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Honor Roll Announced at Plaucheville Elementary for the third nine weeks!

Honor Roll Announced at Plaucheville Elementary for the third nine weeks!

Plaucheville Elementary School has announced its Honor Roll for the third nine weeks grading period recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom Principal’s List: 1st Grade: Carter Bordelon Jax Chatelain Isaiah Davis Kylar Deaville Kenlie Ford Jackson Gauthier Kobe Graham Joei Juneau Cullen Knott Reid

Humane Society Urges Action for Animal Welfare!

Humane Society Urges Action for Animal Welfare!

The Humane Society of Louisiana is commending the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff’s Office for its response to recent animal neglect complaints while also urging parish leaders to take further action on animal welfare. In a letter to Sheriff David Dauzat, the organization praised deputies following the arrest of Chadwick Reed,

Key Dates for May Election in Avoyelles Parish- Don't Miss Out!

Key Dates for May Election in Avoyelles Parish- Don't Miss Out!

Voters in Avoyelles Parish are being reminded of important deadlines and early voting dates ahead of the May 16, 2026 election. The election, which includes party primary and municipal races, will be held Saturday, May 16, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Residents must be

Honoring a Hometown Hero: Milton Ducote Sr.

Honoring a Hometown Hero: Milton Ducote Sr.

A lifetime of service recognized in 1990 Milton Ducote Sr. of Marksville was recognized as Veteran of the Year by the Mansura Disabled American Veterans Chapter 47 during its annual meeting held March 1, 1990. A veteran of World War II, Ducote was honored for his longstanding commitment to serving

Celebrating Our 2026 New Teachers of the Year! 👩‍🏫

Celebrating Our 2026 New Teachers of the Year! 👩‍🏫

The Avoyelles Parish School Board recognized several outstanding educators as 2026 New Teachers of the Year during its March 17 meeting highlighting the early impact they are making in classrooms across the parish. Jessica Gauthier, Federal Programs Supervisor, announced the honorees recognizing teachers at both the elementary and high school

The Quiet Cost of Doing Something, Avoyelles Edition

The Quiet Cost of Doing Something, Avoyelles Edition

By Dr Jay Callegari In Avoyelles Parish, there is a pattern that repeats itself more often than we care to admit. Good people, capable people, people who have built something in their own lives, begin to feel a responsibility to give back. They step into public service because they believe

Breaking: Sufficient Evidence Found to Proceed in Child Pornography Case! ⚖️

Breaking: Sufficient Evidence Found to Proceed in Child Pornography Case! ⚖️

Judge Kerry Spruill of 12th Judicial District Court has ruled that there is sufficient evidence for a criminal case involving alleged pornography involving juveniles to proceed to trial. The defendant, Conner Keinath, a resident of Illinois, was arrested in Marksville and faces 67 counts related to alleged possession of child