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African-Americans added to Crowley’s rich culture
CROWLEY - Crowley’s ethnic diversity, from its very early days, made it one of the most cosmopolitan and urban communities in the region and possibly the state. Initial settlers in Acadia parish ...
Feb 29, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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Representatives from 11 southwest Louisiana parishes as well as state and U.S. representatives were on hand Friday for the official signing of the Acadiana-Southwest Louisiana Compact creating the Greater Southwest Louisiana Super Region.
Super region compact signed
CROWLEY – Businesses within the Southwest Louisiana and Acadiana regions official came together in a mutually beneficial partnership Friday morning. “We want to welcome you to a very significant da...
Feb 24, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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Mermentau selects interim police chief
MERMENTAU – In November, the village of Mermentau will be able to elect a new police chief, until then, the Mermentau Village Council has selected an interim chief. Two of the three council members...
Feb 23, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 8 8 recommendations | email to a friend
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“Rosie,” the latest technology in surgical robots, was introduced to American Legion Hospital Thursday afternoon. With ‘Rosie’ are her co-workers, from left, Denise Trahan (LPN), Andre Baudoin (surgical technician) and Rachel Crochet (RN).
‘Rosie’ introduced to American Legion Hospital
CROWLEY - Thursday afternoon American Legion Hospital was introduced to it’s latest surgeon. “Rosie,” as she has been named by the hospital staff, is a robotic surgeon designed by NASA, the Massac...
Feb 20, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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APSO to begin high school driving safety program
CROWLEY - “If we can save the lives of one or two young adults then this program will be worth it,” said Acadia Parish Sheriff Wayne Melancon. Melancon and Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Public Informati...
Feb 15, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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JOSIE HENRY accepted her “Employee of the Year” award plaque from Miles Boudreaux during the Chamber of Commerce’s installation banquet Thursday, Feb. 9. at Chef Roy’s Frog City Café
Outstanding business person, employee named during Chamber’s installation
New and returning directors were installed by Judge Jim Cunningham and awards were presented during the 2012 annual membership banquet of the Rayne Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture Thursday, ...
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RFL captains, committee continue work
CROWLEY – As the calendar inches closer to May 5, Relay for Life of Acadia continues to work toward finalizing preparations and spreading the word about the event. The committee as well as team cap...
Feb 14, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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Crowley man charged with Eunice bank robbery
Eunice police arrested a Crowley man Monday morning after he allegedly held up Guaranty Bank at the corner of 3rd & Park. Walter Freeman was apprehended in a building across the street from the ban...
Feb 13, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 3 3 recommendations | email to a friend
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Montoucet, Chamber to host trade briefing
CROWLEY - On Thursday, February 16 at the LSU AgCenter in Crowley, an international trade briefing will be held from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. Le Centre International, the international division of t...
Feb 10, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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St. Michael School’s annual cake auction has been a very successful fundraiser for the athletic department over the years, helping buy new uniforms and equipments in all its sports. This year’s auction will occur tonight from 6-9 p.m. on KSIG. Showing off the school’s newer uniforms and equipment are, from left, acob Vicknair, Hunter LeBlanc, Jake Reiners and Julia Schmid.
Annual cake auction set
CROWLEY – The St. Michael Elementary School athletic department will hold its annual cake auction tonight starting at 6 p.m. on KSIG radio. There are over 50 items to bid on including cakes baked b...
Feb 08, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
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J.C. Webb and his 1939 Evinrude outboard motor will be headed to Vegas.
1939 outboard engine earns Webbs a Vegas trip
CROWLEY - ‘American Restoration’ a show on The History Channel which is devoted to the restoration of old objects such as vending and pinball machines, will be showcasing a 1939 Evinrude eight lb. ...
Feb 04, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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State’s presidential primary explained
CROWLEY – With the Presidential Preference Primary and Municipal Primary fast approaching, the deadline to register to vote as well as early voting is also coming up fast. Louisiana’s presidential ...
Feb 04, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
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