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avoyellestoday.com
Parishwide roundup: Rates, repairs, projects and elections
Local governments and public boards across Avoyelles Parish handled a wide range of business during August, from utility rate increases and bridge repairs to water-system projects, school improvements and upcoming elections. Cottonport. Cottonport residents and businesses will see higher water and sewer rates beginning Oct. 1 after the Town Council...
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2026 Economic Outlook Luncheon with Dr. Loren Scott
Please join us for the Central Louisiana Economic Outlook by Dr. Loren Scott, presented by Cleco in partnership with the Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce, Louisiana Central and North Rapides Business & Industry Alliance. Dr. Scott’s much anticipated annual report will include a regional perspective on trends and events...
The Town Talk
Health inspectors flag several Rapides Parish spots
The Town Talk obtained food safety inspection information for the week of Aug. 9-15 from the Louisiana Department of Health. The top addresses with the most critical violations are listed, along with an explanation of the findings. All restaurants on the list had at least two critical violations. According to the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals, uncorrected critical violations are more likely to contribute to food contamination or illness. Less serious violations are not directly related to foodborne illness but could become hazardous if uncorrected. The Louisiana Department of Health's retail food health inspections dashboard includes a history of each establishment's inspection reports. Inspections should be considered a "snapshot" and might not always reflect an establishment's day-to-day operations and overall condition. Violations fall into two main categories: critical and non-critical. Critical violations are more likely to contribute directly to food contamination or illness if left uncorrected. Non-critical violations are not directly related to the cause of foodborne illness but could become critical if left uncorrected. The DHH dashboard is updated daily; however, there is a seven-day delay between when inspections are made and posted online. Check eatsafe.la.gov for the most recent inspection information available and information on how to
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Walmart Supercenter in Pineville celebrates grand re-opening
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - The Walmart Supercenter in Pineville celebrated a grand re-opening ceremony on Thursday, September 10 after a renovation project. The grand re-opening featured performances by the Tioga High School band and cheerleaders, Grant High School band and cheerleaders, city officials including Mayor Joe Bishop and the Youth Challenge Program.
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Marksville reviews water, sewer finances and equipment needs
Marksville officials are reviewing the financial condition and equipment needs of the city’s water and sewer systems, but city officials have clarified that a water rate increase is not currently being proposed. The City Council’s Aug. 12 minutes listed an item as the “introduction of an ordinance to increase...
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Pineville appoints new fire chief; Mayor hints at new position at City Hall for outgoing chief
PINEVILLE, La. (KALB) - A new fire chief is taking over the Pineville Fire Department after the passing of the badge during the city’s council meeting on September 8. Taking over for interim chief Kenneth Kessler, the subject of an investigation by the Pineville civil service board, Fire Captain Ron Parker was appointed at the recommendation of Mayor Joe Bishop to take over as the city’s official, permanent fire chief for the foreseeable future.
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Residents along Lena Flatwoods Road raise safety concerns over the road’s condition
RAPIDES PARISH, La. (KALB) - Residents along Lena Flatwoods Road said they have seen problems along the road for years and want something done before the situation gets worse. The road, which is off of Highway 8, has been damaged for years in Rapides Parish. Some residents said they are frustrated and concerned for their safety and want accountability from elected officials.
avoyellestoday.com
Nearly three months after Arthur, recovery still underway
Nearly three months after Tropical Storm Arthur flooded homes, damaged roads and schools and disrupted lives across Avoyelles Parish, recovery has shifted from emergency response to the slower work of rebuilding. For many residents, that work is still far from complete. Some families remain displaced, schools are preparing for storm-related...
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LSMSA welcomes 134 new students, Fourteen from Rapides Parish
NATCHITOCHES, La. - Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts (LSMSA) officially welcomed 134 new students during its 44th annual Matriculation Ceremony held on September 4. First-year LSMSA students from Rapides Parish include: Lily Breland, AD Brown, Robert Bruner, Ryleigh Chandler, Hannah Flynn, Riley Gallagher, Alyssa Guillory, Kari Jourdan, Phoebe Lytle, Sean Phillips, Avaha Russell, Dez Russell, Nolan Seay, Gavin West. After a competitive application process, these students were invited to attend the tuition-free, state-funded residential school for high-achieving, academically motivated students.
allenparishtoday.com
Oakdale Journal Public Notices September 10, 2026
The regular meeting of the NW Allen Parish Waterworks District was called to order at 6:00 p.m., on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the Water District Office by Joy Williams. A prayer was given by Joshua Thompson. The Pledge of Allegiance was repeated. Board members present: Joshua Thompson, Shirley Stanton,...
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Temporary closure of Alexandria City Park
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - The City of Alexandria has announced that the Alexandria City Park will be temporarily closed for about 6-8 weeks, starting September 8, 2026. The city said the closure will restrict all public access to the park pavilion, public restrooms, play areas, splash pad and main parking lot.
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This Louisiana Community Was Built On A Former Air Force Base And Still Looks Like One In Places
Some former military sites feel frozen in place. This one kept moving. Northwest of Alexandria, old runways, broad roads, hangars, homes, and wide-open spaces now share the same landscape with businesses, recreation, and everyday civilian life. The property began as an Army air base in 1942, became an Air Force...
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LDH Says No Lake Cotile Closure Needed Following Reported Shigella Case
RAPIDES PARISH, La. (UrbanCast: 9/7/2026) — Louisiana health officials are not recommending the closure of Lake Cotile following a recently reported Shigella case. The Rapides Parish Police Jury first reported the case last week. Officials said a child was diagnosed after swimming at Lake Cotile on August 29. However,...
The Town Talk
Black cemeteries in Pineville rich in Central Louisiana history
PINEVILLE — The passing years have not been kind to two Black cemeteries that sit side by side on Hunter Street near U.S. 167 in this Central Louisiana town. “As you can see, the graves are in terrible shape,” said local historian and author Michael Wynne. Many graves at First Union Baptist Church Cemetery and Murry Methodist Church Cemetery are sunken in. Fallen tree limbs and vandals have broken headstones, tombs and once ornate wrought iron. Thick vegetation overtook the cemeteries, but it has recently been cleared as best as it could be. Despite neglect, these grounds are rich in history. Buried here are Black people who Wynne said, “have changed the course of local history and beyond for the better.” In August, the City of Pineville and the Pineville Downtown Development District placed a remembrance marker between the two cemeteries and held a program to honor these prominent historical figures. History and the preservation of history is not about buildings, events or geographic sites, Wynne said in his remarks at the program. “Part of our past we’re trying to rectify,” said Mike Tudor, chair of the PDDD during the program. “And rectify that we recognize our African-American citizens who