DNA testing along with “good old fashion boots on the ground investigation by law enforcement” are cited as factors in making an arrest in a 4-year-old Lawtell murder case, according to St. Landry Parish Sheriff Bobby Guidroz. Joseph Vallian, 66, was found lying face down in the kitchen with his hands bound behind his back with a black leather belt on Sept. 16, 2020. Deputies responded to a call to the 400 block of McClelland Street in the Lawtell area, Guidroz stated.

St. Landry Parish Sheriff arrests

The following are arrests reported by the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Eunice Police Arrests report

The following are arrests by Eunice Police. All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Eunice Police Radio log

The following are excerpts from the Eunice Police Department radio dispatch logs.
Monday, May 6
3:51 a.m. Caller said subjects are in a vehicle and has a fire at the City Lake.

Spring squirrel hunting season begins Sunday

The Louisiana spring squirrel hunting season begins Sunday in most parts of Louisiana and lasts until May 26, the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) said.

Bobcats’ season ends, Iota advances

By Tom Dodge
Sports Editor
The Bobcats season ended in the regional round of the Div II Non-Select playoffs as No. 12 Iowa stunned No. 5 Eunice with a 4-0, 6-2 series win.

Bulb members recognize Arbor Day

Arbor Day was celebrated by the Bulb and Blossom Garden Club on April 26 this year, along with organizations from across the United States.

Roses, topic at Bulb & Blossom’s April meeting

“It’s Smelling Like Roses” at the April meeting of the Bulb and Blossom Garden Club. The meeting was held April 2 beginning with a tour of lovely rose gardens created by member Kathy Manuel.

March Bulb meeting

Fran Guillory, a member of the Bulb and Blossom Garden Club, hosted the March meeting for members.

Brand new District Judge Laura Rougeau Garcille cited her faith, family and friends as pillars of support in her life leading to her judgeship.

Strange happenings have occurred in the St.

A cloud cover and occasional rain hindered the eclipse viewing at LSUE on Monday, but there were glimpses of the celestial event.