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Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice SEX OFFENDER VILLE PLATTE I, PHILLIP ANDERSON SR, have been convicted of 14:42 AGGRAVTED RAPE (ATTEMPTED) on July 9, 2009. 14:42.1 FORCIBLE RAPE (ATTEMPTED) on August 23, 2026. My address is: 1196 ABRAHAM AVE., VILLE PLATTE, LA. 70586 Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 06/14/1971 Height: 5’9” Weight: 230 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown 082026 082326 Cost is $95.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice STATE OF LOUISIANA 13TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY EVANGELINE PARISH, LOUISIANA 337-363-3438 NOTICE OF PENDING FORFEITURE to CLAIMANT: KENNETH WAYNE ASHLEY ADDRESS: 216 WEST GENERAL BEAUREGARD VILLE PLATTE, LA. 70586 (IF IN JAIL SERVE AT EPSO 200 COURT STREET, VILLE PLATTE, LA) STATE OF LOUISIANA VERSUS SEVEN THOUSAND TWO HUNDRED FORTY-ONE DOLLARS (Property - Currency, Vehicle, etc.) 1972 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS CONVERTIBLE (RED) (Property - Currency, Vehicle, etc.) 1991 FORD MUSTANG 5.0 CONVERTIBLE (BLUE) (Property - Currency, Vehicle, etc. 1980 OLDSMOBILE CUTLASS (TAN) (Property - Currency, Vehicle, etc. KENNETH WAYNE ASHLEY (Property Owner/Possessor) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that property herein described has been seized for forfeiture and is pending forfeiture to the STATE OF LOUISIANA pursuant to LSA-R.S. 40:2601 et seq. If you have not previously received a “Notice of Seizure for Forfeiture”,this is notice pursuant to LSA­ R.S. 40:2601 et. seq. Claims for any or all of the property herein concerned MUST be filed in accordance with LSA-R.S. 40:2609 and 40:2610. THIS IS SPEARATE FROM AND IN ADDITION TO A PETITION OR ANSWER TO A PETITION. I. LSA-R.S. 40:2610. Claims A. Only an owner of or interest holder in property seized for forfeiture may file a claim, and shall do so in the manner provided in this section. The claim shall be mailed to the seizing agency, and to the District Attorney, by certified mail, return receipt requested, within thirty (30) days after Notice of Pending Forfeiture. No extension of time for the filing of a claim shall be granted. B. The claim shall be in affidavit form, signed by the claimant under oath, and sworn to by the affiant before one who has authority to administer the oath, under penalty of perjury or false swearing, and shall act forth all of the following: 1. The caption of the proceedings as set forth on the Notice of Pending Forfeiture or petition and the name of claimant; 2. The address where claimant will accept mail; 3. The nature and extent of the claimant’s interest in the property; 4. The date, identity of the transferor, and the circumstances of the claimant’s acquisition of the interest in the property; 5. The specific provision of this Chapter relied on in asserting that the property not subject to forfeiture; 6. All essential facts supporting each assertion; 7. The specific relief sought. In some circumstances, a person claiming a lawful interest may file, within ten (10) days of Notice of Seizure for Forfeiture, an application under LSA-R.S. 40:2611 (C) to obtain a hearing on the provisional return of the property pending the outcome of a judicial proceeding on its forfeiture. If an application for such a hearing is filed, it, too, must comply with the requirements of LSA-R.S. 40:2610, must allow five (5) days notice to the attorney for the State prior to issuance of an order to show cause, and it must be filed in the District Court in Evangeline Parish. THE DATE AND PLACE OF SEIZURE AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PROPERTY AFFECTED BY THIS NOTICE IS AS FOLLOWS: PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-One Dollars PLACE OF SEIZURE: 216 West General Beauregard, Ville Platte, LA 70586 DATE OF SEIZURE: May 12 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible - VIN#3J67K2M118533 PLACE OF SEIZURE: 216 West General Beauregard, Ville Platte, LA 70586 DATE OF SEIZURE: May 12 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1991 Ford Mustang 5.0 Convertible - VIN#1FACP45EXMF136956 PLACE OF SEIZURE: 216 West General Beauregard, Ville Platte, LA 70586 DATE OF SEIZURE: May 12 PROPERTY DESCRIPTION: 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass - VIN#3R47FAD440280 PLACE OF SEIZURE: 216 West General Beauregard, Ville Platte, LA 70586 DATE OF SEIZURE: May 12 THIS CONDUCT GIVING RISE TO FORFEITURE IS AS FOLLOWS: ***SEE AFFIDAVIT ATTACHED TO NOTICE OF SEIZURE FOR FORFEITURE*** The above-described property was seized for forfeiture because it was used or intended to be used to facilitate conduct giving rise to forfeiture, and/or is the proceeds of conduct giving rise to forfeiture, and/or property found in proximity to contraband and or an instrumentality of conduct giving rise to forfeiture. The seizing agency was the Evangeline Parish Sheriff’s Department whose mailing address is 200 Court Street, Suite 100, Ville Platte, LA 70586 082026 Cost is $200.