Parents of students in French Immersion programs at three Cecilia schools were told last week that a shortage of qualified French teachers is making it difficult to fully staff the program at Cecilia Jr. High.
Property theft, gunfire damage to cars and houses and a feeling that the police are not following through on investigations has some St. Martinville residents frustrated.
Not that long ago, Greg Guirard paused on the stoop of his sprawling cabin on Bayou Mercier, near Catahoula, and heaved a sigh.
“These days I hardly know which way to turn when I step out the door,” he said.
Operating with nearly a “zero budget,” Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) vow to continue to be the voice of abused and neglected children in the 16th Judicial District.
The St. Martin Parish Library Board has awarded a $966,000 contract to JC Construction LLC for renovation and additions to the Cecilia Branch Library.
The Broussard company was the low bidder among seven firms seeking the work at prices ranging as high as $1.32 million.
The project budget is $1,069,325.