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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

Spring has arrived in Avoyelles Parish, bringing with it the kind of sights and smells that make you want to slow down and take it all in. Wildflowers are blooming along the bayous, trees are turning a fresh, vibrant green, and warm breezes carry hints of pine and damp earth

Easter Egg Festival draws crowds in 1964 Contestants in the guinea egg knocking tournament gather for the competition during the 1964 Marksville Easter Egg Festival. Lones Dauzat of Marksville, left, captured first place after previously winning the chicken egg division the year before. Burnell Lemoine of Marksville finished as runner