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice 13TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF EVANGELINE STATE OF LOUISIANA Case Number #26000419 Warrant Number # State of Louisiana VS KENNETH WAYNE ASHLEY JR APPLICATION FOR AND AFFIDAVIT IN SUPPORT OF A SEIZURE WARRANT ************************************** BEFORE ME, the undersigned Authority of the 13TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT, Parish of EVANGELINE, State of Louisiana, Jonathan Michael Durgin, of the Evangeline Parish Sheriffs Office, who, upon being duly sworn by me, deposes and says: THAT A SEIZURE WARRANT SHOULD BE ISSUED FOR THE FOLLOWING PROPERTY: 1. $7,241 in United States Currency 2. 1972 Oldsmobile cutlass convertible red in color VIN Number 3J67K2M118533 with displayed license plate 346FOZ 3. 1991 Ford Mustang 5.0 Convertible blue in color VIN Number 1FACP45EXMF136956 with displayed license plate 573GSR 4. 1980 Oldsmobile cutlass tan in color VIN Number 3R47F AD4402RO with displayed license plate 742FPF FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS: Affiant is a/an with the Evangeline Parish Sheriffs Office, and has been designated by the District Attorney as a seizing officer pursuant to R.S. 40:2601, et seq. Affiant’s knowledge of the facts of this matter result from his personal participation in the investigation and /or as a result of his supervisory position via personal contact with the investigating officers and review of their case reports. On May 12, 2026, Narcotic Agents, as well as Patrol Deputies with Evangeline Parish Sheriff Office conducted a No-Knock Narcotic Search Warrant at the residence of 216 West General Beauregard, Ville Platte, Louisiana 70586. Upon arrival the announcement of “Sheriff Office Search Warrant” was made prior to making entry. Once Entry was made, the residence was cleared of any and all subjects within the residence. Once the residence was deemed safe a search was conducted. The following was located within the residence: • Located under the mattress within the first room was a Hi-point Firearms Model JHP .45 ACP, Serial Number X434320 with 9 bullets in magazine. • Located on the nightstand near the bed in the first room of the residence was $7,241 in United States Currency. It should be advised that an identification for Kenneth Wayne Ashley Jr was observed under the United States Currency located (Louisiana DL 009323600) • Located in a bottle within the nightstand in the first room was 23 yellow rectangle Imprint R039 identified as Alprazolam 2mg pills, 16 white rectangle imprint G3722 identified as Alprazolam 2mg, 4 blue in color oval pills imprint Y20 identified as Alprazolam 1mg, 9 blue in color oval pills imprint GG258 identified as Alprazolam 1mg, 5 orange in color imprint G3720 identified as Alprazolam 0.5 mg, 5 blue in color oval pills G3721 identified as Alprazolam 1mg • Located in a bottle with no label within the nightstand was 12 white rectangle pills imprint Y21 identified as Alprazolam 2mg • Located in a bottle with a label scratched off within the nightstand, was 15 blue oval pills imprint GG258 identified as Alprazolam 1mg • Located within the kitchen cabinet on left side of sink was a bottle labeled for Pure Shilajit Gummies in which contained 26 white oblong pills imprint T194 identified as Acetaminophen Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325/10 mg • Located in a bottle on the dresser in the bedroom at the foot of the bed containing 8 Yellow round pills imprint 230/aivogen logo identified Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325/10, 15 white round pills imprint RP 10/325 identified as Acetaminophen Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325/10 mg, 4 white oblong pills imprint WES203 10/325 identified as Acetaminophen Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325/10 mg, 2 white oblong pills imprint T194 identified as Acetaminophen Oxycodone Hydrochloride 325/10 mg • Located in Kitchen Cabinet on the left side of the sink within a large bag was approximately 5.42 grams of Marijuana 93 grams of Marijuana, and 1.29 grams