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The community is invited to join in a special celebration of America’s 250th anniversary with an inspiring patriotic walking tour through historic downtown.
The event will take place on Friday, June 26 with tours beginning at 5:30 p.m., 6:15 p.m., 7 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Tours depart from the Gazebo in Magdalen Square where you will meet your tour guide.
This unique event will bring history to life as we encounter famous figures from our nation’s past and hear the words that helped shape the United States.

Newly elected Abbeville Councilman Neal Richard passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday morning at his home in Abbeville.
Visitation will be held at Vincent Funeral Home of Abbeville, 209 S. St. Charles St., on June 13, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Neal will be laid to rest at Saint Paul Cemetery in Abbeville.
Richard, 58, was the second-generation owner of Richard Meat Market on Park Avenue, located across the street from Park Restaurant.

James “Jay” Campbell, former Port Director of the Port of Vermilion, passed away early Sunday morning after an illness.
Campbell, 81, served as port director for nearly 40 years and retired just a few years ago.
Nick Gautreaux succeeded him and released a statement on behalf of the Port of Vermilion.