By Aliya Deshotel & Dr. Jay CallegariBased on statistics from https://www.sos.la.gov/ with the quickest results to us powered by Subterra technologies, here is a recap of last night’s election results. We are honored to be able to deliver the quickest results from yesterday&

Avoyelles residents can support local organizations at an Open Hands fundraiser in Bordelonville and two bingo nights in Bunkie this November.Open Hands fundraiser: Nov. 7 in BordelonvilleOpen Hands Sharing God’s Love, a Christian nonprofit dedicated to helping Avoyelles Parish residents facing hardships beyond their control, will

Avoyelles Parish communities will honor veterans with observances Nov. 7, 9 and 11. Residents of all ages are invited to attend and show their appreciation for those who have served in the United States Armed Forces.Fifth Ward: Saturday, Nov. 7, at 9 a.m.The Fifth Ward/Moncla Knights

Mass of Christian burial for Mr. Charles “Chuck” Barnhart will be held on Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Marksville, Louisiana with Father Matthew Bonner officiating. Entombment will be held at Our Lady of Lourdes Mausoleum in Fifth Ward,

Local organizations are preparing turkey giveaways, Thanksgiving meals and donation drives to help Avoyelles Parish families this holiday season.Bunkie turkey giveaway: Nov. 21Justice Tax LLC and Sago Trucking LLC will host a Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway Saturday, Nov. 21, at 5 p.m. at Living Hope Outreach Ministry, 305

Marksville Church of the Nazarene celebrated its 100th anniversary with a homecoming event on Sunday, Oct. 4, marking a century of faith, worship and community.The special service reflected on God's faithfulness over the past 100 years through songs, testimonies and moments of remembrance.Members connected to the

By Donna Culotta90 Years AgoFrom our Oct. 31, 1936 editionsSpeer’s Shoe Shop opened in the Weekly News building in Marksville.The Cottonport FFA Chapter placed first in the vocational agricultural booths at the parish fair.At Cottonport High, Acy Marchand was elected president of the

The Moreauville Sports Club is upgrading its practice fields into a full sports complex behind Avoyelles High School, next to the football field, with hopes of opening for the spring 2027 season.The first phase is underway, with dirt work, grading and seeding completed, according to Chris Bordelon, who provided

Ever wonder what Cajun last names like Broussard, Boudreaux and Thibodeaux mean? Explore the French roots and fascinating history behind Louisiana family names. Continue reading…

Maddie McMahan of Slidell, an LSU student, was crowned Miss Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival, while Jeanne Elyse Knoll of Marksville, a Holy Savior Menard student, was crowned Miss Avoyelles Arts & Music Festival Teen.The pageant was held Oct. 11 at Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville.Both will represent