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COTTONPORT, La. — A beloved Cajun tradition is set to take center stage once again as the annual Pockin’ on the Bayou Easter Festival returns to Cottonport on Saturday, April 4, 2026, bringing together generations of families for a day full of culture, competition, and community celebration. Rooted deeply in South

Frank Havard takes this opportunity to announce my candidacy for the Marksville City Council. District 1. I'm running because I believe that our citizens deserve the most committed representation possible. I will work hard to meet and engage with the people across the district and to bring a

Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) has been named the #1 Community College in Louisiana for 2026 by Niche, a nationally recognized, data-driven college ranking platform. This marks the third consecutive year CLTCC has been the top ranked Community College in Louisiana, and with a national ranking of 21.

After eight years leading Louisiana State University of Alexandria, Chancellor Paul Coreil has announced plans to retire on July 1, 2026. Coreil’s leadership marked a period of significant transformation for the university. Since 2019, LSUA has experienced major growth, with enrollment increasing by 145 percent as the university expanded

A new retail addition has arrived in Pineville as TJ Maxx has opened its doors at The Pines Shopping Center, bringing new shopping opportunities and economic activity to the area. The store is located at 2985 Cottingham Expressway in the former Kmart building and officially opened March 8 at 8