Half a Cup
Tue, 01/27/2026 - 10:05am
Demi means half in French, but actually a demi tasse is a small cup
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Photos courtesy of Rachel Trahan Photography
King Mark Arceneaux and Queen Listi Arceneaux
A League Of Their Own — Back Row: Kristi Touchard, Tina Renard, Julie Alario, Ann Nunez, Queen Listi Arceneaux, Mechell Frazier, Jodi Romero, Tammy Gordon and Natalie Menard; Front Row: Coach Liz Schexnayder, Rachel Trahan, Keisha Deville JoEllen Barras, Tammy Trim, Sandy Migues, Jennifer Broussard, Mitzie Duhon and Coach Clint Renard.
Party Poulets — Ken Schexnayder, Matt Gordon, Hunter Delahoussaye, Cru Arceneaux, Jorey Renard and Zack Renard
Umpires — Chess Gordon and Garret Frederick
Shrimp Shakers — Mike Romero, Andrew Robin, Scotty Trahan, King Mark Arceneaux, Tracey Trim and Zane Zager
Commentators — Chris Esponge and Kassie Romero
The Sandlot — Standing: Jake Duhon, Brittany Delcambre, Robbie Barras, Bryan Touchard, Jesse Alario, Chris Frazier, Laura Satchez and Frances Nunez; Kneeling — Darcel Robin, Tammy Trim, Laura Rogers
Dance Instructor — Hollie Mire
Dance Team — Back Row: Britlyn Zagar, Lili LeBlanc, Lexie Renard and Lani Renard; Front Row: Mandy Leblanc, Clara Mendoza, Renee Renard and Jamie Schexnayder.
VIP — Hank Schexnayder
Working Woman Fan — Amanda Thibodeaux
Concession and Field Guys — Kyle LeBlanc, Bryan Satchez, Clayton Rogers, Ben LeBlanc
Delcambre’s Krewe De Mystical Waters plays ball
Wed, 01/21/2026 - 2:19pm
On January 17, 2026, the Krewe de Mystical Waters marked a milestone evening with the celebration of its XXV Bal Masque, delighting guests with a spirited night of pageantry, tradition, and entertainment.
Embracing the lively theme “Play Ball,” the ballroom was transformed into a festive tribute to America’s favorite pastime, blending Mardi Gras elegance with playful, athletic flair.
Louisiana Arbor Day to be celebrated in Abbeville
Thu, 01/15/2026 - 10:38am
Louisiana Arbor Day will be celebrated on Friday, January 16, 2026, a special occasion dedicated to recognizing the vital role trees play in our environment and our community. In Abbeville, this meaningful observance is highlighted through the efforts of the Abbeville Garden Club, Friends of Godchaux Park, Keep Abbeville Beautiful and the leadership of Mayor Roslyn White.
Resolution Time
Wed, 01/14/2026 - 10:11am
Thinking, planning, and changing New Year’s Resolutions consumes my Januarys. It just seems like a perfect opportunity to start over, backtrack, improve, and change my changes. I came across “75 Resolutions to Improve Your 2026.” Every suggestion was positive and doable. My favorites involved joyful leisure, reading, books, and book clubs, although using any of those as a resolution would be cheating. Starting a book club is on my tentative list. My favorite was “Call your parents and grandparents more!” I passing that one on to my grandchildren, and I’m sure they will be grateful.
Gueydan Chamber of Commerce honored outgoing Krewe de La Chambre Royale King, Queen
Wed, 01/14/2026 - 10:04am
On Jan. 4, the Gueydan Chamber of Commerce honored its 2025 Krewe de La Chambre Royale King Bobby Deperrodil and Queen Theresa Deperrodil Trahan at the Wine and Cheese. Nadine Lepretre, krewe captain and chamber president (with crown), takes part in the presentation. The Gueydan Chamber of Commerce Krewe de La Chambre Royale will host its annual Mardi Gras Ball on Jan. 31. Tickets are currently on sale for $50 and may be purchased at the Bank of Gueydan.