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Congregation Temple Emanuel Honors The Victims Of October 7th

October 6, 2026
Congregation Temple Emanuel Honors the Victims of October 7 th Congregation Temple Emanuel joins the nation of Israel and communities from around the worldin remembering the 1,200 victims of the October 7 th terrorist attacks, as well as the soldiers whohave fallen in the conflict that followed.Through Flags of Fellowship, 1,200 Israeli flags were provided in partnership with theInternational Fellowship of Christians and Jews and are being displayed in our cemetery assymbols of remembrance, resilience, hope and strength. This visible tribute stands against anti-Semitism and offers a heartfelt message to the people of Israel and all who have lost loved ones:You are not alone.In this moral and spiritual struggle, we choose to answer hate with love, falsehood with truth,fear with courage, and despair with unwavering faith.May the memories of those who were lost be for a blessing, and may their families find comfort,strength and peace.A very special thank you goes…
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St. Landry Game Of The Week Player Oct. 2

October 6, 2026
ST. LANDRY GAME OF THE WEEK Player Of The Game Oct. 2 Jack Hunt, linebacker-running back Westminster Christian
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OGHS Welcomes Primary Care Doctor

October 6, 2026
Opelousas General Health System WelcomesPrimary Care Physician, Madelyn Lavergne, M.D. Opelousas, LA, 10/05/2026 – Lance Armentor, BSM, MHA, President & CEO of Opelousas General HealthSystem (OGHS) announces that Madelyn Lavergne, M.D., will begin seeing patients effective October 6, 2026.Dr. Lavergne is board certified in Family Medicine. Her scope of services includes preventative medicine andchronic disease management, pediatrics, women’s health and geriatrics.Dr. Lavergne joins the family medicine practice of Dr. Michael Burnell. She steps into the practice after Dr.Royce Darbonne decided to close his private practice. The office is located at 138 Lazaro Blvd., Suite A.,Opelousas, off I-49 South Service Road, next to OGHS South Campus. Dr. Lavergne will continue caring forall of Dr. Darbonne’s patients and accept new patients. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the office at337-447-4025.“We are very pleased to welcome Dr. Lavergne to our community,” said Armentor. “Family medicine plays avital role in keeping individuals and families healthy…
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Research Stipends Offered By Clerk Of Court

October 6, 2026
WRITERS & HISTORIANS WANTEDHelp Bring St. Landry Parish History to LifeThe Honorable Charles Jagneaux, St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court, invites college students,historians, researchers, educators, writers, and other history-related professionals to explore theremarkable historical records preserved by the St. Landry Parish Clerk of Court.Selected participants will be granted access to historical records spanning more than 200 yearsof St. Landry Parish history and will research compelling people, events, court proceedings,properties, families, and stories found within the archives. Writers will prepare engaging 500-word historical vignettes based upon their research and will receive $150 for each acceptedvignette.Selected works may also be promoted to members of the film, television, and publishingindustries, creating opportunities for these remarkable stories from St. Landry Parish history toinspire future films, books, documentaries, and other creative works.Turn the pages of history—and discover the stories waiting to be told.For information on qualifications and how to participate, contact the St. Landry Parish…
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VA Claims Workshop At Local VFW 2483 Post

October 5, 2026
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2483 and American Legion Post 45 with the recognition and help of the local VSO, Larry Williams (LDVA) and Jimmy Anderson will be holding a veterans claims workshop to help veterans with there VA benefits and also to help those who already have benefits. This is a free event for all veterans and veteran's family/Spouse. There is no registration and a meal will be provided. Please share with anyone you may know. The event is taking place at the VFW. Hall, 123 North Liberty Street on Saturday, Oct. 10, beginning at 9 a.m.
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No Problem Kicking A Winner

