Highlights from the BETA Convention

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 Lane

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 jambalaya cook-off,

From the office of Chief Elster Smith Jr. Chief of Police Elster Smith released the following activities of the Marksville Police Department for Mar 15th - 31st, 2026 Complaints * Complaints: 211 * Vehicle Crashes: 7 * Injuries: 3 Criminal Activities * 1-DP * 5-Contempt of court * 1-Violation of a restraining order * 1-Dogs at large