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SLP Council Special Meeting

July 18, 2026
AGENDA ST. LANDRY PARISH COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING —TUESDAY JULY 21, 2026—5:30 P.M.OLD CITY MARKET, 131 W. BELLEVUE ST. OPELOUSAS, LOUISIANA I. CALL TO ORDERII. PLEDGE AND INVOCATION (Councilman Alvin Stelly)III. ROLL CALLIV. PUBLIC COMMENTV. ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION: Discuss 2025 Audit Report with Steve Moosa ofDarnall Sikes & Frederick VI. ADJOURN.
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Davis Talks Costs, Common Man

July 18, 2026
BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor Jamie Davis disembarked from his campaign bus and walked into the middle of Kayenne’s bar and restaurant on Friday night, delivering his message of affordability and economic opportunity for those who need it most. Davis, the Tensas Parish farmer  and Democratic candidate who is new to politics, is attempting to pull off a U.S. Senate general election upset on Nov. 3 against Republican Julia Letlow, who also won her closed primary runoff June 27. The approximately 120 persons who listened to Davis describe his rustic roots and long nights driving his pickup truck across the state in order to meet voters who may never have heard of him until he announced his Senate campaign last year. Wearing a seersucker blazer and knit shirt above his blue jeans, Davis told the Kayenne’s crowd that they should be wary of suit-wearing office holders who Davis said are out…
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Leonce Roos Antique Shop

July 17, 2026
LEONCE ROOS ANTIQUE SHOP The Leonce Roos Antique Shop, housed in the historic Leonce Roos Building on North Main Street in downtown Opelousas, is an important reminder of the city's commercial heritage. Constructed around 1900 as a grocery store for merchant Pascal Delbueno, the building later became associated with the Roos family and their mercantile business before serving as an antique shop. Today, the building stands as a contributing property within the Opelousas Historic District, reflecting the architectural character and thriving downtown commerce that shaped the city at the turn of the twentieth century. Beyond offering antiques for purchase, the shop became known as a place where history was preserved and shared with visitors. The significance of the Leonce Roos Antique Shop extends beyond its historic architecture. According to local tradition, the owner maintained a personal collection of historically significant antiques that were displayed for public appreciation but were not…
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Three Year Old Homicide Arrest Made

July 17, 2026
Despite Years of Deception and Misinformation, Three-Year-Old Homicide Arrest Made ARRESTED:Sherman Joseph Zenon, 27 years old907 Crescent StreetBreaux Bridge, LA 70517CHARGES:Second Degree Murder Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz reports, “On November 17, 2023, St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Officedetectives arrived at the scene of a suspicious death at 239 Dynasty Lane, Opelousas. Thevictim, LaQuanda R. Guillory was found dead from apparent gunshot wounds. Over the three-year investigation, there have been many, confusing and contradictory statements andadmissions made.” Sheriff Guidroz concludes, “Through the laborious sifting of the variousstatements, detailed information gleaned from the Acadiana Criminalistics Laboratory and otherinformation, an arrest warrant was obtained and executed on Zenon.”Anyone with additional information about this crime is encouraged to call the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Officeat 337-948-6516.You may also call Crime Stoppers at 337-948-TIPS, download the P3 app on your mobile device or simply dial**TIPS on your mobile phone to tip. All calls are anonymous and…
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School Resource Officer Threatened

July 17, 2026
Press Release: July 17, 2026 ARRESTED:Mackenzie Rose James, 25 years old250 Garnet DriveOpelousas, LA 70570CHARGES:1 ct. Terrorizing (Felony)4 cts. Assault on a School Teacher (Felony) Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz reports, “On July 15, 2026, a school administrator notified our SchoolResource Officer of threatening communications against the Sheriff’s Office and aparaprofessional at the school. The matter was immediately investigated and confirmed theperpetrator as Mackenzie James. The prompt action by the school administrator and the use ofsocial media and other communications information by our School Resource Officer resulted inthe swift resolution of this case.”Anyone with additional information about this crime is encouraged to call the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Officeat 337-948-6516.You may also call Crime Stoppers at 337-948-TIPS, download the P3 app on your mobile device or simply dial**TIPS on your mobile phone to tip. All calls are anonymous and you can earn a cash reward for informationleading to an arrest. This…
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Proactive Criminal Patrol Nets Arrests

