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New Medicaid rules requiring recipients to work and reverify coverage every six months could significantly impact Native American communities across Louisiana, particularly those from state-recognized tribes. While approximately 4,000 members of Louisiana’s four federally recognized tribes are exempt from the changes, an estimated 24,000 members of 11

Diocese sets deadlines for Bankruptcy Abuse Claims The Roman Catholic Diocese of Alexandria has announced court ordered deadlines for filing claims related to its Chapter 11 bankruptcy case, including claims from individuals alleging sexual abuse. According to the Diocese, the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Louisiana

A Bunkie man has been arrested after a shooting incident in the parking lot of a local Family Dollar store Saturday morning. According to the Bunkie Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call around 9:30 a.m. on April 18, 2026, reporting a shooting at the store located

Normand earns statewide recognition as Principal of the Year semifinalist Chuck Normand, principal of Bunkie Magnet High School, has been named a 2025–2026 State Semifinalist for Principal of the Year, an honor recognizing outstanding school leadership across Louisiana. A graduate of Bunkie High School (Class of 2004), Normand has

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,