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Allen Parish Fair continues through Saturday in Oberlin

OBERLIN, La. (KPLC) — The Allen Parish Fair is underway at the Allen Parish Fairgrounds on Tiger Lane in Oberlin, with rides, food, games and live entertainment through Saturday, Nov. 14. This year’s fair celebrates the nation’s 250th anniversary. Admission is free, parking costs $5 and ride bracelets are...

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City of Leesville Limits Number Of Animals Pet Owners Can Have Within City Limits

The City of Leesville passed a new ordinance regarding animal ownership within city limits. The council unanimously voted to adopt an ordininance that Amends Chapter 1- of the City of Leesville Code of Ordinances by establishing Section 10-205, which sets a limit of four dogs, cats, or a combination of the two (all over six months of age), per residence in the City of Leesville. Authorized animal rescue orginatations and Trap-Neuter Return organizations are exempt from these numerical limits.

Leesville, LA · 3d
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Two Vernon Parish teams in playoffs for first time since 2022

It’s been awhile since Vernon Parish put multiple teams in the football playoff – 2022 to be exact. But that year, both Leesville and Rosepine made a run to the quarterfinals. This year’s Leesville and Rosepine squads are poised to make another deep run in their respective divisions....

Vernon Parish, LA · 2d
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NPFL EXTENDS APPLICATION DEADLINE AND HEADS TO TOLEDO BEND IN 2027

NPFL Extends Application Deadline and Heads to Toledo Bend in 2027. WILKESVILLE, Ohio—The National Professional Fishing League will take its tournament trail to Toledo Bend Reservoir in Louisiana, June 9-11, to fill the final opening of the 2027 schedule. In addition, the deadline for applications to join the 2027 field is extended to midnight on Friday, December 11.

Many, LA · 1d
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Rosepine Elementary student named Vernon Parish Elementary Student of the Year

Quinn Turcotte of Rosepine Elementary School has been named the Vernon Parish Elementary Student of the Year. Quinn moved to Louisiana with her family in 2021 when the Army brought them to the area. She was in kindergarten at the time and remembers her first friend at Rosepine, Deborah, who helped her feel welcome at her new school.

Vernon Parish, 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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Derrick Johnson & Associates Continues Thanksgiving Tradition, Announces Giveaways in Colfax and Winnfield

OBERLIN, La. (UrbanCast: 11/12/2026) — For Derrick Johnson, giving back is more than a holiday tradition. It is a commitment he has maintained for years, helping families across Central Louisiana when a little extra support can make a meaningful difference. On Sunday, November 8, Derrick Johnson & Associates partnered...

Winnfield, LA · 1d

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Fort Polk hosts 49th Annual Retiree Appreciation Day

The 49th annual Retiree Appreciation Day was held Nov. 7 at Fort Polk, bringing together military retirees for a day of recognition, resources and community engagement. The event began at the In and Out Processing Center, where Brig. Gen. Matthew J. Hardman, commanding general of the Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk, served as guest speaker.

Fort Polk, LA · 2d

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Vernon Parish students highlight 4-H leadership, agricultural education at School Board meeting

Two Vernon Parish students recently addressed the Vernon Parish School Board, sharing their experiences in 4-H and FFA and highlighting opportunities for student leadership, community service and agricultural education. Abby Welch, one of 1,320 students enrolled in Vernon Parish 4-H this year, spoke to board members about how the organization...

Vernon Parish, LA · 2d