of Marijuana within a sandwich bag. • Also located in the kitchen cabinet on left side of the sink was 3 Muhameds Vapes dual flavored V2 Vapes 2000 mg of THC • Located within a suitcase in the kitchen cabinet near the rear door was a box containing 12 bottles of 16 Fl oz bottles of Promethazine Hydrochloride oral solution 6.25mg/5ml unopened • Located within another kitchen cabinet near the sink was a box containing 8 unopen 16 Fl. oz bottles of Promethazine Hydrochloride oral solution 6.25mg 5ml. and 1 open bottle labeled Promethazine Hydrochloride oral solution 6.25mg /5ml containing 11 Fl. oz • Located in a box within the kitchen was an amber colored bottle labeled Carolina Chemical 5-bromo-1-pentene >98.0% in which is suspected to be an ingredient to manufacture and or produce synthetic marijuana also known as Mojo • It should also be advised that a white in color tub with an unknown substance in which contained a chemical odor was located on the kitchen counter it should be advised that the substane was seized and will be sent to a lab for chemical testing. It should also be advised that the Chemical compound located is suspected to be a key ingredients in the manufacture of synthetic cannabis, it should also be advised that in a prior investigation in 2024 Kenneth Ashley was a suspect involving the manufacture of Synthetic Cannabis with his previous associate Brandon Deshotel also known as his street alias “Lil B”. It should be advised that during the prior investigation Kenneth Ashley and Brandon Deshotel knew one another enough for Kenneth Ashley to allow Brandon Deshotel to utilize a vehicle. It should also be advised that during the course of the prior investigation, Brandon Deshotel advised a subject to retrieve tracking numbers from Kenneth Ashley Jr for the packages that he was waiting on in which was going to the address of 325 Rue D Aimee, Ville Platte La and another going to a prior residence of his 904 South Street, Mamou La. It should be advised that a package was intercepted at the time in which the key components in the manufacturing of Synthetic Marijuana/Cannabis. It should be advised that several vehicles were located on the property, all of which are registered to Kenneth W Ashley Jr. and it should be advised that all vehicles were seized because it is believed they were purchased with the proceeds from Narcotic Distribution 1. 1972 Oldsmobile cutlass convertible red in color VIN Number 3J67K2M118533 with displayed license plate 346FOZ 2. 1991 Ford Mustang 5.0 Convertible blue in color VIN Number 1FACP45EXMF136956 with displayed license plate 573GSR 3. 1980 Oldsmobile cutlass tan in color VIN Number 3R47FAD440280 with displayed license plate 742FPF Kenneth Ashley has an extensive criminal history in the state of Louisiana with multiple prior drug offense charges and several convictions for drug offenses. It should also be advised that Kenneth Ashely Jr is currently out on Bond from St Landry Parish Sheriff Office from a prior offense in February of 2026 where he was charges with La RS 40:966 Possession of Marijuana and 14:95. 1 Possession of a firearm by a person convicted of certain felonies Due to the totality of circumstances, an arrest warrant for Kenneth Ashley Jr is requested for the following charges: • La RS 40:967 Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule II CDS (Oxycodone) • La RS 40:966 Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule I CDS (Marijuana) • La RS 40:969 Possession with the intent to distribute Schedule IV CDS (Alprazolam) • La RS 40: 1060.13 Possession with the intent to distribute Legend Drug (Promethazine) • La RS 40: 1041 Transactions involving drug offenses • La RS 14:95E Possession of a firearm in the presence of CDS • La RS 14:95.1 Possession of a firarm by a person convicted of certain felonies • La RS 14:26/40:966 Criminal Conspiracy to Manufacture 40:966A Synthetic Marijuana Based upon the information detailed in this application, your affiant requests a SEIZURE WARRANT be issued for the above described property under the requirements of La. RS 40:2606. /s/:Jonathan Michael Durgin Jonathan Michael Durgin Affiant THUS DONE AND PASSED on the 13 day of May 2026 at 04:36 PM. /s/Marcus L. Fontenot Judge Marcus L. Fontenot 13th JUDICIAL DISTIRCT PARISH OF EVANGELINE STATE OF LOUISIANA 082026 Cost is $250.