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Avoyelles Past Pages: November 6, 2026

Avoyelles Past Pages: November 6, 2026

By Donna Culotta 90 Years Ago From our Nov. 7, 1936 editions The school board chose the Union Bank as its fiscal agent. Joyce Rabalais was elected president of the Cottonport High freshman class and Acy Marchand was chosen president of the senior class at CHS. Plaucheville High FFA members

A Buck Worth the Wait

A Buck Worth the Wait

Avoyelles Charter announces first nine weeks Honor Roll

Avoyelles Charter announces first nine weeks Honor Roll

Know a young leader in Avoyelles? John Lewis award nominations close Nov. 20

Know a young leader in Avoyelles? John Lewis award nominations close Nov. 20

Serving the homefront: peace time service just as important as time of conflict

Serving the homefront: peace time service just as important as time of conflict

Coreil’s Career Corner: Evolution of Aviation Degree opportunities at LSUA

Coreil’s Career Corner: Evolution of Aviation Degree opportunities at LSUA

Marksville High School Celebrates 2026 Homecoming with Week of Tiger Pride

Marksville High School Celebrates 2026 Homecoming with Week of Tiger Pride

News

Cottonport approves litter enforcement agreement, police appointment

Cottonport approves litter enforcement agreement, police appointment

The Cottonport Town Council approved an agreement allowing parish litter enforcement within town limits and named an assistant police chief during its Oct. 14 meeting. The litter agreement authorizes Avoyelles Parish Police Jury Litter Abatement Officer Barry Lemoine to enforce parish litter ordinances in Cottonport. The measure passed 4-0,

State plans $4.7 million construction project at Acadiana Center for Youth

State plans $4.7 million construction project at Acadiana Center for Youth

LDH urges safe water use after rare amoeba infections

LDH urges safe water use after rare amoeba infections

Landry Sets New Protections for Ratepayers on Data Center Tax Break

Landry Sets New Protections for Ratepayers on Data Center Tax Break

Marksville approves new water, sewer rates effective Nov. 1

Marksville approves new water, sewer rates effective Nov. 1

Hard Times In Da Parish: October 26–November 1, 2026

Hard Times In Da Parish: October 26–November 1, 2026

$100 Entergy bill credit program includes Avoyelles customers

$100 Entergy bill credit program includes Avoyelles customers

Lifestyle

Serving the homefront: peace time service just as important as time of conflict

Serving the homefront: peace time service just as important as time of conflict

The other day… By Donna Culotta Veteran’s Day is Wednesday, Nov. 11. This is a story of one veteran who served her country in peace time. Serving in the military is more than picking up a rifle and marching into battle. Only 10% to 15% of U.S. military

Coreil’s Career Corner: Evolution of Aviation Degree opportunities at LSUA

Coreil’s Career Corner: Evolution of Aviation Degree opportunities at LSUA

Dale Bordelon honored for keeping Louisiana’s waterfowl heritage alive

Dale Bordelon honored for keeping Louisiana’s waterfowl heritage alive

From a Bunkie flower shop to Houston landscapes: Johnny Steele’s story

From a Bunkie flower shop to Houston landscapes: Johnny Steele’s story

Coreil’s Career Corner: Working offshore during the summer of 1974

Coreil’s Career Corner: Working offshore during the summer of 1974

Lafargue Beta students shine at national convention in Nashville

Lafargue Beta students shine at national convention in Nashville

Our small towns are shrinking. Why isn't our government changing with them?

Our small towns are shrinking. Why isn't our government changing with them?

Community

Avoyelles Charter announces first nine weeks Honor Roll

Avoyelles Charter announces first nine weeks Honor Roll

Avoyelles Public Charter High School has announced its Honor Roll for the first nine weeks grading period, recognizing students for their academic achievement and dedication in the classroom. Principal’s List 1st Grade: Kendall Bernard, Fenily Builodeau, Silas Craft, Ruby Drouin, Remi Ducote, Jace Guillot, Bryce Hukins, Sutton Jeansonne, Everleigh

Know a young leader in Avoyelles? John Lewis award nominations close Nov. 20

Know a young leader in Avoyelles? John Lewis award nominations close Nov. 20

Marksville High School Celebrates 2026 Homecoming with Week of Tiger Pride

Marksville High School Celebrates 2026 Homecoming with Week of Tiger Pride

Christmas in Avoyelles: Shop local, celebrate and give back. Green holiday graphic with ornaments, lights and wrapped gifts.

Christmas in Avoyelles: Holiday markets, festive events and ways to give back

Marksville and Bunkie Doll & Toy Fund updates: Week of October 26, 2026

Marksville and Bunkie Doll & Toy Fund updates: Week of October 26, 2026

Bingo, gumbo and giving back: Three Avoyelles fundraisers to mark on your calendar

Bingo, gumbo and giving back: Three Avoyelles fundraisers to mark on your calendar

Honoring Avoyelles veterans: Ceremonies planned in Fifth Ward, Marksville, Moreauville and Mansura

Honoring Avoyelles veterans: Ceremonies planned in Fifth Ward, Marksville, Moreauville and Mansura

Sports

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A Buck Worth the Wait

75 Catskin games, generations of memories

Friday Night Lights: Week 9 football roundup

Avoyelles wins four-overtime thriller at Oakdale, 42–40

Marksville holds off Grant, 30–22

Obituaries

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Obituary for Charles “Chuck” Barnhart

Obituary for Alvin Lane Pitts

Obituary for Ralph S. Bordelon

Obituary for Avia “Avie” Sayes

Obituary for Paul Allen Crenshaw

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