News

Article Image Alt Text

Abbeville Chief of Police Mike Hardy speaks to members of the Rotary Club on Wednesday.

Chief of Police Mike Hardy

Mike Hardy is not a college football coach.
However, like a college football coach, Hardy has spent a good bit of time on the recruiting trail.
Since his return as Abbeville Chief of Police on July 1, Hardy has actively sought to bring new people into the department. That included a stop by the Rotary Club of Abbeville’s weekly meeting last Wednesday.
“This is happening right now,” Hardy said, “I am actively recruiting, everywhere I go. If I speak at a meeting, I’m going to ask if you know anyone between the ages of 18 and 78.

Article Image Alt Text

Dozens of volunteers took part in last years’ Community Cleanup Day in Abbeville. This year’s event is set for Saturday, Sept. 24.

Community Cleanup Day Set for Saturday, Sept. 24 in Abbeville

Dozens of volunteers joined forces last September to clean up Abbeville.
They are ready to do it again, and would love for you to join them.
Abbeville’s Cleanup Day Part 2 is set for Saturday, Sept. 24, from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Volunteers will meet at the Christian Service Center, located at 701 Chevis St. in Abbeville.
Nikia Leblanc, owner of Math Depot, which is one of the sponsors, and vice president of the Vermilion Reach Group, is ready to go.

Article Image Alt Text

Scott Trahan

Scott Trahan running for Alderman in town of Maurice

Hi, my name is Scott Trahan, I’m excited to announce my running for Alderman of Maurice.
My wife, Emily Trahan and I have been married for 27 years. Emily is the grand-daughter of the late Bob and Gladys Trahan. We have three children Hunter, Gage, and Remi Trahan who are all alumni of Vermilion Catholic, and ULL, SLU, and attending LSU.
As a career business owner, I have been the owner-operator of Scott’s Professional Lawn Care for 31 years. In 2007, My wife and I purchased Spic’N’Span Cleaners in Abbeville and later expanded to Kaplan.

Article Image Alt Text

Anna LaPointe

Anna LaPointe seeking re-election as Erath Chief of Police

I, Chief Anna LaPointe, would like to say, “ THANK YOU,” to the whole community of Erath for the opportunity to be your Chief Of Police.
I am asking for your help on November 8, 2022, to continue working for you.
Our Police Department does more than just enforce the laws. We also serve our community. Myself and our Officers are constantly training to ensure the safety of our community. I have several training instructors, which include firearms, self-defensive tactics and radar. My number one goal is to keep our community safe.

Article Image Alt Text

Nick Touchet

Nick Touchet announces run for Vermilion Parish School Board in District I

My name is Nick Touchet and I am pleased to announce my candidacy for the newly added District I seat on the Vermilion Parish School Board.
I was born and raised and a lifelong resident of my district. I am married to Alaina Hebert Touchet from Erath, and we have four children, Kennedi (23), John Nick (18), Meg (16) and Ana Kate (10). Our children attend or have attended public schools including Meaux Elementary, North Vermilion Middle School and North Vermilion High School.

Pages

Vermilion Today

Abbeville Meridional

318 N. Main St.
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: 337-893-4223
Fax: 337-898-9022

The Kaplan Herald

219 North Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548