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Prayer Gathering At Courthouse

May 15, 2026
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SLP Sheriff’s Dept. Arrest Report 05-15-2026

May 15, 2026
PRESS RELEASEMay 15, 2026 Devacques Obrian Senegal, B/M, age 31, 500 E. Maple Avenue, Eunice, LA., 70535, Domestic abuse battery (childendangerment), false imprisonment, violation of protective orders, bench warrant. Arrested by Eunice PoliceDepartment.Shaquille Decoreis Davonte Gibson, B/M, age 32, 1507 Montreal Street, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Probation / paroleviolation. Arrested by Louisiana State Probation and Parole.Michael Hickson, B/M, age 34, 1200 Edith Street, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Domestic abuse battery. Arrested by OpelousasPolice Department.Devriane Deshae Lewis, B/F, age 35, 1444 Athabaska Street, Eunice, LA., 70535, Bench warrant. Arrested by St. LandryParish Sheriff’s Office.This is Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz, and this concludes our report. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guiltyin a court of law.
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SLP Sheriff’s Dept. Arrest Report 05-14-2026

May 14, 2026
May 14, 2026 Erika Gail Brasseaux, W/F, age 39, 188 Leday Lane, Sunset, LA., 70584, Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry ParishSheriff’s Office.Deidra Ann Babineaux, B/F, age 43, 337 Grand Lake Drive, Arnaudville, LA., 70512, Domestic abuse aggravated assault.Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.Cornelius Alexander, B/M, age 36, 411 Guidry Street, Lafayette, LA., 70501, Bench warrant. Arrested by St. Landry ParishSheriff’s Office.Louis Fuselier, W/M, age 41, 342 Pile Ridge Road, Washington, LA., 70589, Hold for Lafayette Parish. Arrested byLouisiana State Police.Alicia Renee Savoie, W/F, age 45, 200 Richard Street, Sunset, LA., 70584, Simple burglary, bench warrant. Arrested byOpelousas Police Department.Fabian Romero Strauss, B/M, age 29, 660 Church Road, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Identity theft, bench warrant. Arrestedby St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.Ronecia Rashaun Mouton, B/F, age 36, 6997 Highway 71, Washington, LA., 70589, Domestic abuse battery. Arrested bySt. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.Linda Marie Fontenot, W/F, age 39, 504 Bridge Street,…
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Alderwoman Explains Rate Hike

May 14, 2026
Dear Residents of Opelousas, I wanted to address the upcoming increase in water rates scheduled for July,  and every July going forward and the implications it may have on our community.  While I understand the necessity of maintaining our water infrastructure and services, I firmly believe that these rate hikes should be reconsidered—especially until the quality of our water meets acceptable standards for consumption. It is essential that we  pay for water that is safe to drink. Many residents, myself included, find it burdensome to purchase bottled water as a substitute, and this added expense can be particularly challenging for our elderly population. I urge local leaders to hold off on any rate increases until our water quality is improved, as it feels unjust to charge high rates for water that doesn’t meet our needs. Let’s work together to advocate for a fair resolution that prioritizes the well-being of all…
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Students Celebrate Pickleball

May 14, 2026
Students Celebrate Opening of New Pickleball Courts at South City Park, May 19, beginning at 9:45 am. Baton Rouge, La. – Students from Creswell Middle School will participate in a field daycelebration marking the opening of newly constructed pickleball courts at South City Park. Thecourts are part of a broader community investment to promote healthy lifestyles and expandrecreational opportunities for local youth.With $150,000 in funding support from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, the parkenhancements aim to encourage physical activity, social engagement, and long-term wellness.The courts are expected to serve students from area schools, youth sports leagues, andcommunity members of all ages.WHO: Representatives from Louisiana Healthcare Connections Creswell Middle School students and faculty Local officials and community partnersWHAT:A grand opening celebration and school field day for the new pickleball courts at South City Park,highlighting the importance of physical activity, outdoor play, and youth wellness.WHEN:May 19, 2026, 9:45 a.m. celebration, with field day activities…
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City Raises Water Rates