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice NOTICE OF SEIZURE FOR FORFEITURE to: Kenneth Wayne Ashley ADDRESS: 216 West General Beauregard Ville Platte, LA You are hereby given notice pursuant to LSA-R.S. 40:2601 et seq. that the following property has been seized for forfeiture at the following location(s) on the following datcs(s): DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Seven Thousand Two Hundred Forty-One (7241.00) Dollars 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible (Red) VIN# 3J67K2M118533 1991 Ford Mustang 5.0 Convertible (Blue) VIN# 1FACP45EXMF136956 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass (Tan) VIN# 3R47FAD440280 LOCATION OF SEIZURE: 216 West General Beauregard Ville Platte, LA 70586 DATE OF SEIZURE: 5.12.26 THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE SEIZING AGENT AND AGENCY IS: SEIZING AGENT’S NAME: Jonathan Michael Durgin SEIZING AGENCY’S NAME: Evangeline Parish Sheriff Department SEIZING AGENCY’S ADDRESS: 200 Court Street, VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586 The conduct-giving rise to forfeiture or the violation of law alleged is: ATTACHED AFFIDAVIT IN SUPPORT OF SEIZURE WARRANT Dated the 13th day of May, 2026. A copy of this Notice along with a Request for Forfeiture will be sent to the Office of the District Attorney, Forfeiture Section at the following address: By: Julhelene E. Jackson Julhelene E. Jackson Assistant District Attorney 13th Judicial District Attorney’s Office P. O. Drawer 780 Ville Platte, LA 70586 (337)363-3438 082026 Cost is $80.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice Bread of Life CDC of La. Will file a pre-application package to apply for the USDA Rural Development Housing Preservation Grant 2026 authorized under {USDA-RD-HCFP-HPG-2026} and implemented at 7 CFR part 1944, subpart N. The grant funds will be used to assist very low and low-income homeowners in repairing and rehabilitating their homes. Such activities as repairing or replacing electrical wiring, roofs, insulation, heating systems, and handicap accessibility features. The grant is intended to help households in rural areas of Allen, Evangeline and St. Landry Parishes. A detailed statement of activities is available to the public for review upon request. Any public comments are welcome and must be made to the Bread of Life CDC of La at P O Box 284, Oakdale, La. 71463 or by calling 318-524-7730. Public comments are available until September 8, 2026. 082026 Cost is $95.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice SEX OFFENDER VILLE PLATTE I, JERREL KEITH SONNIER have been convicted of 14:80 CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF A JUVENILE on November 10, 2010. 14:80 CARNAL KNOWLEDGE OF A JUVENILE on January 7, 2014. My address is: 1983 WHITEVILLE RD., VILLE PLATTE, LA 70586 Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 04/10/1990 Height: 5’8” Weight: 150 Hair Color: Black Eye Color: Brown 082026 082326 Cost is $95.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice WHEREABOUTS Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the heirs of Joseph Carol Berzas or anyone knowing the whereabouts of Joseph Carol Berzas contact Attorney Jason Savoy at 337-789-1707. 082026 082326 Cost is $32.50
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice VILLAGE OF PINE PRAIRIE REGULAR MEETING JULY 9, 2026 The Governing Body of the Village of Pine Prairie met on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at the Village Hall. The following members were present: Mayor Quint West and Council Members Tammy Buxton, Wayne Deville and Kevin Rodriguez. Village Attorney Greg Vidrine and Village Engineer Ronnie Landreneau were also present. Chief of Police Shane Guillory was absent. Mayor West called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. Mayor Quint West led the Pledge of Allegiance. Reports: Council Member Tammy Buxton reported compiling a list of properties in violation of village ordinances. Council Member Kevin Rodriguez reported abandoned vehicles on Walnut Street. Village Clerk Kristan Bordelon provided the mayor and council members with a copy of the July financial statement along with a copy of all Investar Bank statements for the month of June. Motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez and seconded by Council Member Deville to accept the financial statement provided and excuse the clerk from reading. Motion carried. Old Business: Motion was made by Council Member Buxton and seconded by Council Member Rodriguez to approve the minutes of the June 11, 2026 regular meeting. Motion carried. Motion was made by Council Member Deville and seconded by Council Member Buxton to approve the payment of the monthly expenditures. Motion carried. New Business: Mr. Shirley Vige with Vige, Tujague and Noel addressed the Mayor and Council Members on the 2025 audit. Motion was made by Council Member Deville and seconded by Council Member Buxton to accept the 2025 audit. Motion carried. Andy Carson addressed the Mayor and Council Members on the upcoming Boggy Bayou Festival Car Show and Family Day. Motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez and seconded by Council Member Buxton to adjourn. Motion carried. __________________________ Kristan Bordelon, Village Clerk 082026 Cost is $80.