Sports

Louisiana waterfowl hunters will have a new opportunity this fall with the approval of a special statewide season for black-bellied whistling ducks. The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries announced that the experimental nine-day season will run from Oct. 3 through Oct. 11. The season will give hunters

Avoyelles hunters take note: Gator Lottery open, bigger season may be coming The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is now accepting applications for the 2026 Lottery Alligator Harvest Program, giving hunters across the state — including those in Avoyelles Parish — a chance to participate in this year’s controlled alligator

Marksville Father-Son Team Takes Top Honors at Chicot Tournament A Marksville father-son team brought home top honors this past weekend at the 4th annual “Fishing for the Foundation” bass tournament, held at Chicot State Park. Keith Carmouche and his son, Ian Carmouche, claimed 1st Place with an impressive

MARKSVILLE, La. — A major milestone has been reached for Marksville basketball as standout athlete Armonii Benjamin has officially signed to continue his academic and athletic career at Southern University. Benjamin’s signing marks a significant moment for the local program, as he becomes the first Marksville basketball player in two

The Bunkie Rotary Club showed its support for local athletics by donating $300 to the BHS Lady Panthers Softball Team ahead of their LHSAA Quarterfinals appearance on April 22. The donation was approved unanimously during the club’s regular meeting and helped provide a team breakfast and travel snacks as

The Louisiana House voted 91-4 this week to create new public records exemptions allowing universities to keep private how they distribute revenue-sharing funds to student-athletes. House Bill 608, authored by Rep. Tehmi Chassion, D-Lafayette, would expand existing protections that already shield Name, Image and Likeness (NIL)