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ARRESTS MADE IN THEFT OF MONEY AT CRAWFISH PLANT

Mon, 05/18/2020 - 11:31am

CROWLEY — Three arrests have been made in connection with the recent theft of money from a local crawfish wholesale business.
Shane Gautreaux, Christopher Sonnier and Heather Vincent were arrested by Acadia Parish Sheriff’s Deputies in connection with the theft from the business on South Highway 35 near Rayne.
During the investigation, it was determined that an employee was involved in the theft and distracted other employees to allow other suspects to enter the premises and steal operating funds, according to Sheriff K.P. Gibson.

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The library will begin to offer limited services on Monday.

Abbeville library opens with limited services

Mon, 05/18/2020 - 11:28am

The Vermilion Parish Library is happy to announce that it will reopen on Monday, May 18.
The reopening will come with limited service.
All branches of the Vermilion Parish Library will go back to their regular scheduled hours of operation. In the Phase 1 plan we will be offering limited services to our patrons.
The services are listed below”
Phase 1
• Drive up and curbside service starts, no printing, copying, faxing or scanning services will be available.
• At opening we will be offering drive up and curbside service to patrons.

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Jé Johnnie

Senior Highlight: Kaplan High's Jé Johnnie

Mon, 05/18/2020 - 10:47am

What are your plans after high school?

After high school, I will attend college and pursue a degree in Kinesiology with the hopes of being a physical therapist.

Who is/was your favorite teacher?

My favorite teacher would have to be Mr. Chauvin because everyday he makes it interesting to learn in his class!

Who has had the greatest influence on you, why?

My mom has had the greatest influence on me because she is the most positive person in my life. She keeps me motivated and strong no matter what!

What is your favorite movie?

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Seth Sonnier

Senior Highlight: Erath High's Seth Sonnier

Mon, 05/18/2020 - 10:36am

What are your plans after high school?

I will attend Louisiana State University and major in Biological Sciences and minor in Business.

Who was your favorite teacher?

I do not have one favorite teacher. My favorites are Lauren Trahan, Kelsey Sikes, and Laurie Broussard because they always pushed me to try harder and to do better in school.

Who has had the greatest influence on you?

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Each NV senior will get a blue mask.

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North Vermilion T-shirts are used to make the masks.

Mom creates North Vermilion masks for seniors

Mon, 05/18/2020 - 9:58am

When North Vermilion High seniors get their diploma, they will be wearing a matching homemade surgical mask with the North Vermilion Patriot logo.
Monique LeMaire is the mother of junior Colin LeMaire. She operates a screen-printing shop and has provided NV T-shirts to North Vermilion over years.
She got wind that for North Vermilion High’s graduation, the seniors and everyone who will be handing out awards will have to have surgical masks because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
LeMaire wanted to do her part to help make graduation enjoyable for the seniors.

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