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Heroes of Hessmer: First Responders Honored for Life-Saving Teamwork ❤️🚒

Heroes of Hessmer: First Responders Honored for Life-Saving Teamwork ❤️🚒

Members of the Hessmer Volunteer Fire Department and Acadian Ambulance were recently recognized for their coordinated response and compassionate care during a cardiac emergency in December 2025. Firefighters were dispatched to a reported cardiac arrest involving an elderly male patient. Hessmer volunteers arrived first on scene and immediately initiated CPR

Join LDWF for a Public Zoom Meeting on Hunting Regulations

Join LDWF for a Public Zoom Meeting on Hunting Regulations

LDWF will host a public Zoom meeting to discuss proposed changes to the 2026–28 Hunting Regulation Notices of Intent (NOI): DATE: Thursday, Feb. 26 TIME: 6:30 p.m. PLACE: Via Zoom (Register here) The Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission adopted NOIs for the outlining proposed hunting seasons and

Louisiana's Fate for Animal Abuse Offenders: A New Registry Bill!

Louisiana's Fate for Animal Abuse Offenders: A New Registry Bill!

A proposed bill in the Louisiana Legislature would create a statewide registry for individuals convicted of certain felony offenses involving animals. House Bill 85, authored by Mike Bayham (R-Chalmette), would require registration for individuals convicted of specific felony crimes related to animal abuse and exploitation. Under the bill, registration

The Real Reason Your Road Isn’t Getting Fixed

The Real Reason Your Road Isn’t Getting Fixed

By Dr. Jay Callegari Let me start with something that often gets lost in these conversations. Our Police Jurors are true public servants. They are patriots who care about this parish and want the best for their fellow citizens. They are doing the best they can within the system they

🚧 Drainage Improvement Project Underway on LA 452 in Marksville!

🚧 Drainage Improvement Project Underway on LA 452 in Marksville!

Drainage work underway on LA 452 in Marksville Construction is now underway on a drainage improvement project along LA 452, also known as South Preston Street, at its intersection with Caldwell Street in Marksville. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development began work on Feb. 18. The project includes: * clearing

Craig W. Foster Sworn In as New District 6 Juror!

Craig W. Foster Sworn In as New District 6 Juror!

At a special meeting of the Avoyelles Parish Police Jury on Thursday, February 19, 2026, Craig W. Foster was officially sworn in to fill the District 6 seat following the resignation of McKinley “Pop” Keller. Foster will serve Keller’s unexpired term until a special election is held. Foster brings

Louisiana hunters raise concerns with new head of wildlife

Louisiana hunters raise concerns with new head of wildlife

The Louisiana Public Land Deer Hunter Association recently shared responses from the state’s new head of wildlife, Tommy Tuma, after submitting a series of questions regarding management of deer, turkey, waterfowl and other wildlife on public lands. The association said it emailed Tuma seeking clarity on several issues affecting