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice TOWN OF MAMOU REGULAR MEETING JULY 8, 2026 The Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the Town of Mamou met in regular session at their regular meeting place, the City Hall Meeting Room, on July 8, 2026 at 6 p.m. THERE WERE PRESENT: Mayor Leisa Deshotel; Board of Alderman members: Derrell Thomas, Ricardo Goodley Brook Chapman, Eugene Manuel, Mamou Police Chief Patrick Hall, Town Attorney Gregory Vidrine, Town Employee Lori Logue THERE WERE ABSENT: Chester Granger, Jr., Town Clerk Following the opening prayer and recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, the meeting was duly convened by Honorable Leisa Deshotel, Mayor, who announced that the Board was ready for the transaction of business. It was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Eugene Manuel to approve and adopt the proceedings of the regular meeting on June 10, 2026, as submitted. Motion carries unanimously. A Police Activity Report was then presented by Mamou Police Chief Charles Patrick Hall. The report noted a total of 7 arrest made; 63 citations issued; 7 accidents and 9989 miles logged during patrols and other activities for the prior monthly period. Chief Charles Patrick Hall had no personnel recommendations for consideration by the board. Town Clerk, Chester Granger, Jr. was absent so the financial reports with comparison to Budget Actual provided to Board members for review were not discussed. The council were instructed to contact Town Clerk Chester Granger, Jr. if they had any questions. Chief Charles Patrick Hall addressed the board pertaining to the renewal of the ACI Rental Agreement for radars. It was moved by Brook Chapman, second by Derrell Thomas to approve the renewal of the ACI Rental Agreement and to enter into a contract for 36 months at the rate of $177.39 for two radars. Motion carries unanimously. Annie Dillard, Acadian Ambulance area supervisor, addressed the board and provided updates on calls and response times throughout Evangeline Parish. Mayor Deshotel addressed the board concerning the Proposed Ordinance 03-2025 to sale 16.5 acres of property near the walking park. It was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Ricardo Goodley to accept the proposed ordinance. Alderman Brook Chapman abstained from voting on this issue. Motion carries. Upon discussion, it was moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Robin Young to proceed with proposed ordinance 03-2025 for the sale of 16.5 acres of property near the walking park. A public hearing will be held on August 12, 2026 at 5:45 p.m. Motion carries unanimously. It was moved by Brook Chapman, second by Derrell Thomas, to consider an item not included on the agenda allowing the board to address the rental agreement ordinance of the Mamou Recreational Complex. Alderman Brook Chapman stated that he felt the rental of the Mamou Recreational Complex was too costly for this area. He stated that he had spoken with neighboring municipalities and learned that the cost of renting in those municipalities was considerably lower than the rental of the Mamou Recreational Complex. Mayor Deshotel explained the rental differences between a private party rental and an event rental. He asked the board to consider lowering the rent to $850.00 across the board because he felt the current rental amount was a burden on the community. The council was informed that the lowering of the rental must be done by Ordinance. No action taken.He asked the board to consideration He as Following an opportunity for public comment, it was then moved by Derrell Thomas, second by Brook Chapman that there being no further business, the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 6:24 p.m. APPROVED: ATTESTED: ___________________________ _______________________ Leisa Deshotel Chester Granger, Jr. Mayor Clerk 082026 Cost is $135.