Rayne News

DISTINGUISHED CITIZEN AWARDS were presented to Ralph Stutes, left, and Horace Thibodeaux, right, during a May 23 luncheon hosted by the Evangeline Area Council Boy Scouts of America at Chef Roy's Frog City Cafe.

The sponsor of a House-passed bill that would delay the impact of Louisiana's new teacher evaluations said Thursday action on his proposal is being unfairly delayed in a state Senate committee, as the session nears its June 6 adjournment.

Covington came up short in its quest to be the cleanest city of its size in Louisiana, finishing fourth in its division in competition judged on May 10.

City Putt, the new miniature golf course in New Orleans City Park, is scheduled to open on Friday, May 24.

The Rayne Police Department request the media assistance in locating a 14-year-old juvenile, Kentyra Richard, who ran away from home late Sunday night, May 5. The Rayne Police Department asks anyone with information as to her whereabouts to please contact the department at 337-334-4215. Callers can remain anonymous if they desire.

Rayne-A Mass of Christian Burial for Betty Jane Arceneaux Thibodeaux, 77, of Mire will be celebrated on Monday, May 6, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. in St.

Church Point, La. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Church Point, La.

Covington will compete against four other Louisiana cities Friday in its quest to be named the state's cleanest city.

Officers with the City of Rayne Police Department arrested Nicolas Barron of Rayne for Simple Burglary and Possession of Stolen Goods.

On April 29, 2013, the City of Rayne Police Department arrested Chester Credeur of 808 W Perrodin Street, Rayne LA for Aggravated Rape.

The City of Rayne Police Department executed a search warrant at the residence of Nathaniel Laughlin, who is 27 years old, located at 702 Chappuis Street, Rayne LA on May 4, 2013.

The City of Rayne Police Department executed a search warrant at the residence of Nathaniel Laughlin, who is 27 years old, located at 702 Chappuis Street, Rayne LA on May 4, 2013.

Louisiana's agricultural economy may have been record-setting in 2012, but Lafayette area growers are focused on challenges ahead, farm experts said Tuesday.

Funeral Services will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 27, 2013 at Duhon Funeral Home in Rayne for Julius "Popa" Thibodeaux, 75, who passed away on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 in Lafayette.

Funeral services will be held at Gossen Funeral Home Chapel, Tuesday, April 30, 2013 at 11:00 am for Rita Credeur Neu, 88 who died Saturday, April 27, 2013.

Marie "Weasie" Goldman Constantine departed this life on Friday, April 19, 2013 in Lafayette, Louisiana following an extended illness.

KATC is investigating Acadiana's missing people. The oldest case on the books began 21 years ago when Donna Gonzales went missing.

Gov. Bobby Jindal's education agenda, which roared through the Legislature last year, is under fire on three new fronts.

Officiant of the nuptial Mass was the Rev. Alan Trouville. The bride is the daughter of Mr.

Acadia Parish School Board Attorney Gerard Caswell, left, administers the oath of office to the new board member for District 5, David Lalande, as Lalande's wife, Susan, and daughter, Claire, look on.