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Jeff Landry signed a proclamation earlier this month officially designating January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month in Louisiana, aligning the state with the national observance focused on raising awareness and strengthening efforts to combat human trafficking. The proclamation highlighted Louisiana’s commitment to protecting vulnerable individuals, supporting survivors, and preventing

A crowd gathered Sunday afternoon, Jan. 18, for Bunkie’s annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative March, honoring the life, legacy and enduring message of the iconic Civil Rights leader. Held under the theme “The Dream Continues,” the march paid tribute to Dr. King’s historic 1963 “I Have

Community members gathered in Marksville for a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Commemorative and Recognition Program as part of the 2026 MLK observances, honoring Dr. King’s life, legacy, and continued call for justice and equality. The program was held at St. John Community Church–Baptist at noon and carried

The Town of Mansura held a community observance honoring the life and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 19, bringing residents together in reflection, unity and remembrance. The observance included a Unity March, which began at 2:30 p.m. from the Family Dollar parking