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Cochon de Lait Festival roots run deep in Mansura
For decades in Avoyelles Parish, the Cochon de Lait Festival has been more than just a weekend event, it’s a celebration of culture, community, and Cajun pride.
Its roots trace back to 1960, when Mansura’s centennial celebration drew thousands and inspired what would become a lasting tradition. The
Woods family named Garden of the Month for April
The Marksville Garden Club has named the home of Aaron and Sophie Woods, as its April Garden of the Month.
Woods, along with her children, has created a vibrant spring landscape filled with a variety of plants and blooms. Her children enjoy helping in the garden, with Zoey especially taking
Don't Miss the St. Alphonsus Garage Sale This Weekend!
St. Alphonsus Lady’s Altar Society to Host Garage Sale
The St. Alphonsus Lady’s Altar Society will hold a two-day garage sale at the St. Alphonsus Rateau Center, 3659 Main Street in Hessmer.
The sale will take place:
* Friday, May 1 from 2 to 7 p.m.
* Saturday,
Get Ready- 28th Tunica-Biloxi Pow Wow Set for May 16–17 in Marksville
Building A Better Avoyelles is proud to be a Hawk Level Sponsor for this event!
The 28th Annual Tunica-Biloxi Pow Wow will take place May 16–17, 2026, at the Earl J. Barbry Sr. Convention Center at Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville. The indoor event will feature traditional dancing,
Join Us for Allons Souper a’ Lourdes – Food Tasting and Raffle Event!
The Allons Souper à Lourdes Committee invites you to Allons Souper a’ Lourdes., a delicious food tasting, raffle and live auction event featuring dishes prepared by talented local chefs.
Date: May 9, 2026, following the 4:00 PM Mass (5:00 – 7:00PM)
Location: Parish Hall (1325 Eggbend Rd, Marksville
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$300 on the Table for New Avoyelles Weekly Paper Subscribers
The Avoyelles Journal newspaper is a free paper to you, but did you know Avoyelles Publishing also delivers a paid weekly newspaper packed with even more local coverage?
While the Journal is a shorter, free publication designed to keep everyone