Opelousas Kiwanis Club

10/15/2026

🎃🍁 October Spotlight Member of the Month 🍁🎃

🌟 Meet our October Spotlight Member of the Month – Mike Fontenot! 🌟

Mike has been a proud member of the Opelousas Kiwanis Club for one year and has quickly become a valued part of our Kiwanis family. 💙💛

Mike wears many hats as the Chief Logistics Coordinator for Logic Refrigeration, a small business owner, developer, and entrepreneur. 💼🚚 His passion is solving problems, helping customers find the right solutions, and working with people from all walks of life. Every day brings a new challenge, and Mike enjoys the opportunity to learn, grow, and see others succeed. 🚀

When asked what he enjoys most about the Opelousas Kiwanis Club, Mike shared that he appreciates being part of an organization that brings people together to serve our community. 🤝❤️ He is especially passionate about the fellowship and the opportunity to volunteer alongside others who genuinely care about Opelousas and its future.

👏 Thank you, Mike, for your dedication, leadership, and commitment to making a positive impact in our community. We are proud to recognize you as our October Spotlight Member of the Month! 💙💛

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10/14/2026

Kiwanians, Courtney Jennings, with Macaroni KID Acadia-St Landry, Tracey Joubert, with Edward Jones, Valerie Arceneaux, with American Bank, Lori Dupuis, President and CEO, with the St. Landry Chamber of Commerce, Carrie Richard, with Dupre Carrier Godchaux, Hope Vaughn with Washington State Bank, Anna Lafitte, with JD Bank and Allison Hagan, with Washington State Bank attended the Women Who Lead Luncheon that was held at Evangeline Downs focusing on Women's Health. Not pictured: Marlena Cane and Miranda Zachary, with St. Landry Bank and Trust Company

10/09/2026

Happy Birthday to our President-Elect/Secretary Carrie! 🎉🎂

Wishing you a day filled with happiness, laughter, and all the things that bring you joy. May this new year of life be filled with good health, wonderful memories, exciting opportunities, and countless blessings. Have a fantastic birthday and an amazing year ahead!

Happy Birthday! 🎈🎁💖

10/06/2026

Board Member, Jeremy Richard, spotted at Park Vista Elementary with Dads & Kids

10/03/2026

Check out pages 47-48 of the newsletter

Happy Kiwanis New Year! Check out the latest and greatest October 2026 Issue of the LaMissTenn District News to see what amazing work our clubs are doing!https://dwyq4sa1lz55y.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/764/2026/09/October-2026-DN.pdf

10/03/2026

🎉🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PAULINE WASHINGTON! 🎂🎉

The Opelousas Kiwanis Club would like to wish our wonderful member, Pauline Washington, a very Happy Birthday! 💙❤️

We are grateful for your dedication, kindness, and commitment to serving our community and making a difference in the lives of others. Your presence and support mean so much to our Kiwanis family! 🫶

May your special day be filled with love, laughter, happiness, and many wonderful memories! 🎈🎁

🎊 Happy Birthday, Pauline! 🎊
From your Opelousas Kiwanis family! ❤️💙

10/01/2026

💙💛 Please Join Us in Welcoming & Congratulating Our 2026–2027 Board of Directors! 💛💙

The Opelousas Kiwanis Club is proud to introduce and congratulate our 2026–2027 Board of Directors! 🎉

These dedicated community leaders are committed to continuing the Kiwanis mission of serving children, strengthening our community, and making a difference right here in Opelousas and St. Landry Parish.

👏 Please join us in congratulating:

🌟 Pam Vidrine — President
Re-elected to serve as President. Pam is retired and continues to dedicate her time and talents to serving our community through Kiwanis.

🌟 Carrie Richard — President-Elect & Club Secretary
Re-elected to serve as President-Elect and Club Secretary. Carrie is an Inside Sales Agent with Dupre Carrier Godchaux.

🌟 Bobby Tomlinson — Co-Treasurer
Employed by St. Landry Bank as a Human Resources Assistant.

🌟 Miranda Zachary — Co-Treasurer
Employed by St. Landry Bank as Executive Assistant to the CEO/Corporate Secretary.

🌟 Marlena Cane — Board Member
Employed by St. Landry Bank as a Loan Officer.

🌟 Connie Shakesnider — Board Member
Employed by Med Express as Business Development Manager.

🌟 Jeremy Richard — Board Member
Employed by Casa St. Landry as Lead Advocate Specialist.

🌟 Valerie Arceneaux — Board Member
Employed by American Bank as a Loan & CRA Officer.

🌟 Ashley Burleigh — Board Member
Employed by Catalyst Bank as Vice President/Branch Manager.

💙💛 Congratulations to our entire 2026–2027 Board of Directors! We are excited about the year ahead and all that we will accomplish together through Kiwanis—Serving the Children of the World.

Please help us welcome and congratulate our new and returning leaders! 👏🎉

#20262027

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09/30/2026

💙💛 Congratulations to Our 2025–2026 Kiwanian of the Year! 💛💙

🌟 Kristen Thibodeaux 🌟

The Opelousas Kiwanis Club is proud to recognize Kristen Thibodeaux as our 2025–2026 Kiwanian of the Year! 🎉👏

Kristen exemplifies what it means to be a Kiwanian through her dedication, leadership, generosity, and commitment to serving others. Throughout the year, she has consistently stepped up to support our club, our events, and—most importantly—the children and families we serve in our community.

Her willingness to volunteer, lend a helping hand, share her talents, and work alongside fellow Kiwanians has made a meaningful impact on our club. Kristen's enthusiasm and commitment are a true reflection of the Kiwanis spirit of service.

💙 Kristen, thank you for everything you have done for the Opelousas Kiwanis Club and for the difference you continue to make in our community.

Please join us in congratulating Kristen Thibodeaux — our 2025–2026 Kiwanian of the Year! 🏆🎉

We are proud to call you a Kiwanian! 💙💛

09/28/2026

Thank you for sharing our story! We appreciate you Macaroni KID Acadia-St Landry!!!

09/27/2026

Update Another found item anyone is missing a light green blazer from Catoes, I have it. You can text me at 337.351.3198 to make arrangements to pick up