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Sen. Heather Cloud spent the day traveling throughout Avoyelles Parish, meeting with residents and local officials to address infrastructure concerns and visit community members. During the visit, Cloud met with a constituent regarding a drainage issue, joined by Representative Daryl Deshotel, representatives from the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development,

Avoyelles Publishing Launches New Mobile App Avoyelles Publishing is proud to announce the official launch of its brand-new mobile app, designed to make local news more accessible than ever before. After months of behind-the-scenes work, the app—designed by Subterra Technologies—is now live and available for

Faith roots run deep Avoyelles Parish welcomes the Ten Commandments Mandate By: Abi Guillot In a landmark decision that has sparked nationwide debate, Louisiana has become the first state to mandate the display of the Ten Commandments in all public school classrooms, a law that took effect at the start

Mayor Brenda C. Sampson and the Bunkie City Council are sharing an update on three major city projects scheduled to reach implementation in the spring or early summer of 2026. While each initiative has been underway since the start of the current term in 2022, city officials say the projects

The Miss Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival pageant was held Saturday, Jan. 11, honoring young women who will represent the festival and Avoyelles Parish at upcoming state competitions. Halle Campbell (left) of Natchitoches was crowned Miss Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival Teen 2026. Campbell attends St. Mary’s School and

Avoyelles Public Charter School Honor Roll 🎓 Avoyelles Public Charter School has announced its Honor Roll for the second nine weeks grading period, recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom. Principal’s List: 1st Grade: - Baylor Bowman - Skylar - Maddox Castille - Willow Desselle - Harlie Guillot - Maryam Hamideh - Derrick