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By: Aliya Deshotel I have always been the quiet person in the room. Growing up, people would often tell me to speak up. They would ask what I was thinking or encourage me to share my opinion more. For a long time I wondered if maybe they were right — maybe

Expecting mothers across Avoyelles Parish are invited to attend the upcoming Baby in Bloom – Avoyelles Community Baby Shower on Monday, April 13, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mansura Town Hall, located at 1832 Leglise Street. The event is designed especially for expectant mothers and aims to

Avoyelles Parish 4-H members have several upcoming opportunities to learn new skills, meet friends and participate in hands-on activities this spring and summer. The first event is the Avoyelles 4-H Spring Workshop, scheduled for April 6, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Avoyelles 4-H Office, 8592

Marksville Egg Knocking on the Square Tradition Continues Easter Sunday The Marksville Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to “Marksville Egg Knocking on the Square” on Sunday, April 5 on the Avoyelles Parish Courthouse grounds from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon. This traditional egg knocking event is one of

Rotary member celebrates Read Across America at Riverside Van Roy of the Rotary Club celebrated Dr. Seuss’ birthday with Andre’ Spruill’s preK class at Riverside Elementary in Simmesport during the Read Across America event held Friday, March 6. Pictured on front row, from left, are: - Chasley Augustine -

The Avoyelles Arts Council has officially opened the doors to its new downtown gallery, offering residents and visitors a fresh space to experience and support local art and culture. Located at 122 E. Mark Street in the heart of downtown Marksville, the gallery features a rotating collection of artwork from