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Wanted Fugitive Captured After One Year! 🚓

Wanted Fugitive Captured After One Year! 🚓

Michael Wayne Murray was taken into custody Feb. 20, 2026, following a traffic stop near Preston Street and the Spirit Gas Station, according to the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office. Murray had been wanted since September 29, 2025, on charges including: * Second degree battery with intent to do serious bodily

Marksville Officer Wins Court Rulings Ordering Reinstatement; Federal Lawsuit Alleges Retaliation

Marksville Officer Wins Court Rulings Ordering Reinstatement; Federal Lawsuit Alleges Retaliation

View ai generated visualization below Marksville Reinstatement Dispute StoryView this interactive deliverableMicrositesMicrosites A Marksville police officer who was terminated following a disputed drug test has won at every level of state review, with courts ordering that he be reinstated, and the dispute has now expanded into federal court with allegations

Sheriff Dauzat Unveils APSO Project V.I.P. to Support Seniors

Sheriff Dauzat Unveils APSO Project V.I.P. to Support Seniors

Sheriff David L. Dauzat has announced the launch of APSO Project V.I.P., which stands for Vulnerable and Independent Persons, a new program designed to help keep seniors in Avoyelles Parish safe and prepared in their own homes. The Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office is able to bring this

Paragon Casino Heroes: Lifesavers Honored!

Paragon Casino Heroes: Lifesavers Honored!

Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville recently recognized two EMS and security associates for their heroic response to separate medical emergencies involving hotel guests last month. Pictured left, Kerstin Ducote, and right, Kendrick Day, were honored for their lifesaving efforts and commitment to guest safety.

Cook Some Rice: Protein Health Bowl

Cook Some Rice: Protein Health Bowl

A simple, high-protein meal prep favorite This protein health bowl is one of my go-to weekly meal prep meals. It’s filling, packed with protein, and easy to customize. It’s perfect for lunches and usually lasts us the whole week (depending on how much we cook). Ingredients * 1–3

🌳 Marksville Garden Club Celebrates Arbor Day with New Planting! 🎉

🌳 Marksville Garden Club Celebrates Arbor Day with New Planting! 🎉

In observance of Arbor Day, the Marksville Garden Club planted a Father Van tree at the historic Hypolite House located on Tunica Drive. Pictured from left in the back row are: * Jan Lemoine * Glen Reynaud * Donna Reynaud * Libby Dupuy * Lisa Couvillion * Jenny Brouillette * Nell Guillot * Chairperson Margaret Jarreau * Dianne Dubroc

Support Staff Shine at School Board Meeting ⭐️

Support Staff Shine at School Board Meeting ⭐️

Support Staff shine at School Board Meeting The Avoyelles Parish School Board’s Feb. 24, 2026 meeting focused on honoring the 2026 Outstanding School Support Employees at both the school level and districtwide. Board members recognized the vital role support staff play in the daily success of campuses across the