Church Point to up fines for bars open after ‘closing time’
The Church Point Council unanimously approved the introduction of an ordinance to amend and set new fines for bars that ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to...
View ArticleLa. to repay $13M in Medicaid claims
Louisiana’s health department has agreed to pay the federal government $13 million to settle allegations it submitted false Medicaid claims ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires...
View ArticleFishing industry hit with $258M in flooding losses
The governor says the Louisiana fishing industry has been hit with $258 million in losses due to historic flooding this ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to...
View ArticleLSU AgCenter names soil fertility, agronomy specialist
Rasel ParvejRasel Parvej recently joined the LSU AgCenter Northeast Region faculty as assistant professor serving as a soil fertility and agronomy ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website...
View ArticleMiss Merry Christmas 2019 to be chosen Thursday
Ellie Alise Abshire, Leah Marie Abshire, Faith Audrey CredeurSarah Jane Daugeraux, Avyanna Annalyss Freddie, Amelia Kate HeloIsla Grace Helo, Lucille Elena Lejeune, Alena Jane LeleuxMayme Louise...
View ArticleCrowley library offers variety of events
The Acadia Parish Library in Crowley has a variety of events on tap for the next two weeks. • Tuesday, Nov.PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in to view the best...
View ArticleDiabetes wellness class to be offered
On Wednesday, Nov. 20, Acadia General Hospital will host a program entitled “Diabetes Wellness - Healthy Cooking and Healthy Living ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to...
View ArticleRecap: Eight of nine taxes approved
In this time of voters typically voting down any and all tax propositions, residents across Acadia Parish went out Saturday ...PLEASE LOG IN FOR PREMIUM CONTENT Our website requires visitors to log in...
View ArticleWalking/driving tour guide of Crowley printed
SUBMITTED PHOTO Charlotte Jeffers, left, Crowley tourism coordinator, and Ann Mire are announcing the publication of a “Historic District Walking/Driving Tour” guide pointing out more than 60...
View ArticleEdwards, Ardoin return to state offices
Acadia Parish voters approve millage, fire tax renewalsLa. Gov. John Bel EdwardsLisa Soileaux, Rayne Acadian-TribuneWednesday, November 20, 2019Voters across Acadia Parish went to the polls Saturday...
View ArticleWater testing this weekend in Rayne
Lisa Soileaux, Rayne Acadian-TribuneWednesday, November 20, 2019RAYNE - Chief Allen “Noochie” Credeur has informed the city that a third party contractor will begin the mandated annual “City-Wide...
View ArticleRayne Rotary Club earns District 6200 honors, awards
Hosts Peace Corps volunteerROTARY RECEIVES AWARDS - Immediate Past President Jimmy Fontenot, right, holds two of the banners received by the Rotary Club of Rayne in recognition of the members’...
View Article2020 Rayne Grand Court Mardi Gras Ball tickets now available
Wednesday, November 20, 2019RAYNE - Tickets are now available for the ninth annual Rayne Grand Court Mardi Gras Ball. Tickets are $50 per person and are available through court members and at the Rayne...
View ArticlePrepare to attend Rayne Holiday Market, ‘Shop Small Saturday’
Wednesday, November 20, 2019RAYNE - The Rayne Chamber of Commerce and the City of Rayne have joined forces to host the inagural Rayne Holiday Market on Saturday, Nov. 30, better know as “Shop Small...
View Article‘Movie in the Park’, Santa at Rayne Depot
Free event offered to communityWednesday, November 20, 2019The historic Rayne Depot will be the setting on Sunday, Dec. 1, for “Movie in the Park” as announced by co-sponsors including City of Rayne,...
View Article‘Breakfast With Santa’ planned Dec. 14 at Rayne Civic Center
Limited tickets offered for annual eventWednesday, November 20, 2019As Christmas nears and holiday programs begin, the third annual “Breakfast With Santa” will be held on Saturday, Dec. 14, at the...
View ArticleRayne Frog Festival Poster Contest begins
Wednesday, November 20, 2019The Rayne Frog Festival committee of the Rayne Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture announces it will hold a contest for the design of the official poster to commemorate the...
View ArticleRayne Frog Festival Parade Grand Marshal nominees being accepted
Wednesday, November 20, 2019The Rayne Frog Festival committee is now accepting nominations for the 2020 Frog Festival Parade Grand Marshal.“If anyone knows of a deserving person for this award, submit...
View Article2019-2020 Teachers of the Year honored during luncheon
PARISH HONOREES - Acadia Parish School Board Superintendent Scott Richard, far right, congratulates the three Acadia Parish Teachers of the Year during the 2019-2020 Acadia Parish Teacher of the Year...
View ArticleFormer Bruce Theatre awarded $10K La. Main Street Redevelopment Grant
SUBMITTED PHOTO From Left, Charlotte Jeffers, Crowley Main Street director; Cheryl Habetz and Edmund Habetz, building owners, stand in front of the old Bruce Theatre, recipient of a Redevelopment...
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