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1979 election ads bring back familiar Avoyelles names and faces

A page of election advertisements from the Oct. 23, 1979, edition of The Avoyelles Journal offers a glimpse into nearly five decades of local political history. Before social media and digital campaigns, newspapers was the primary way candidates reached voters. Large black-and-white photographs, bold slogans and ballot numbers filled the pages as candidates shared their qualifications and campaign promises.

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 8d
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Louisiana Central Applauds $4M Federal Investment in Port of Avoyelles

AVOYELLES PARISH, La. (UrbanCast: 10/30/2026) — Louisiana Central congratulates the Port of Avoyelles on receiving $4 million in federal funding for the development of a new Multimodal Truck-to-Barge Grain Transfer Facility in Simmesport, Louisiana. The investment will improve the movement of agricultural commodities, expand market access for regional producers,...

Avoyelles Parish, LA · 9d
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Louisiana firefighters heading to Colorado for flood response and recovery

BATON ROUGE - Louisiana's Incident Support Team is deploying to Colorado to help with response and recovery efforts as ongoing rain and flooding threaten communities. The team will depart Monday evening for Archuleta, Colorado. The Office of the State Fire Marshal said responders will work alongside Colorado's teams to help meet community needs, protect residents and strengthen recovery efforts.

Colorado · 6d
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Dale Bordelon honored for keeping Louisiana’s waterfowl heritage alive

Dale Bordelon received the Louisiana Tradition Bearer Award on Oct. 10, at Festivals Acadiens et Créoles in Lafayette, recognizing his dedication to preserving and passing down Louisiana’s traditional waterfowl hunting culture. Presented during Louisiana Folklife Month, the statewide award honors individuals who keep the state’s distinctive customs, skills...

Louisiana · 9d
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Youngsville residents face ongoing discolored tap water issues

YOUNGSVILLE, La. (KLFY) — Youngsville residents are raising concerns about the quality of their tap water after experiencing ongoing discoloration. Matthew Mahl, who moved into his home six months ago, reported that the discolored water in his house has gotten progressively worse over time. Discolored water has been an...

Youngsville, LA · 10d

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Lafayette, Army Corps of Engineers working to clear Vermilion River obstructions

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — The Lafayette Consolidated Government and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers are collaborating on a project to remove hundreds of obstructions from the Vermilion River. The effort marks the first phase of a broader initiative aimed at improving river navigation, safety and recreation. Ricky Boyett,...

Lafayette, LA · 9d

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St. Martinville lands funding to clear blight, boost neighborhoods

The City of St. Martinville has secured $50,000 from the Louisiana State Treasury Department to help demolish adjudicated blighted properties across the city, a move local leaders say will improve public safety, beautify neighborhoods and encourage future economic growth. The funding will support the city's ongoing efforts to remove deteriorating, abandoned structures transferred to the city through the property tax adjudication process . Officials said many of the properties have contributed to neighborhood decline and negatively affected the appearance, safety and quality of life of surrounding areas. City leaders said the demolition program is part of a broader commitment to neighborhood revitalization and community improvement. "Addressing blighted properties is an important part of that commitment," Mayor Jason Willis said in a statement. "These funds will allow us to continue making meaningful improvements in our neighborhoods, restoring community pride and creating opportunities for future growth." According to the city, the grant will help eliminate structures that have become eyesores or safety concerns while opening opportunities for redevelopment and investment. Willis said each property removed moves the city closer to its vision of creating cleaner, safer neighborhoods for residents and future generations. "Every property we are able to address brings us one

St Martinville, LA · 9d

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New sports complex takes shape in Moreauville

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...

Moreauville, LA · 8d

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Lafayette resident speaks on struggles to find van-accessible parking in Lafayette

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Lafayette resident John Brasseaux, who uses a wheelchair and operates a van equipped with a side-deploying ramp, frequently struggles to find available van-accessible parking spaces across the city. The lack of available space often leaves him unable to exit his vehicle safely or access necessary...

Lafayette, LA · 10d

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Acadiana Hospitals Rank Among Louisiana's Best - 4 in the Top 10

When it comes to healthcare quality, South Louisiana punches above its weight. A major national study ranked four local hospitals among the best in the country for patient outcomes and care.

Louisiana · 10d

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Dog with box stuck on head seen loose near Simmesport

SIMMESPORT, La. (KALB) - Atchafalaya River Rescue, a local nonprofit based in Simmesport, is looking for the owner of a dog seen running around near Family Grill along Highway 1 with a box stuck on their head. According to a post on social media Thursday, the dog appears to have...

Simmesport, LA · 10d

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Public hearing sets stage for District 03 highway improvements

LAFAYETE, La. (KLFY) — The Joint Transportation, Highways, and Public Works Committee held a public hearing to gather input on highway construction priorities for the 2027–2028 state fiscal year in District 03. The hearing was held Thursday at the Lafayette Consolidated Government City Hall. The Louisiana Department of...

Lafayette Parish, LA · 10d

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Moreauville faces questions over water rates, drainage and infrastructure

Drainage problems, rising utility bills, infrastructure projects and municipal spending have raised concerns among Moreauville residents. Mayor Beryl Pierite Holmes responded to questions from the Avoyelles Weekly News, providing documents and explanations regarding utility rates, her compensation and ongoing improvements. Her responses clarified several financial and project-related questions, although concerns...

Moreauville, LA · 10d

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2 Your Town New Roads: False River Golf and Country Club expands from 9 holes to 18 in $45M renovation

FALSE RIVER — False River Golf and Country Club is wrapping up a renovation that expanded its course from nine holes to 18 holes. The project covers about 160 acres a mile from the Mississippi. It includes a driving range, practice greens, zoysia fairways, Bermuda rough, bunkers and several lakes.

New Roads, LA · 9d

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Bicyclist struck by train in Plaquemine Friday evening

PLAQUEMINE — Nearly all railroad crossings within the Plaquemine city limits were temporarily shut down after a bicyclist was struck by a train Friday evening, according to Plaquemine officials. Plaquemine Police Chief Stephen Engolio told WBRZ that the bicyclist was struck at around 5:30 p.m. near Fort Street. The...

Plaquemine, LA · 9d

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New Roads residents gathered on False River for day two of the Harvest Festival

NEW ROADS — Residents in New Roads gathered for the second day of the Harvest Festival on False River on Saturday. The Harvest Festival takes place every year on Main Street in New Roads, supporting the local agriculture-based community. The three-day festival featured food, live music with two stages...

New Roads, LA · 8d

The Center Square

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Firm that gave $115K to Landry's PAC tapped for SpaceX contract

(The Center Square) – A New Orleans engineering firm that has contributed $115,000 to a political action committee closely aligned with Gov. Jeff Landry has been selected by the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development for work related to SpaceX's planned project in Vermilion Parish. Royal Engineers & Consultants has contributed to Cajun PAC II six times since 2019, including $50,000 in June 2024, $25,000 in May 2025 and another $25,000 in March 2026, according to campaign finance records reviewed by The Center Square. Cajun PAC II is formally affiliated with Gov. Jeff Landry, who served as its chairman. The firm has also contributed directly to Landry's political campaigns, including $12,000 in September 2025. In all, the firm has contributed at least $27,000 to Landry's campaigns since 2014, separate from its contributions to Cajun PAC II. The governor’s office did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Royal declined to comment. The Department of Transportation and Development told The Center Square Royal's Louisiana-based resources are "strategically located near the SpaceX site and allow for rapid mobilization, timely field response and direct coordination with DOTD, Space X, local stakeholders and other project partners." The department did not answer whether the contract

Louisiana · 10d