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St. Anthony Students Shine in Book Character Day Celebration 📚

St. Anthony Students Shine in Book Character Day Celebration 📚

Students at St. Anthony School showcased their creativity during Book Character Day, bringing their favorite literary characters to life. Winners were announced in two divisions. Division 1 * 1st Place: Grey Pilgreen * 2nd Place: Jet Kojis Division 2 * 1st Place: Micah Vasquez * 2nd Place: Sawyer Sonnier School officials praised all participants

Honor Roll Announced at Plaucheville Elementary for the third nine weeks!

Honor Roll Announced at Plaucheville Elementary for the third nine weeks!

Plaucheville Elementary School has announced its Honor Roll for the third nine weeks grading period recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom Principal’s List: 1st Grade: Carter Bordelon Jax Chatelain Isaiah Davis Kylar Deaville Kenlie Ford Jackson Gauthier Kobe Graham Joei Juneau Cullen Knott Reid

Humane Society Urges Action for Animal Welfare!

Humane Society Urges Action for Animal Welfare!

The Humane Society of Louisiana is commending the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office for its response to recent animal neglect complaints while also urging parish leaders to take further action on animal welfare. In a letter to Sheriff David Dauzat, the organization praised deputies following the arrest of Chadwick Reed,

Key Dates for May Election in Avoyelles Parish- Don't Miss Out!

Key Dates for May Election in Avoyelles Parish- Don't Miss Out!

Voters in Avoyelles Parish are being reminded of important deadlines and early voting dates ahead of the May 16, 2026 election. The election, which includes party primary and municipal races, will be held Saturday, May 16, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents must be

Hessmer Community Alliance to Host Senior Health Fair

Hessmer Community Alliance to Host Senior Health Fair

The Hessmer Community Alliance will host its 2026 Health Fair for seniors ages 60 and older on Thursday, April 16. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Hessmer Gym, located at 4153 East School Street. Organizers say the free event will feature:

Congratulations to Sacred Heart School's Honor Roll Students!

Congratulations to Sacred Heart School's Honor Roll Students!

Sacred Heart School announces third nine weeks Honor Roll Sacred Heart School has announced its Honor Roll for the third nine weeks grading period recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom. Principal’s List: 1st Grade: Lawson Bordelon, Sylvie Bordelon, Ella Dibble, Rex Drouin, Cade Jeansonne,

Honoring a Hometown Hero: Milton Ducote Sr.

Honoring a Hometown Hero: Milton Ducote Sr.

A lifetime of service recognized in 1990 Milton Ducote Sr. of Marksville was recognized as Veteran of the Year by the Mansura Disabled American Veterans Chapter 47 during its annual meeting held March 1, 1990. A veteran of World War II, Ducote was honored for his longstanding commitment to serving