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Chuck Normand Named Principal of the Year Semifinalist!

Chuck Normand Named Principal of the Year Semifinalist!

Normand earns statewide recognition as Principal of the Year semifinalist Chuck Normand, principal of Bunkie Magnet High School, has been named a 2025–2026 State Semifinalist for Principal of the Year, an honor recognizing outstanding school leadership across Louisiana. A graduate of Bunkie High School (Class of 2004), Normand has

Upcoming Events!

Upcoming Events!

April 20 Library to host Louisiana’s 214th Birthday Celebration in Plaucheville The Friends of the Avoyelles Parish Libraries will host Louisiana’s 214th Birthday Celebration on Monday, April 20, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Plaucheville Community Center, 245 LA 1181 in Plaucheville and is open

Paw Print Fundraiser to benefit Atchafalaya River Rescue

Paw Print Fundraiser to benefit Atchafalaya River Rescue

A creative fundraiser aimed at supporting local animal rescue efforts will take place later this month as Atchafalaya River Rescue, Inc. hosts a Paw Print Stepping Stone event at Alysian Art. Scheduled for Saturday, April 25 at 10 a.m., the hands-on workshop will be held at 264 JJ

AP Legals

AP Legals

Property Transfers Mar. 23, 2026 Matthew Chase Dauzat succession of Lebeth Renee Dauzat to Joel Vance Desselle, Connie Marie Francois Desselle, 0.60 acres, $17,000 Walter M. Riche, David P. Riche, and Becky Riche Rozas to Gerald Jr. Palmisano, 1.81 acres, $135,000 Benny J. Lambert and Phyllis

Join Us at the Avoyelles Parish Teacher Job Fair!

Join Us at the Avoyelles Parish Teacher Job Fair!

Avoyelles Parish schools will host a Teacher Job Fair on Monday, April 20, offering opportunities for educators interested in joining the district for the 2026–2027 school year. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Marksville High School library, located at 407

LPB’s LA64 Highlights Rapides Parish in Latest Episode!

LPB’s LA64 Highlights Rapides Parish in Latest Episode!

Louisiana Public Broadcasting is continuing its statewide travel series LA64 with a new episode set to air Monday, April 20 at 8:00 p.m., focusing on the heart of central Louisiana—Rapides Parish. The series, hosted by Louisiana native and travel journalist Karen LeBlanc, explores all 64 parishes across

Cajun Crossroads Festival Returns

Cajun Crossroads Festival Returns

One of Avoyelles Parish’s growing spring traditions is set to return as the 11th Annual Cajun Crossroads Festival takes over Ronald Mayeux Ballpark on Friday and Saturday, May 1-2. Hosted by the Hessmer Sports Club, the two-day event will feature a full lineup of activities including a