Abbeville General
Abbeville General was awarded an “A” in the spring 2021 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade, a national distinction recognizing Abbeville General’s achievements, protecting patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections.
Capt. Robbie Pommier
KAPLAN — After meeting with the board of the Kaplan Fire Association, Mayor Mike Kloesel has appointed Captain Robbie Pommier to Interim Fire Chief effective immediately.
Captain Pommier is a 12-year veteran of the Kaplan Fire Department.
Mayor Kloesel said he has total confidence in Robbie’s leadership and ability to lead this department in a safe, effective and professional manner. “Robbie is excited for the opportunity to serve his community,” Kloesel said.
KAPLAN — City officials met in Kaplan Monday evening to discuss the future of Fire Chief Jacob Mathiew.
During the special meeting, Kaplan City Council unanimously agreed and voted to terminate the fire chief, mainly, but not limited to, his temper.
Last month, the city placed Mathiew on suspension for two weeks. Mayor Mike Kloesel provided information during the meeting leading up to Mathiew’s suspension and ultimately his termination.
Bernard Duhon throws as many 10 pound bags of rice into the cart as he can. Looking on are Robie’s employee Jennifer Meaux and Chris Duhon, president of the Rotary Club.
Bernard Duhon was able to pick up $287 worth of groceries in a two-minute span at Robie's on Thursday morning. The groceries he picked up will be donated to the Christian Service Center in Abbeville. Also in the photo are Robies Manager Chris Richard, employee Jennifer Meaux, Bernard Duhon and Rotary President Chris Duhon.
Bernard Duhon is in decent shape, but when it comes to having to throw 10-pound bags of rice into a shopping cart in under two minutes, it was challenging.
Duhon, an Abbeville attorney, won the Abbeville Rotary Club drawing that allowed him to shop for two minutes at Robie's Food Center in Abbeville.
The idea is to grab as many items as possible and throw them into the basket in two minutes.
Kalyn Akers has turned a “humble hobby” into a growing business, Sunny Akers Bread.
Akers said things took off when she began to make king cakes.
MAURICE — By now, you have likely tried something from Sunny Akers Bread.
If not, it’s not hard to find the numerous items created in Kalyn Akers’ kitchen. She’s a regular at markets, including the Abbeville Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market, where she will be on May 15. Her menu and schedule can also be found at www.sunnyakers.com.
318 N. Main St.
Abbeville, LA 70510
Phone: 337-893-4223
Fax: 337-898-9022
219 North Cushing Avenue
Kaplan, LA 70548