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Bunkie advances ‘Operation Blight Fight’ with 23 more demolitions approved

Bunkie advances ‘Operation Blight Fight’ with 23 more demolitions approved

The City of Bunkie is taking a major step forward in its ongoing effort to clean up blighted properties with 23 additional dilapidated and abandoned structures now slated for demolition. Mayor Brenda C. Sampson and the Bunkie City Council launched “Operation Blight Fight” shortly after taking office in July 2022,

Avoyelles Parish Voters Decide Local Races, Propositions and Statewide Ballot Items

Avoyelles Parish Voters Decide Local Races, Propositions and Statewide Ballot Items

Avoyelles Parish May 16 Election Results Unofficial results from the Louisiana Secretary of State’s Office Key Parishwide Outcome * Avoyelles Parish Home Rule Charter Proposition * Rejected * No: 5,047 votes — 71.9% * Yes: 1,973 votes — 28.1% * Voters chose to keep Avoyelles Parish under its current form of parish

Rare Cruise Ship Virus Outbreak Draws Attention, But Public Risk Remains Low

Rare Cruise Ship Virus Outbreak Draws Attention, But Public Risk Remains Low

A rare hantavirus outbreak linked to the MV Hondius expedition cruise ship has drawn international concern, but health officials continue to stress that the risk to the general public remains low. The outbreak has been connected to the Andes virus, a type of hantavirus that can cause hantavirus pulmonary syndrome,

Drug Attempt in Courthouse Leads to Chase and Arrest!

Drug Attempt in Courthouse Leads to Chase and Arrest!

Courthouse drug attempt leads to arrest after foot pursuit in Marksville An attempted drug handoff inside the Avoyelles Parish 12th Judicial District Courthouse in Marksville has raised fresh concerns about security and contraband control within one of the parish’s most secure public buildings. Authorities say the incident unfolded around

Two Confirmed at St. John the Baptist in Deville!

Two Confirmed at St. John the Baptist in Deville!

A special celebration of faith took place, as St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Deville observed the Third Sunday of Easter with the Sacrament of Confirmation. During the morning Mass, Bishop Robert Marshall Jr. confirmed two young parishioners, marking an important step in their journey in the Catholic faith.

🚨 Attention Parents: Major Infant Formula Recall!

🚨 Attention Parents: Major Infant Formula Recall!

Infant Formula Recall Issued After Toxin Detected Thousands of tins of infant formula have been voluntarily recalled after testing detected a toxin that could make infants ill according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration The recall involves three batches of a2 Platinum Premium USA infant formula produced by

Four Young Parishioners Confirmed in Faith at St. Francis de Sales!

Four Young Parishioners Confirmed in Faith at St. Francis de Sales!

A meaningful celebration of faith and community took place on April 18, as four young parishioners received the Sacrament of Confirmation during Mass at St. Francis de Sales Church in Echo. The Mass, celebrated for the Third Sunday of Easter, was led by Bishop Robert Marshall Jr., with Father Dwight