This home located at 203 Benoit Street in Rayne was the scene of a shooting Wednesday, March 9, that left one person dead. Following additional investigating, the victim's boyfriend was arrested for the shooting.
UPDATE:
RAYNE - Upon further investigation, a Rayne man has been arrested by Rayne Police in the shooting death of his girlfriend.
DONATES “BUDDY BENCH” TO SCHOOL - During ceremonies held at Rayne Head Start, Eagle Scout candidate Noel Peter donated a “Buddy Bench” for the school as part of his community service project. On hand for the presentation were, front row, from left, Mekhi Goodley, Marcus Steiner, Rilyn Guillory and Kailey Guidry; back row, Bethalun Bernard, parent; Debra Dupont and Rose Ann Brown, aunts; Tracey Baptiste, Site Supervisor, Dave Constantin of Troop 61, Eagle candidate Noel Peter, Dineen Constantin of Troop 61, Fr. Emmanuel Awe, Oir Mother of Mercy pastor; and school custodian John Cole. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Lisa Soileaux)
RAYNE - As a part of obtaining the rank of Eagle with the Boys Scout of America, all Scouts are required to complete an Eagle service project.
Markel Deshaune Cormier Sr.
RAYNE - Rayne Chief of Police Carroll J. Stelly announced details of a vehicle pursuit and eventual arrest of a wanted fugitive from Rayne.
KING AND QUEEN DISPLAY COSTUMES - The Krewe of Kings and Queens Extraordinanire Mardi Gras Parade Grand Marshals Antionetta Cormier, left, and John Davis Jr., right, display their decorative costumes following the Mardi Gras Day parade. Additional parade and event highlights can be found inside on page 12A. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - The second of two Mardi Gras celebrations was enjoyed by Rayne citizens on Tuesday, March 1, Mardi Gras Day.
2020 FROG FESTIVAL HONOREE RECOGNIZED- Following a two-year delay due to COVID-19 cancellations, the 2020 Frog Festival Grand Marshal, Brent “Blue” Foreman, was finally able to receive his grand marshal plaque from Frog Festival Chairman Jeremy Lavergne Friday afternoon. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Lisa Soileaux)
RAYNE - Following a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19 mandates and restrictions, the Rayne Frog Festival will return this year.
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