Get ready for some upcoming Avoyelles Parish sports!

Louisiana waterfowl hunters will have a new opportunity this fall with the approval of a special statewide season for black-bellied whistling ducks. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that the experimental nine-day season will run from Oct. 3 through Oct. 11. The season will give hunters

Avoyelles hunters take note: Gator Lottery open, bigger season may be coming The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is now accepting applications for the 2026 Lottery Alligator Harvest Program, giving hunters across the state — including those in Avoyelles Parish — a chance to participate in this year’s controlled alligator

Marksville Father-Son Team Takes Top Honors at Chicot Tournament A Marksville father-son team brought home top honors this past weekend at the 4th annual “Fishing for the Foundation” bass tournament, held at Chicot State Park. Keith Carmouche and his son, Ian Carmouche, claimed 1st Place with an impressive