Vermilion Parish School Board President cancels committee meeting; catches...
It may have been the shortest Vermilion Parish School Board Committee Meeting ever to take place on Monday night. After three minutes, the meeting was over. The school board committee meetings, which...
View ArticleMichael J. Detraz “Big Mike”
December 3, 1949 ~ August 10, 2019ABBEVILLE — Memorial services will be held at 3:00 PM on Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the life of Michael J. “Big Mike”...
View ArticleTony Romero running for District 9 Police Jury seat
In March of this year I announced my candidacy for Police Juror in District 9. In that announcement, I outlined my business background and the tools I've acquired while being a small business owner....
View ArticleBarbara Adams announces candidacy for District 5 seat on Police Jury
Barbara Adams is running for the District 5 seat on the Vermilion Parish Police Jury on October 12, 2019 election. Barbara lives in Abbeville with her husband of 50 years. They have three children,...
View ArticleAl Harrington seeks seat for Vermilion Parish Police Jury in District 6
Hello everyone! My name is Al Harrington and I would like to announce my candidacy for Police Juror in Vermilion Parish District 6. I have been a lifelong resident of Vermilion Parish. I also have 4...
View ArticleContractor electrocuted while working on Abbeville power lines; city shuts...
Around 10:30 on Tuesday morning, power had to be shut off in the City of Abbeville to make repairs after a contractor was electrocuted while working on a live electrical line. According to Abbeville...
View ArticleWayne Touchet seeking re-election for District 5 Police Jury seat
I am pleased to announce I am seeking re-election to the Vermilion Parish Police Jury and ask the voters of District 5 to continue your support of my work on your behalf. We live in the most special...
View ArticleDr. Holly Boffy qualifies for BESE Board Seat, District 7
“The successes of Louisiana students, teachers and school and district administrators continue to reach new heights as indicated by unprecedented graduation rates, scholarship funding, and other...
View ArticleCarol Henderson Landry
1945 - 2019Carol Henderson Landry, age 74, passed away on August 6, 2019. She was born on March 22, 1945 in Jonesville, LA to Albert Leon Henderson and Drusilla Spinks Henderson. Carol graduated from...
View ArticleLinks des Pink Cancer Organization donates to Miles Perret
Pictured left to right: Richard Melancon, Kathy Cormier, Theresa Broussard, Jeani Stevens, LaNell Melancon, Melissa Rosa, LaKisha Varner, Stephanie Picard, Robert Greer, Sherry McMinn, and Vicky...
View ArticleImproving Each Year: Abbeville volleyball team eager to build on last year’s...
The 2019 Abbeville High Volleyball team took a team photo outside at the football stadium. . This will be their third year playing varsity volleyball. (photo by Shannon Feehery)PLEASE LOG IN FOR...
View ArticleAndre LeBlanc wins VC’s 2019 Todd LaPorte Award
Vermilion Catholic graduate Todd LaPorte was the type of person who helped his community and school but did it behind the scene and did not let everyone know how or what he was contributing. At the age...
View ArticleWhat are the issues in this fall’s elections?
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View ArticleHollywood Hate Exposed In The Hunt
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View ArticleDid one Vermilion Parish School Board member threaten board president?
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View ArticleGulf Coast Bank continues support of Hospice of Acadiana
Gulf Coast Bank has been a supporter of Hospice of Acadiana for many years. Hospice of Acadiana remains the only non-profit hospice in our area. They have the longest record of continuous service of...
View ArticleIn death, Charlene has touched many lives
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View ArticlePearly Marie Abshire Lege
September 7, 1935 ~ August 13, 2019ABBEVILLE — A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church honoring the life of Pearly Marie...
View ArticleMichael James Abshire
June 17, 1952 ~ August 14, 2019ABBEVILLE — A memorial gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, August 17, 2019 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 PM at Vincent Funeral Home - Abbeville honoring the...
View ArticleGulf Coast Bank Supports Miles Perret Cancer Services “Games of Acadiana”
Gulf Coast Bank gives back to many local non-profit organizations and schools. “Our employees make it a priority to come together throughout the year to donate, fundraise, and volunteer for many of the...
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