1, and Ward One South Gravity Drainage District No. 1 that produced the funding for the maintenance of drainage laterals and sewer collection systems. The project, spearheaded by Morgan Godeau and Associates, broke ground at the beginning of October Read More…
Emerging Artists Appear At Opelousas Museum
On Monday, December 5, the Opelousas Museum presents an exhibit by emerging artists Ke’Shawn Collins and Ilea McGee. The reception will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Opelousas Museum, 315 N Main St, Opelousas. Come by to enjoy a vast display of paintings by these highly talented, up and coming artists. Refreshments Read More…
State Performance Scores Reflect District Growth In Some Areas
OPELOUSAS, LA — District and school performance scores (DPS/SPS) were released by the LouisianaState Department of Education (LDOE) today. The St. Landry Parish School District (SLPSD) maintaineda letter grade of “C,” with a performance score of 70.6, a growth of 2.4 points from 2021. Sixty-ninepercent of St. Landry Parish School District schools showed growth. The Read More…
Super 16 Poll – Week 11
2022 Week 11 (Nov. 13): FWAA-NFF Super 16 Rankings (PDF)2022 Week 11 (Nov. 13): FWAA-NFF Super 16 Individual Ballots (PDF) With an impressive road victory at Mississippi State, top-ranked Georgia secured a spot in the SEC title game and remained No.1 in the poll for a sixth straight week. In Atlanta’s SEC title game, the Read More…
Wildlife in St. Landry Parish – Male Indigo Bunting
Male Indigo Buntings sing from treetops, shrubs, and power lines all summer in St. Landry Parish. Photograph by Berchman Soileau
Wildlife in St. Landry – Eastern Bluebird
The Eastern Bluebird in St Landry Parish – 2021. Photograph by Berchman Soileau.
Wildlife in St. Landry Parish – White-tailed Deer
White-tailed deer are found throughout the state even in some coastal locales.
Wildlife in St. Landry – Louisiana Alligator
Louisiana Alligator by Berchman Soileau – St. Landry Parish 2021.
Wildlife in St. Landry – The Bald Eagle
After almost going extinct in the mid 20th century due to DDT poisoning, bald eagles are a true success story.
Wildlife in St. Landry – The Ruby-throated Hummingbird
Ruby-throated hummingbirds are tiny, fast-flying birds that are commonly seen throughout the eastern United States during the warm weather months.
Wildlife in St. Landry – Great Horned Owls
“I found a pair of Great Horned Owls there and was able to capture these photos. They looked at me like I was the first human they had ever seen.” (Photograph by Berchman Soileau.)
Wildlife In St. Landry – Bobcat
Bobcat in St. Landry Parish – by Wildlife Photographer Berchman Soileau
