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At Opelousas General Health System we have not been just makers of history, we have been made by history. The lives of administrators, physicians, nurses, patients, and employees have been changed by the healing that has happened at OGHS over the past 60 years. | Opelousas General Health System

At Opelousas General Health System we have not been just makers of history, we have been made by history. The lives of administrators, physicians, nurses, patients, and employees have been changed by the healing that has happened at OGHS over the past 60 years. | Opelousas General Health System

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Find Recent Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana

Find Recent Obituaries for Opelousas, Louisiana

Where We Live: History of Opelousas Neighborhoods

Where We Live: History of Opelousas Neighborhoods

Opelousas History: Louisiana's oldest governor's mansion

Opelousas History: Louisiana's oldest governor's mansion

Meet the Spirits of Opelousas: History Comes Alive at St.Landry Cemetery Tours

Meet the Spirits of Opelousas: History Comes Alive at St.Landry Cemetery Tours

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Visit The Opelousas Museum To Learn About The City's History Through A Visual Tour of the Area

Visit The Opelousas Museum To Learn About The City's History Through A Visual Tour of the Area

Opelousas educator teaches black history with "Shabooya roll call" chant

Opelousas educator teaches black history with "Shabooya roll call" chant

Two of the most common General Surgery procedures performed at Opelousas General Health System involve the colon and gallbladder...you can Trust Us with Your Gut! | Opelousas General Health System

Two of the most common General Surgery procedures performed at Opelousas General Health System involve the colon and gallbladder...you can Trust Us with Your Gut! | Opelousas General Health System

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Step inside the living history of St. Landry Parish. 📍 The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center isn't just a collection of artifacts—it's a vibrant, breathing story of resilience and culture. ✨ Here, you can: • Discover the powerful legacy of Free People of Color—St. Landry had the second-largest population in Louisiana • Stand in the rhythm of Zydeco legends like Clifton Chenier • Explore community-curated exhibits like “Where We Live,” created by residents themselves • See your own family

Step inside the living history of St. Landry Parish. 📍 The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center isn't just a collection of artifacts—it's a vibrant, breathing story of resilience and culture. ✨ Here, you can: • Discover the powerful legacy of Free People of Color—St. Landry had the second-largest population in Louisiana • Stand in the rhythm of Zydeco legends like Clifton Chenier • Explore community-curated exhibits like “Where We Live,” created by residents themselves • See your own family

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Peek into history at the St. Landry Catholic Church Cemetery Tours in Opelousas. October 11-12 and 18-19, hear the stories of those buried in the centuries-old cemetery from the ghosts themselves as reenactors bring back to life local heroes and prominent figures. https://cajuntravel.com/events/cemetery-tours-historical-reenactments/ | St. Landry Parish Tourism

Peek into history at the St. Landry Catholic Church Cemetery Tours in Opelousas. October 11-12 and 18-19, hear the stories of those buried in the centuries-old cemetery from the ghosts themselves as reenactors bring back to life local heroes and prominent figures. https://cajuntravel.com/events/cemetery-tours-historical-reenactments/ | St. Landry Parish Tourism

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Here at Opelousas General Health System, we are not just celebrating 60 years of operation, we are celebrating 60 years of changing lives and building a healthy community. We are so fortunate to have had the many employees, physicians, and community members who have served with us over the past 60 years as well as those who are still involved with our organization. Over the next few months, we will continue to celebrate our anniversary by highlighting their stories and memories. | Opelousas Gene

Here at Opelousas General Health System, we are not just celebrating 60 years of operation, we are celebrating 60 years of changing lives and building a healthy community. We are so fortunate to have had the many employees, physicians, and community members who have served with us over the past 60 years as well as those who are still involved with our organization. Over the next few months, we will continue to celebrate our anniversary by highlighting their stories and memories. | Opelousas Gene

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St Landry’s Black Codes of 1865 and the Opelousas Massacre

St Landry’s Black Codes of 1865 and the Opelousas Massacre

Historic Opelousas Building Up for Sale to Avoid Demolition

Historic Opelousas Building Up for Sale to Avoid Demolition

Opelousas Massacre tribute yields ribbons, new research

Opelousas Massacre tribute yields ribbons, new research

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OGHS Hall of Fame Honoree: Charles Bertrand, MD Dr. Charles Bertrand was born on December 13, 1935, in Washington, D.C. He came to Opelousas in 1965, and began caring for families as a pediatrician. Dr. “B”, as he is known to so many, can be found most days attending to the children and grandchildren of patients from years ago. His colleagues and patients alike adore and respect him and often speak of the compassion and skill that has set Dr. Bertrand’s career apart from others. As a young man,

OGHS Hall of Fame Honoree: Charles Bertrand, MD Dr. Charles Bertrand was born on December 13, 1935, in Washington, D.C. He came to Opelousas in 1965, and began caring for families as a pediatrician. Dr. “B”, as he is known to so many, can be found most days attending to the children and grandchildren of patients from years ago. His colleagues and patients alike adore and respect him and often speak of the compassion and skill that has set Dr. Bertrand’s career apart from others. As a young man,

