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Opelousas · OpelousasOpelousas, LAThey say it's a man's world, but that phrase was not a reality for SgtBrun Marks-Ardoin, who at age 20 was the first female deputy sheriff in St. Landry Parish.Times have changed for women working in law enforcement, but time stood still for women like Sgt. Brun Marks-Ardoin, who started her career in law enforcement during a time when women felt unwelcome."It started in 1973; I wanted to become a police officer, and we are talking …See the Story
Breaking Barriers: First Female Deputy Sheriff Overcomes Gender Bias in Law Enforcement
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St. Landry Parish · St. Landry ParishNap Lane is the latest roadway in St. Landry Parish in need of repairs. Parish President Jessie Bellard says finding funding for roadwork is a top priority. The Nap Lane project is expected to start in the fall. Bellard plans to travel to Baton Rouge to speak with officials and continue the pursuit of getting more projects funded.See the Story
St. Landry expects funding for future road projects
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Eunice, Louisiana · EuniceEunice firefighters rescued a man who fell 30 feet into a rice bin. It happened at North C C Duson Street and East Vine Street in Eunice. Firefighters were able to pull the man to safety by using a rope. The victim was checked out at a hospital and released.See the Story
Eunice firefighters rescue man who fell into rice bin
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Basketball · ArnaudvilleArnaudville, LA: Women's College Basketball is rising, but another group is also taking over bragging rights in the sport.Residents of J. Michael Morrow Nursing Home participated in their seasonal basketball tournament, which was full of thrills, laughs, and a few tears." It's not if you win or lose, but how you look," said Peggy Angelle.74 years young, Peggy Angelle cheers on her neighbors from the sidelines."A little challenge that got them up…See the Story
Local Nursing Home Resident Remembers Son During Seasonal Basketball Tournament
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Eunice, Louisiana · EuniceDr. Ezora Proctor is the last finalist in our remarkable women campaign. Proctor grew up during segregation, was educated and sophisticated. She attributes her success to the greatness she around her. Tune in to Acadiana live at 4:30 on Tuesday April 2 as we announce our winner.See the Story
2024 Remarkable Women nominee: Dr. Ezora Proctor
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Eunice, Louisiana · EuniceEunice Police Chief Kyle LeBeuf said fire fighters were on the scene at North CC Duson Street in Eunice. An individual fell thirty feet into loose rice, but has been successfully recovered. The individual was taken to a hospital and there are no reported injuries.See the Story
Man rescued from rice bin by Eunice first responders
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Opelousas · OpelousasSazbor Veal, 23, has been arrested in connection with the shooting incident that occurred Monday. Veal has been booked on the following charges: three counts of Attempted First Degree Murder. The Opelousas Police Department is seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information regarding this crime or any other crime is urged to call 337-948-2500.See the Story
Arrest made in Opelousas drive-by shooting
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St. Landry Parish · St. Landry ParishST. LANDRY PARISH, La. (KLFY) -- In the midst of the ongoing issue of overcrowding in the St. Landry parish jail, the second chance program aims to help drug related offenders avoid jailtime and get much needed help on the road to recovery. Jessie Bellard, St. Landry Parish president, says they currently face overcrowding at the parish jail. "We have 277 in our jail today. We're over capacity by 30 to 35," said Bellard. Sheriff Bobby Guidroz sai…See the Story
Program aims to help recovering addicts and relieve space in parish jail
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