July 17, 2026
Press Release: July 17, 2026 Proactive Criminal Patrol Nets Arrest, 2 Gun Seizures, 1 is Stolen ARRESTED:Arthur Freeman, Jr., 38 years old4585 Hwy 190Eunice, LA 70535CHARGES:2 cts. Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted FelonIllegal Possession of a Stolen Firearm Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz reports, “On July 16, 2026, Narcotics Detectives spotted a trafficviolation while conducting proactive criminal patrol. The subsequent investigation resulted inthe seizure of two firearms, one of them stolen out of Acadia Parish. Detectives also learnedthat the passenger, Arthur Freeman, Jr., is a convicted felon, currently on parole until 2028 andis prohibited from possessing firearms. As Freeman claimed ownership of the firearms, he wastaken into custody.” Sheriff Guidroz concludes, “With all of the technology available to us,which is indispensable, sometimes good, old-fashion police work and tactics can rule the day.Having specialized units that can conduct these proactive criminal patrols is a crucial part of ouroperations.”Anyone with additional…
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Ribbon Cutting For Art Billboard

July 16, 2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERibbon Cutting for Public Art Billboard WHAT: Ribbon Cutting for Public ArtWHEN: Tuesday, August 11, 2026TIME: 9 a.m.WHERE: I-49 Service Road, OpelousasCONTACT: Patrice Melnick 337-948-2589; museum@cityofopelousas.comJoin us for a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Aug 11 at 9 a.m. to celebrate a public art billboard display featuring aphoto by Bruce Alsandor. The gathering takes place in the parking lot of Sonny’s Audio at 5407 Interstate 49South Service Rd, Opelousas, LA 70570.Over the course of one year, photos by four Opelousas residents become part of a billboard display on I-49 inOpelousas. Thinking Big, a public art project of the Opelousas Museum, strives to magnify and uplift communityart to a regional scale. This is done by showcasing images from the Where We Live: Opelousas Neighborhoodscommunity photo exhibit. Selected images are by Florence Freeman, Bruce Alsandor, Hernet Hill and Lisa Lewis(People’s Choice). The project also highlights the artistry of Opelousas residents and…
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Crimestoppers Help Needed

July 16, 2026
Billy’s Lawn Service Theft Today, Joe Anderson, Public Information Officer with the OpelousasPolice Department, comes to Crime Stoppers and asks your help insolving a theft at Billy’s Lawn Service.On June 30, 2026, Investigators learned that a Stihl MS 881 chainsaw,valued at $ 2,679.99 was stolen from Billy’s Lawn Service located at5281 South Service Road in Opelousas.Surveillance video shows two male subjects inside the store. Whileone distracts employees, the second subject removes the chainsawfrom the display, carried it to a four-door Volvo parked outside andimmediately left. The investigation indicates a person of interest,who lives in the Lafayette area and frequents the homeless shelterand the post office on Moss Street, may be involved. We are askingthe public’s assistance in identifying this individual.If you know the whereabouts of the individual in the photo, his legalname, or have any information about this crime, please contact St.Landry Crime Stoppers. We can be reached at 948-TIPS,…
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Tip Leads To Arrest

July 16, 2026
Crime Stoppers Tip Leads to Drug Arrest and Seizure ARRESTED:Travis Z. Leday, 41 years old924 Vidrine Street/1055 Benjamin StreetOpelousas, LA 70570CHARGES:PWITD Schedule II (Crystal Methamphetamine)PWITD Schedule II (Crack Cocaine)PWITD Schedule I (Marijuana)Possession of Schedule II (Oxycodone)Possession of Drug ParaphernaliaFirearm in the Presence of CDSTransactions Involving Drug Offenses Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz reports, “Upon receiving a Crime Stopper Tip, our NarcoticsDetectives immediately set up operations to confirm the information of meth being sold at 1055Benjamin Street in Opelousas. Once there, Narcotics Detectives spoke with Travis Leday, thetarget of the investigation.” Sheriff Guidroz continues, “A search warrant was obtained and thefollowing items seized:Approximately 109 grams (nearly four ounces) of suspected crystalmethamphetamine,Approximately 7 grams of suspected crack cocaine,Approximately 2 ounces of suspected marijuana,One digital scale,$ 4,265.00 in United States currency,One suspected Oxycodone pill,One Winchester 12-gauge shotgun.“The combination of Crime Stopper Tips and the actions ofour Narcotic Detectives have produced tremendous success in combating…
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Streauxs Capture Series Title

July 15, 2026
Streauxs Capture Series Title BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com editor A comeback World Series championship win was celebrated on Tuesday night as the Louisiana Streauxs youth baseball team appeared before the Opelousas Board of Aldermen, The 14-and-under team of St. Landry Parish talent moved undefeated through the 15-team bracket composed of teams from Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma to capture the series title. Prior to winning the World Series title at Broken Bow, Okla., the Streauxs won five first-place tournaments in Lake Charles, St. Francisville, Bossier City and Thibodaux. “There was a lot of good competition that we played all year. In the championship game, these guys withstood a lot of pressure and came back to win it all in the final game,” said Streauxs head coach Perry Gallow. Gallow said most of the team has played together since the early youth league era. “We build our kids up and hold them…

 

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