October 4, 2026
No Problem Kicking A Winner BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor (Mike Curley Photos) What might have seemed dramatic to some was apparently routine for Tony Sterner. “It’s something we see him do over and over every day,” said Louisiana head football coach Mike Desoremeaux. The truthfulness of that statement appeared just as accurate as the game-winning 27-yard field goal that Sterner, a redshirt senior, kicked with no time remaining Saturday night as the Cajuns defeated Arkansas State 23-20 at Our Lady Of Lourdes Stadium. Sterner deflected the seemingly pressurized moment, as he was iced once by an ASU timeout before attempting the last of three fields that he made as the Cajuns improved to 4-1 with the Homecoming win.  A left-footed kicker who drilled the final points from the right hashmark, Sterner kicked another game-tying field goal of 25 yards over five minutes before to tie the game at…
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WCA Wins Defensive Game

October 4, 2026
WCA Wins Defensive Game BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor (Mike Curley photos) A wet field, a crosstown rivalry and turnovers that limited offensive movement. Those multiple ingredients created the rivalry environment where defenses were predominant  Friday night at Crusader Stadium. Both Opelousas Catholic and Westminster Christian Academy had their scoring chances evaporate during the District 6-1A contest that the Crusaders won 7-0. For WCA, it meant a second straight win following an 0-3 start, while OCS continued a four-game search for ways to sustain offensive drives. A second quarter, 1-yard touchdown run by Crusaders’ linebacker Jack Hunt with a minute and 23 seconds before halftime provided the only touchdown. The score by Hunt, who also played linebacker, ended a short WCA scoring drive. Quarterback Garrett Noel, Tre’ Duplechain and Hunt, who carried three straight times beginning from the OCS 12-yard line, provided the major yardage. OCS squandered a potential…
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Tigers Keep Rolling

October 3, 2026
Tigers Keep Rolling BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor At this point in the season, It’s about maintaining the competitive edge and Opelousas High continued to achieve that on Friday night as the Tigers prepare this week for the start of a district schedule. Opelousas fell behind early and then stopped a determined fourth quarter Lafayette Christian Academy comeback to win a 28-26 Homecoming contest played at Donald Gardner Stadium. OHS head football coach Harry Coleman said the victory — the fourth in five games — could have set the tone for the remainder of the season which includes the district 5-4A opener at home this Friday night against Carencro. “These types of competitive games that we had (against LCA) are like you usually see in the postseason, in the playoffs. I thought our guys played with a lot of effort and hopefully it will carry over, with the district…
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SLP Council Committee Meetings

October 3, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE  ST. LANDRY PARISH COUNCIL *COMMITTEE MEETINGS*  THE ST. LANDRY PARISH COUNCIL HEREBY GIVES NOTICE THAT IT WILL HOLD THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEE MEETINGS LISTED BELOW ON WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2026, STARTING AT 6:00 PM LOCATED AT THE OLD CITY MARKET LOCATED AT 131 W. BELLEVUE STREET, OPELOUSAS, LOUISIANA.  TIME  MEETING  6:00 P.M.  Administrative/Finance Committee  Immediately following Public Works Committee  Public Works Committee  These are important meetings and you are urged to attend.  BY ORDER OF THE ST. LANDRY PARISH COUNCIL  /s/ Wayne Ardoin, Chairman  Sherell Jordan, Council Clerk  St. Landry Parish Council  P.O. Drawer 100, Opelousas, LA 70570  In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special  assistance, please contact Sherell Jordan or Karen Barlow at  337-942-6863 describing the assistance that is necessary. 
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Opelousas Museum October Events

October 3, 2026
Subject: OCTOBER NEWSLETTER OCTOBER NEWSLETTER, 2026EVENTS: History, Art and CultureTuesday, Oct. 66-- 8 p.m.Artist Roundup with ACAAcA’s Artist Roundups gather together artists and creatives for a casual night of making connections while also making art. This time we’re taking Artist Roundup on the road with a pop up session at the Opelousas Museum. Featured artist, Jawana D'Avy.The event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.Learn more HERE.Wednesday, Oct. 76-- 8 p.m.join us at the Opelousas Museum for an open forum about dance hall life in and around Opelousas.The evening opens with a conversation between Herman Fuselier and Michael Broussard about the role dance halls played in local communities. The floor then opens to attendees to share their own experiences and knowledge of dance halls. Whether it’s Slim’s Y-Ki-Ki, Bradford’s White Eagle, or beyond, we invite you to share memories and thoughts on why these venues were and continue to be…

 

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