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RLCC Staff Join Forces for a Cleaner Louisiana! 🗑️

RLCC Staff Join Forces for a Cleaner Louisiana! 🗑️

RLCC staff lend a hand in “Love the Boot” Cleanup Raymond Laborde Correctional Center in Cottonport staff recently took part in Louisiana’s 2026 “Love the Boot” campaign by helping clean the bayou banks in Cottonport. Led by Warden D. Brent Thompson, employees worked together to remove litter and debris

Andrew Dauzat named 2026 LSU Alumni scholarship recipient

Andrew Dauzat named 2026 LSU Alumni scholarship recipient

The Avoyelles Parish LSU Alumni Association has announced Andrew Dauzat as the 2026 recipient of its annual scholarship, marking a milestone as the 40th student to receive the honor. Dauzat, a student at Louisiana School for Agricultural Sciences, was selected for his academic achievement, leadership and commitment to his future.

Community Honors Life and Legacy of Former Marksville Fire Chief Jerry Bordelon

Community Honors Life and Legacy of Former Marksville Fire Chief Jerry Bordelon

MANSURA, La. — Members of the Mansura Volunteer Fire Department are extending their deepest condolences following the passing of retired Marksville Fire Department Chief Jerry Bordelon. Bordelon, who served the Marksville community with dedication and leadership for many years, leaves behind a lasting legacy within the fire service and across Avoyelles

Celebrating Achievements: Sacred Heart's Baccalaureate Mass for Graduates

Celebrating Achievements: Sacred Heart's Baccalaureate Mass for Graduates

Graduating seniors from across Avoyelles Parish gathered at Sacred Heart Church in Moreauville for a Baccalaureate Mass held Sunday, May 3, at 5 p.m., celebrating their accomplishments and offering prayers for their future. Pictured: Front row: Allison Soldani Isabella Merlin Jade McNeal Second row: Noah Couvillion Hunter Dupuis Kadan

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,