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Panthers dominate in Catskin, 50–8

Bunkie captures sixth straight win in historic rivalry. Seventy-five Catskin games, generations of memories and another year of bragging rights for the Bunkie Panthers. Bunkie made sure the Catskin Trophy would remain in Panther territory Friday night, Nov. 6, defeating longtime rival Marksville 50-8 in the 75th annual meeting between the two schools.

Bunkie, LA · 18h

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Ville Platte Family Care celebrates grand opening

A ribbon cutting celebrating the grand opening of Ville Platte Family Care, owned by Savoy Medical Center, was held on Thursday, November 5, at its location at 520 Jack Miller Rd., in Ville Platte. It was a beautiful, sunny day for the special occasion celebrating the opening. In center is Melissa Vallett, FNP; Dr. Francisco Cantu; and Macy Soileau, FNP as the ribbon is cut. Among those also pictured are employees, Mayor Ryan LeDay Williams, Ville Platte City Clerk Donald Bergeron, Director of Marketing/Business Development Angela Fontenot, other business members, and friends. (Gazette photo by Kathy Longino)

Ville Platte, LA · 1d

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Port Barre Cracklin Festival raises over $1M for charity

PORT BARRE, LA. (KLFY) — The Port Barre Cracklin Festival brings food and entertainment to visitors while raising vital funds for charitable organizations in the community. Organized by the Port Barre Lions Club, the event’s proceeds support health care and youth programs across Louisiana. Over the past 40...

Port Barre, LA · 12h

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Avoyelles Heroes: Honoring our veterans

On this Veterans Day, as we gather with friends and family, let’s take a moment to honor the brave men and women of our armed forces. While we enjoy our peace, we remember those who protect it. We express our deepest gratitude for the individuals listed on the Avoyelles Veterans Monument at The Cottonport Bank’s Mansura branch for their service and dedication.

Mansura, LA · 3d

The Daily Advertiser

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Youngsville sailor builds confidence while serving aboard Navy destroyer

For Youngsville native Cynthia Laborde, joining the U.S. Navy was about more than seeing the world or serving her country. It was about setting an example, honoring her family's support and proving to herself that she could succeed in one of the nation's most demanding professions. Now serving aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Mahan out of Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia , the 2023 Marksville High School graduate is quickly adapting to life at sea while representing Acadiana on a global stage. Laborde joined the Navy just 10 months ago, motivated in part by a desire to be a role model for her younger brothers. “I want to provide a positive role model for both of my brothers since they are 18 now,” Laborde said. “I think it's important to set the best example I can.” That drive to lead by example was instilled at an early age by her mother, who encouraged her to push through challenges and maintain high expectations for herself. “My mom has always held me to a high standard with everything I ever did,” Laborde said. “Because of her, I recognize that I can do hard things and succeed.” Today, Laborde serves as a professional apprentice

Youngsville, LA · 2d

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Paradise Elementary becomes Rapides Parish's first Purple Star school

Paradise Elementary School on Monday became the first school in Rapides Parish to be designated as a Purple Star School, which denotes it as one that eases the transition for military-connected students. Moving around isn't unusual for military families, but that can be tough for children as they make new friends and then have to leave every few years. At a Purple Star school, there's a staff member designated as a military liaison who oversees a student-led transition program for new students, keeps an online resource bank for families and trains other staff at the school on what military kids need, according to a news release from the Rapides Parish School Board. Paradise was presented with its award during a Veterans Day ceremony on Monday by Louisiana Secretary of Veterans Affairs Charlton Meginley, a retired U.S. Air Force colonel. Students honored local veterans and military families during the event. "Schools and employment are the issues that military families face when they have to move to a new location. Those families want to know that the schools show support and understand what they’re experiencing," said Meginley. The Ball school, which isn't far from Camp Beauregard, received a certificate and a digital

Rapides Parish, LA · 2d

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Avoyelles church events: Anniversary celebration, Friendsgiving and a youth faith conference

Area churches and youth organizers have announced opportunities for worship, fellowship and faith formation. Progressive Baptist Church's 108th anniversary: Nov. 15. Progressive Baptist Church invites the public to celebrate its 108th anniversary Sunday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Frankie Ford of Magnolia Baptist Church in Evergreen. His congregation will join him for the celebration.

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 1d

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After A 2025 Fire, Ray's Bakery II Sign Rises Over Its New Eunice Home

A sign went up this week and a whole town exhaled. Rays Bakery II is coming to 1551 West Laurel Avenue, and Eunice knows exactly what that means.

Eunice, LA · 3d

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Two Small Planes Fly Over Mamou's Veterans Day Parade On Sixth Street

Mamou did it again. Marching bands, floats, veterans, and a flyover of two small planes over Sixth Street on Veterans Day, with a ceremony at the local VFW Hall after.

Mamou, LA · 2d

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Louisiana-Made Gumbo Ghost Story “The Fois” Comes to Marksville

MARKSVILLE, La. — Everybody in South Louisiana has an opinion about gumbo. Now there’s a horror movie about it, and it’s coming to Central Louisiana. The Fois: Revenge of Maw Maw Claudette opens Friday, November 13, at Paragon Cinema at Paragon Casino Resort and runs through November 19. On Saturday, November 14, writer/director David Rabalais and members of the cast will be at the theater for a brown carpet meet and greet, a screening, and a Q&A.

Marksville, LA · 1d

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Austin Simon’s Five Touchdowns Power JS Clark To Historic First Playoff Win Over Central Private

Austin Simon was not ready for his senior season to end, and Central Private could not make him put the football away. The JS Clark Leadership Academy running back scored five touchdowns as the Bulldogs defeated the Redhawks 55–27 Thursday night, earning the first playoff victory in school history and extending a memorable first season of varsity football.

Opelousas, LA · 15h

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Beat-up Northwest hoping to overcome Erath's potent passing attack

The Northwest High School Raiders have been hit hard by injuries since the beginning of the football season. Coach Chris Edwards, whose team has won six of the past seven games, will be without LSU commitment Markez Davis when the No. 13-seeded Raiders host No. 20 Erath at 7 p.m. Friday in a Division II nonselect bi-district playoff game.

Erath, LA · 2d

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Louisiana introduces revised school accountability system called Grow. Achieve. Thrive.

Beginning with the 2026 School Performance Scores (SPS), Louisiana is introducing a revised school accountability system called Grow. Achieve. Thrive. The new system raises expectations for schools and focuses on three important measures of student success:. 𝐆𝐑𝐎𝐖 – Are students making academic progress each year?

Louisiana · 3d

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Ville Platte Housing Authority upgrades boardroom, hears audit report

Ville Platte Housing has recently upgraded its boardroom, and the project was led by Ville Platte Housing’s Brett Fontenot. Fonda Lartigue, administrative assistant, said, “His woodwork talent did not disappoint.” She also said the room was gutted and made new. The board was able to see the new board room for the first time at its meeting held on October 20. Also, at that meeting, the Vercher Group was present to let the board know that Ville Platte Housing received an excellent audit report. This has been the second clean audit for the Ville Platte Housing Authority under the direction of Executive Director Shelia G. F. Ben, according to Lartigue. Board members for the housing authority are Arthur Sampson Jr., chairman; Wanda Skinner, vice chairman; Phil Lemoine; Brian Strauss; and Lena Charles. Pictured above is the new board room. Pictured on the left is one of the newly renovated office areas. (Gazette photos by Tony Marks)

Ville Platte, LA · 1d