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Opelousas Firefighter, who saved a dogs life, is now called a hero

Opelousas Firefighter, who saved a dogs life, is now called a hero

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🏛️ The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center is your gateway to an incredible journey through local history. From Native American heritage to zydeco music, Civil War artifacts to the Geraldine Welch Doll Collection, this museum has something for everyone! Explore exhibits featuring Olympic gold medalist Rodney Milburn, Grammy winner Clifton Chenier, and the rich cultural tapestry of Opelousas.💚 https://bit.ly/4fXl9Vx | Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

🏛️ The Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center is your gateway to an incredible journey through local history. From Native American heritage to zydeco music, Civil War artifacts to the Geraldine Welch Doll Collection, this museum has something for everyone! Explore exhibits featuring Olympic gold medalist Rodney Milburn, Grammy winner Clifton Chenier, and the rich cultural tapestry of Opelousas.💚 https://bit.ly/4fXl9Vx | Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

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Dr. Lori Gautreaux wanted to bring back skills from her medical training all around Louisiana to take care of patients she knew deserved a great doctor. She wanted to be that doctor for the residents of St. Landry Parish. To learn more about Dr. Gautreaux or to schedule an appointment visit http://bit.ly/2fadeto. | Opelousas General Health System

Dr. Lori Gautreaux wanted to bring back skills from her medical training all around Louisiana to take care of patients she knew deserved a great doctor. She wanted to be that doctor for the residents of St. Landry Parish. To learn more about Dr. Gautreaux or to schedule an appointment visit http://bit.ly/2fadeto. | Opelousas General Health System

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“Jacques Dupre (1773-1846) was a wealthy Opelousas cattle rancher 🐂, landowner 🏡, and the 8th governor of Louisiana (1830-1831) 🏛️. Through Spanish land grants, he became one of the most prosperous figures in Southwest Louisiana. His descendants excelled as educators, business owners, and professionals 📚💼. However, his success was also built on slavery—he was one of the largest slaveholders in the region ⛓️. His legacy reflects both power and the deep ties between wealth and slavery in Loui

“Jacques Dupre (1773-1846) was a wealthy Opelousas cattle rancher 🐂, landowner 🏡, and the 8th governor of Louisiana (1830-1831) 🏛️. Through Spanish land grants, he became one of the most prosperous figures in Southwest Louisiana. His descendants excelled as educators, business owners, and professionals 📚💼. However, his success was also built on slavery—he was one of the largest slaveholders in the region ⛓️. His legacy reflects both power and the deep ties between wealth and slavery in Loui

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You can be confident when choosing Opelousas General Health System for your baby’s birth! Our highly trained medical staff has over 200 years of combined experience. Learn about their advice for new moms! | Opelousas General Health System

You can be confident when choosing Opelousas General Health System for your baby’s birth! Our highly trained medical staff has over 200 years of combined experience. Learn about their advice for new moms! | Opelousas General Health System

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Join us in congratulating the family of Dr. Donald "Don" DeBlanc, our first 2025 OGHS Hall of Fame Recipient. Dr. Don DeBlanc served at Opelousas General for 37 years as one of the original family practitioners in the hospital’s history. He was beloved by his patients and colleagues; and his dedication to family medicine went far beyond the hospital’s reach. Dr. DeBlanc made house calls and served as the parish coroner. He was instrumental in creating a unique culture of caring and his skill and

Join us in congratulating the family of Dr. Donald "Don" DeBlanc, our first 2025 OGHS Hall of Fame Recipient. Dr. Don DeBlanc served at Opelousas General for 37 years as one of the original family practitioners in the hospital’s history. He was beloved by his patients and colleagues; and his dedication to family medicine went far beyond the hospital’s reach. Dr. DeBlanc made house calls and served as the parish coroner. He was instrumental in creating a unique culture of caring and his skill and

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Opelousas Tigers crowned champions

Opelousas Tigers crowned champions

City of Opelousas celebrates after historic OHS win!

City of Opelousas celebrates after historic OHS win!

Join us in congratulating the family of Joy Poulet, our fourth 2025 OGHS Hall of Fame Recipient. Joy Poulet began her career at Opelousas General in 1959. Among her many accomplishments as a compassionate and dedicated employee, she was the first nurse anesthetist at the hospital. Joy shared her skill and mentorship as a trailblazer in guiding young nurses into the nurse anesthetist field. She retired in 1984 after serving at OGHS for 25 years. To this day, Joy is remembered among the brightest

Join us in congratulating the family of Joy Poulet, our fourth 2025 OGHS Hall of Fame Recipient. Joy Poulet began her career at Opelousas General in 1959. Among her many accomplishments as a compassionate and dedicated employee, she was the first nurse anesthetist at the hospital. Joy shared her skill and mentorship as a trailblazer in guiding young nurses into the nurse anesthetist field. She retired in 1984 after serving at OGHS for 25 years. To this day, Joy is remembered among the brightest

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What was life like 78 years ago in Opelousas?

What was life like 78 years ago in Opelousas?

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Opelousas native new author of genealogical volume in series

Opelousas native new author of genealogical volume in series

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