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice ORDINANCE 03-2026 TO SELL PROPERTY OF THE TOWN OF MAMOU IN ACCORDANCE WITH LA. R.S. 33:4712 An Ordinance approving the sale of immovable property of the Town of Mamou. WHEREAS, Louisiana Revised Statutes 33:4712 provides thata municipality may sell to private persons at a private sale, any property, or portions thereof, including immovable property, which is, in the opinion of the governing authority, not needed for public purposes. WHEREAS, it is believed that the provisions of La.R.S. 33:4712 are applicable to the sale of immovable property by the Town of Mamou; WHEREAS, the Town of Mamou has reviewed the prope1ty needs of the Town and in the opinion of this governing authority, said lot is not needed for public purposes at this time or in the foreseeable future, said property being further described as follows: That certain tract or parcel of land, containing 16.5 acre, together with all improvements situated thereon, being located in Section 7, Township 5 South, Range 1 East, of Evangeline Parish, State of Louisiana. Said property has a frontage of 238.97 feet along Ball Park Road and is known and designated as “16.50 AC” and further described as having such location, shape, measurements, configuration, and boundaries as are depicted in the Plat of Survey prepared by J.Ronald Landreneau and Associates, Inc., dated November 03, 2025, said plat being attached hereto and made a part hereof. WHEREAS, the Town of Mamou has agreed in principle to a sale of the above described property to TROY A. MORIEN, who owns the adjacent lots, for the price of $2,500 per acre and all associated costs of this sale to be paid cash in hand upon the execution of the Act of Cash Sale with said sale to include an “as is” provision in which the buyer takes said immovable property and waives any rights buyer may have to redhibition; WHEREAS, the Town of Mamou shall publish three times in filleen days, one week apart, in a newspaper published in the municipality a notice of this proposed ordinance before completing the proposed sale; WHEREAS, any opposition to the proposed ordinance shall be made in writing, Jiled with the commission within fifteen days its first publication. If an opposition is filed, the governing authority shall not adopt the ordinance until a hearing has been held. If the ordinance is adopted, it shall not become effective until ten days after its passage, during which time any interested citizen may apply to the district court for an order restraining the disposition of the property. After the ordinance becomes effective, it cannot be contested for any reason. WHEREAS, it is now the desire of the Town of Mamou to approve said sale as outlined herein and in accordance with Louisiana Revised Statutes 33:4712; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Town of Mamou, Parish of Evangeline, State of Louisiana, in legal and regular and/or special session, after a public hearing with legal notice, sell the above described property in accordance with the terms of this ordinance. Yeas: Eugene Manuel, Derrell Thomas, Brook Chapman, Robin Young, Ricardo Goodley, Nays: 0 082026 083026 Cost is $95.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice evangeline parish fire district ii regular meeting june 9, 2026 Minutes for monthly meeting, held June 9, 2026, ordered by T. Demourelle at 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting opened at 6:00pm I. Roll Call: Present: T. Demourelle S. Devillier Z. Johnson Sec. C. Edwards Chief Manuel Absent: H. Soileau N. Thomas S. Thibodeaux The Evangeline Parish Fire District #2 met on June 9, 2062 at 6:00pm at the Te Mamou Fire Station. A roll call was conducted, and it was determined that a quorum was not present. Due to the lack of a quorum, no official business was conducted, no motions were considered, and no actions were taken by the board. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06pm. Courtney Edwards Board Secretary Evangeline Parish Fire District #2 Signature: Ted Demoruelle Date: 7/14/2026 Next meeting July 14, 2026 at 6pm at Te-Mamou Fire Station. 082026 Cost is $60.00
Ville Platte Gazette
Ville Platte
August 20, 2026
Legal Notice WHEREABOUTS Please be advised that Andrew R. Brown, Attorney at Law, has been appointed to represent SHERALYN M. COURTNEY and JOHN COURTNEY in the matter entitled “Sheralyn M. Courtney And John Courtney Vs. Gary L. Porubsky, M.D., Et Al, Civil Docket No. C-2402052-B, 27th JDC, St. Landry Parish, Louisiana/” If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of SHERALYN M. COURTNEY and JOHN COURTNEY, please contact my office at 337-457-4116 or email our office at the following email address: drew@drewbrownlegal.com. 081626 082026 Cost is $32.50