Although the majority of funeral directors are male, the profession is welcoming more and more women. Brittany Lemoine is ...

Tee Alphonse been watching the Winter Limpics. He don’t fully understand why anybody would strap boards to their feet and slide down a frozen mountain on purpose, but he respects the effort. After a ...

A comforting, old-fashioned side dish that’s perfect for family dinners or holiday meals. This savory casserole layers tender onions with crunchy potato chips and melted cheese, all baked together in ...

The Avoyelles Arts Council hosted its 3rd Annual Avoyelles Youth Arts Expo on Thursday, February 5, at Paragon Casino Resort, ...

Patrick C. Redmon was officially sworn in Monday, March 2, as judge for the City of Bunkie–Ward 10 Court after being elected unopposed in the upcoming May 16, primary election. The oath of office was ...

Families, lawmakers and public health leaders now have access to a new policy tool designed to clarify how federal vaccine recommendations affect state law. The Vaccine Policy Atlas, developed by ...

Lynn Deloach has been named the 2026 President of the Louisiana Cattlemen’s Association. The statewide association is composed of 1,400 members and is governed by a 23 member board of directors.

A Love Story Rooted in Avoyelles Virginia Ellen Gray was born in Kleinwood, a small village south of Marksville in 1900.

Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville recently recognized two EMS and security associates for their heroic response to separate ...

Support Staff shine at School Board Meeting The Avoyelles Parish School Board’s Feb. 24, 2026 meeting focused on honoring the ...

In observance of Arbor Day, the Marksville Garden Club planted a Father Van tree at the historic Hypolite House located on Tunica Drive. Pictured from left in the back row are: * Jan Lemoine * Glen Re ...