May 13, 2026
City Raises Water Rates BOBBY ARDOIN St. Landry Now.com Editor City of Opelousas utility customers are scheduled to experience another increase for water and sewerage consumption beginning July 1, in order to help pay for upgrades that are necessary to maintain state compliance. The additional 4.73 percent that will be charged monthly in monthly bills, was approved on Tuesday night during a May meeting of the Opelousas board of Aldermen. Mayor Julius Alsandor explained that beginning in 2023, the city adopted an overall utility system improvement plan with oversight from the State Department of Health and Hospitals. The plan mandates that a number of costly corrections must be made to the city water and sewerage systems in order to avoid state takeover of the municipal utilities. One part of that overall plan Alsandor told the Board, includes implementing water and sewerage rate hikes incrementally in order to help pay for the costs.…
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LSUE Hosts Championships

May 13, 2026
LSUE TAKES REGION 23 TOURNEY TITLE BEHIND JACOBS, HOMERS FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – MAY 12, 2026 WESTWEGO, La. – LSU Eunice Baseball used a tried-and-true formula for postseason success in the Bengals’ 5-3 victory over Delgado in the winner take all decider of the LCCAC/Region 23 Tournament on Tuesday at Segnette Field.  The Bengals (44-10) relied on sterling effort on the mound by McCray Jacobs and produced the timely hit in another nailbiter against the Dolphins. Jacobs delivered again for the Bengals when it mattered most.  The southpaw made his third appearance of the weekend, making just his second start of the season.  The sophomore tossed a career-high 7.2 innings against Delgado to improve to 6-0 on the season. Delgado threatened out of the gate, putting two men on with one out.  Jacobs answered by striking out back-to-back batters to squash the opportunity.  He would go on to retire Delgado…
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SLP Sheriff’s Dept. Arrest Report 05-13-2026

May 13, 2026
PRESS RELEASEMay 13, 2026 Ray Allen Guillory, III, B/M, age 35, 909 Park Circle, Opelousas, LA., 70570, Aggravated battery. Arrested by OpelousasPolice Department.Melvon Ikaney Johnson, B/F, age 30, 102 Schley Avenue, Beaumont, TX., 77630, Criminal damage to property. Arrestedby Eunice Police Department.Esa Ibn Asadullah, B/M, age 32, 2331 Victoria Avenue, Harvey, LA., 70058, Theft, simple burglary. Arrested by St. LandryParish Sheriff’s Office.Matthew Brison Durham, W/M, age 38, 691 E. Courtableau Road, Port Barre, LA., 70577, Domestic abuse battery, illegalcarrying of weapons. Arrested by St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.Wilton James Miller, Jr., B/M, age 21, 1941 Dudley Street, Eunice, LA., 70535, Violation of uniform CDS law – drug freezone, resisting an officer, illegal possession of stolen firearms, firearm free zone violation, no drivers license, switchedtemporary license plate. Arrested by Eunice Police Department.This is Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz, and this concludes our report. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guiltyin a…
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Silver Alert Canceled

May 13, 2026
Press Release: May 12, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESILVER ALERT CANCELED; LEE DARBONNE LOCATEDSheriff Bobby Guidroz of the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office is confirming that LeeDarbonne’s vehicle left the I-49 Frontage Road during the night. Today, the vehicle waslocated by an employee of a local business, covered by dense foliage. Lee Darbonne was founddeceased.No other details are being released as this is an ongoing investigation.This is Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz, and this concludes our report. Allpersons are presumed innocent until proven guilty
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Narcotics Operation Nets 15 lbs. Of Marijuana

May 13, 2026
Press Release: May 12, 2026 Another Successful Narcotics Operation Nets 15 lbs. of Marijuana ARRESTED:Dylan Maleek Jones, 23 years old626 ½ West JeffersonSt. Martinville, LA 70582CHARGE:PWITD Schedule I (Marijuana) Sheriff Bobby J. Guidrozreports, “NarcoticsDetectives and elements ofthe St. Landry ParishSheriff’s Office SWATUnit successfullyintercepted a drug dealerwith a large quantity (15lbs.) of marijuana.Operating on intelligencegathered, detectiveslearned of a narcoticstransaction due to takeplace in St. Landry Parish.Combining with assets from the SWAT Unit, a carefully-orchestrated take-down was performedin the Grand Coteau area.” Sheriff Guidroz continues, “Such was the swift and choreographedmovement of the personal involved, the suspect was later heard to say, “Y’all humbled me.”This represents the determination of the men and women dedicated to eradicate illegal narcoticsales from our parish.” Sheriff Guidroz concludes, “If anyone out there thinks they willindiscriminately move illegal drugs in St. Landry Parish, think again.” Anyone with additional information about this crime is encouraged to call the…

 

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