Olive Baptist Church, 227 W. Church St., Opelousas, will host its Men's Day weekend that starts with a prayer breakfast at 9 a.m. Saturday.
Church news
Port Barre to celebrate National Day of Prayer
The National Day of Prayer will be held Thursday. Members of churches, community organizations and neighborhoods across the country plan to pray for officials and the nation.
St. Landry Parish Daily Arrest Report
Danny Ray Deranger, Jr., age 32, 12200 Fontenot St., Melville, LA, simple criminal damage to property, discharge firearm from a public road.
Reserve marshals only possible through donations
As his office continues to rake in bench warrants, Opelousas City Marshal Paul Mouton extended thanks to people whose donations helped make it happen.
Church News
The Greater St. James Missionary Baptist Church, 829 Pulford St., Opelousas, will host its annual Senior Warrior Day at 2 p.m. Sunday.
Crash closes I-10 for 15 hours
A fiery fatal crash Friday night forced authorities to close Interstate 10 in both directions between Baton Rouge and Lafayette for about 15 hours, diverting travelers north to U.S. 190 and flooding businesses along the highway with weary customers.
STEM Academy mascot dies
STEM Academy Principal Jeff Debetaz said Tank was donated by a STEM Academy parent and attended every school function.
Spark a Reaction Teen Video Challenge 2014
The State Library of Louisiana is announcing the Louisiana winners of the Spark a Reaction Teen Video Challenge 2014 held by the Collaborative Summer Library Program.
Former police officer to run for chief
Former Opelousas police officer and contract investigator for the Louisiana Attorney General's Office Donald Thompson has announced his candidacy for Opelousas Police Chief in this year's election.
Darla Montgomery: 60 Minute Miracle
This 60 Minute Miracle takes place in Port Barre just near the Evangeline Parish line where a high school boy is facing the fight of his life.
Annual audit shows improved finances for Port Barre
The 2012-13 fiscal year put Port Barre into significantly improved financial shape, the town's annual audit reports.
Registration now open for Tour du Teche V
The Tour du Teche returns for its fifth 135-mile paddle race from Port Barre to Berwick in October, and veterans of previous races can save 20 percent if they register by May 17. "This applies to anyone who has previously competed," said Ken Grissom with the race.
Port Barre High "hit list" found in bathroom
A letter was found in a boys bathroom at Port Barre High School on Tuesday, reading "I am Q. And I have a list of people that will die today."
SLCC Spring 2014 graduation
South Louisiana Community College held its Spring Commencement on Thursday at the Cajundome Convention Center for all of its campuses.
Senior arrested for Port Barre High "Hit List"
A 20-year-old high school senior is behind bars following his arrest in connection with a "hit list" note that was found at Port Barre High School on Tuesday.
Student arrested for compiling 'hit list'
A 20-year-old senior at Port Barre High School has been arrested and charged with terrorizing after a "hit list" was found at the school.
Major water upgrade underway
Major water system improvements are nearing completion in Leonville, but Maintenance Supervisor Bobby Degueyter said the benefits will be felt throughout much of southeast St. Landry Parish.
Missing Port Barre Teens
Port Barre Police needs the public help in locating two teenage brothers, Decoryn Collins 5'6" 130 lbs.
Party in the Park set for today
The Park at the Horse Farm will host Party in the Park on May 18th. The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person in advance or $20 per person at the gate.
LSUE graduates 190 during spring commencement
Louisiana State University Eunice awarded 190 degrees during commencement ceremonies this weekend with degrees awarded to student from throughout the Acadiana region and from states as far away as Washington.