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New Eagle Scouts, Gianni and Dominic Colonna, were joined by their father, Richie Colonna (Scoutmaster Troop 77), left, and mother, Tammy Colonna, right, as they were both named Eagle Scouts during a Court of Honor ceremony held Saturday, April 27, at the Post 77 American Legion Home in Rayne. Also joining the group were, back row, Nicholas Granger (Scoutmaster Troop 61) and Dineen Constantin (Assistant Scoutmaster Troop 61). (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - History was made on Saturday, April 27, 2024, when a brother-sister duo were named Eagle Scouts during a Court of Honor ceremony held at the American Legion Home of Arceneaux Post 77.
Byline Lisa Soileaux, Rayne Acadian-Tribune
Among the speakers who took part in the 2024 Day of Prayer hosted by the City of Rayne at the Green Room on Thursday, May 2, were, from left, Pastor Todd Finley, Pastor Michael Guidry, Todd Trahan, Pastor Mary Ann Cole, Deacon Aaron Cutrer, Pastor Ryan Charles, Pastor Dr. Reginald Hilts and Pastor Tyrone Charlot. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - The 73rd Annual National Day of Prayer Service was held the evening of Thursday, May 2, at the Rayne Green Room by the City of Rayne.
Byline Lisa Soileaux, Rayne Acadian-Tribune
From city/festival queens, Legionnaires to many volunteers, a large group was on hand Saturday, April 27, for the fourth and final weekend of the “Love the Boot” clean-up campaign held every Saturday in Rayne as part of a new state-wide program. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - A number of groups, clubs, organizations, queens and volunteers signed up and participated in the City-Wide Spring Cleaning Event conducted throughout the month of April, held every Saturda
Byline Lisa Soileaux, Rayne Acadian-Tribune
Sports
ACADIA PARISH – When it comes to boys prep basketball, Acadia Parish had no shortage of talent during the 2024 season.
RAYNE - The 2024 annual Lady Wolves Volleyball Camp will be held May 27-30 at the Rayne Civic Center between the hours of 9 a.m.
During ceremonies held Friday, April 26, 2024, Rayne High volleyball standout Sarigh Mitchell signed a letter of intent to continue her volleyball career at Panola College in Cathage, Texas. A four-year starter and All-District pick for the Rayne High Lady Wolves, Sarigh is also a valued member of the Cajun Elite Volleyball Team. Taking part in the ceremony were, seated, Sarigh, center, joined by her parents, Lawrence and Chrystal Mitchell; standing from left, RHS Athletic Director Kaine Guidry, RHS Volleyball Assistant Coach Tommy Garrett, RHS Head Volleyball Coach Stephanie Garrett, Cajun Elite Coach Adam DeRanger and RHS Principal Benny Fontenot. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Lisa Soileaux)
intent to continue her volleyball career at Panola College in Cathage, Texas.
Lifestyle
Comeaux descendants gather in Rayne for family reunion
RAYNE - The descendants of Eudy and Lena Benoit Comeaux gathered in Rayne for a family reunion on Saturday, April 20, at the Rayne Southside Community Center.
The 2024 Annual Mother-Daughter Tea hosted by the Ebonites of Rayne, was held on Saturday, April 27, at the Mural Room in honor of the 2024 Debs and their mothers, from left, Ryan Washington with mother Natasha Washington, Destinee Bellard with mother Antoinetta Cormier, Kailei Williams with mother Danielle Gregory, 2023 Queen Bremilin Minnix with mother Rockella Minix, Tronea Woods and mother Etrona Woods, and A’zailey Drake and mother Quintoyysha Drake. (Acadian-Tribune Photo by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - In preparation of this weekend’s 2024 Debutante Introductions and Ball, the Ebonite Civic and Social Club of Rayne, Inc., hosted its annual Debutante Mother-Daughter Tea on Saturday, April
During pageants held over the weekend at the Rayne Civic Center, the new 2024-2025 Frog Festival royalty were selected to represent the City of Rayne and the Rayne Frog Festival for the coming year. New royalty includes, front row from left, Miss Tadpole Soryn Cole and Mr. Tadpole Noah Doga; second row, Jr. Queen Kyndal Bergeron, Miss Queen Hailey Graves, Deb Queen Annalynn Rinaudo; back row, Teen Queen Amelia Fourrier, Jr. Teen Queen Halleigh Frederick, Ms. Queen Katelyn LeBlanc, and Golden King and Queen Rita Rayon and Stacy Ancelet. (Acadian-Tribune PHoto by Josie Henry)
RAYNE - New 2024 Frog Festival royalty were named from a bevy of beauties, each receiving their crowns and banners as they begin their year to represent Rayne and the Frog Festival.
Obituaries
Dwayne
John Reiners
ROBERTS COVE - Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 8, at a 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St.
Annie Theresa
Stafford Smith
Annie Theresa
Stafford Smith
CROWLEY - On a cool Saturday morning, Nov. 12, 1927, our precious Savior sent to us, Annie Theresa Stafford Smith.
A’Layziah
“Lay Louu” Thorne
July 1, 2003
~ May 26, 2024
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can’t heal.
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