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" Historic Rainfall in Avoyelles Parish: 29. 06 Inches in Just 12 Hours!
17+ hour, 45+ min ago (452+ words) Verified Cottonport gauge records 29. 06 inches in under 12 hours The June 18 flood in Avoyelles Parish is no longer only being remembered as historic by those who lived through it. It is now officially part of Louisiana weather history. Meteorologists with the…...
Rep. Daryl Deshotel Explains What the Federal Disaster Declaration Means for Avoyelles
17+ hour, 13+ min ago (492+ words) For thousands of families across Avoyelles Parish, the road to recovery from the historic flooding is entering a new chapter. President Donald Trump's approval of a federal disaster declaration has officially opened the door for FEMA Individual Assistance, also known…...
The Cameras Will Leave. We Won't. Here's What Happens Next.
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (369+ words) Because of your generosity, Building A Better Avoyelles has raised more than $100, 000 to help flood victims right here in Avoyelles Parish. We are humbled by the incredible support from our community and from people across Louisiana and beyond. We believe…...
A letter from the Bayou paddlers: Floodwater, Folks and Photo Opportunities "
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (13+ words) Avoyelles Today...
" Avoyelles Pages Past: A Glimpse into History!
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (132+ words) Avoyelles Pages Past: By Donna Culotta If you'd like your business link here, email news@avoyellestoday. com 90 Years Ago From our June 27, 1936 editions W. D. Merrick, Louis Gremillion and Leonce Lacour were elected Simmesport aldermen. Dr. Alton De Nux was a delegate…...
Judicial Election Field Begins to Take Shape in Avoyelles Parish "
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (228+ words) AVOYELLES PARISH, La. " Voters in Avoyelles Parish will cast ballots for both Division A and Division B seats on the 12th Judicial District Court during the 2026 election cycle. The names currently listed are candidates who have announced their campaigns and confirmed…...
3 D printers becoming popular for hobbies and especially in work lab
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (646+ words) Ever since I first heard about something called a 3 D printer I have been extremely curious. What? ! How! ? It baffled my imagination, that is until visiting my son's family for a graduation my 12-year old grandson showed me how a…...
One Day. One Flood. One Parish Forever Changed.
5+ day, 21+ hour ago (758+ words) By Dr. Jay Callegari For nearly a century, the Great Flood of 1927 has stood in Avoyelles Parish history as a measure of what high water can do to a community. Now, June 18, 2026, will stand beside it. The remnants of Tropical…...
Wanted man taken into custody in Marksville
1+ week, 5+ day ago (243+ words) A wanted fugitive was taken into custody in Marksville following a foot pursuit involving several law enforcement agencies, according to the Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office. On Monday, June 15, Avoyelles Parish Sheriff's Office Crime Suppression agents, along with Louisiana Probation and…...
Make Your Avoyelles Parish Flood Damage Report: From State rep. Daryl Deshotel
1+ week, 6+ day ago (16+ words) Avoyelles Parish Flood Damage Report: From State rep. Daryl Deshotel Avoyelles Today Click the link below!...