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By Pamela Sleezer Vernon Parish school officials announced Wednesday that “several individuals” have been terminated from its Special Education Department following an internal investigation into the recent conduct of the […]

Jean Carolyn CoodySeptember 20, 1938 – October 13, 2026Service: Saturday, October 17, 2026, 3pm at Tioga United Pentecostal Church, Pineville. Judith “Judge Judy” WomackApril 1, 1947 – October 12, 2026Service: Thursday, October 15, 2026, 11am at Hixson Brothers Funeral Home, Pineville. William F. “B

The Rapides Parish Sheriff’s Office will hold a firewood sale on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. as part of its Firewood Project. Firewood is $60 per ric, which is a 4×8-foot stack.   Money orders only. Receipts for money orders will be given at the guard shack on John Allison Drive. Pick up …

By Ashlyn Little It was standing-room only at the Vernon Parish Police Jury’s regular session meeting as residents packed the room to debate a proposed solar farm ordinance. The jury […]

By JIM BUTLER The Public Service Commission is scheduled to vote December 16 whether to allow construction of a electrical transmission line across portions of Rapides and other parishes. Entergy proposes to erect the line from St. Landry Parish to Richland Parish, supplying part of the load needed

By Journal Staff Early voting for Louisiana’s upcoming election officially begins next week, offering registered voters across Rapides Parish an opportunity to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Election administrators have announced that in-person early voting in Rapides Parish will be avail

BATON ROUGE, La. — The Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana has released its comprehensive guide analyzing the 10 proposed constitutional amendments scheduled for the fall statewide ballot. The independent, nonpartisan review is designed to explain the legal background, arguments for and aga

Photo: File Photo Danny L. Slaughter, 52 of Natchitoches, who reportedly has a documented history of mental issues and a lengthy criminal history—boarded a City of Alexandria ATRANS transit van on Oct. 13 around 1:10 pm. Earlier that day, Slaughter had been turned away from a local hospital. At the

Rapides Parish Fair Opens Today for Five-Day Run in AlexandriaRapides Parish Fair Association The 2026 Rapides Parish Fair opens today, Wednesday, Oct. 14, and continues through Sunday, Oct. 18, at the fairgrounds, 8149 Highway 71 South in Alexandria, just past LSU of Alexandria. The five-day event

Residents across Rapides Parish can expect several more days of summerlike temperatures before a noticeable cooldown brings more comfortable fall weather to Central Louisiana this weekend. The forecast calls for afternoon highs in the lower 90s Wednesday and Thursday, followed by a gradual decline i

LSU of Alexandria and LSU Health Sciences Center Shreveport have expanded their partnership with a new 3+3 agreement creating an accelerated pathway for students to earn a bachelor’s degree from LSUA and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from LSU Health Shreveport within six years. The new pathway builds

The City of Pineville is inviting local artists, students, and creative residents to submit original designs for its 2027 Mardi Gras Poster Contest, offering a $250 prize and the opportunity to have their artwork featured as the city’s official Mardi Gras poster. The contest encourages participants

The Zion Hill Church Senior Mission Group recently collected and donated 121 pairs of eyeglasses to the Alexandria Lions Club in support of Lions Clubs International President Mark Lyon’s Vision Week of Service. The donation is part of a service initiative focused on supporting vision-related needs

Week 7 of the Rapides Parish Journal’s annual High School Football Pick ’Em contest is underway, giving local fans another chance to test their gridiron knowledge and win cash. Each week, the contest features 10 selected matchups highlighting Rapides Parish high schools and marquee regional games. T

By BRAD WELBORN, Northwestern State Sports Information NATCHITOCHES — Norman Joseph has spent more than 50 years coaching football. Longer than Bear Bryant. Longer than Joe Paterno. Two years shy of matching Nick Saban. That kind of longevity is remarkable on its own. But when Joseph looks back on t

In this week’s Louisiana Sports Writers Association Top 10 Class 5A poll, Alexandria Senior High’s rout of West Monroe last Friday didn’t have the desired effect on the state rankings. The Trojans (5-1) ripped the Rebels 44-7, but the top four teams in the poll held serve and didn’t drop. ASH edged

Growing up as a kid who fished stock ponds his whole life, I could not wait for the day that I got my first bass boat. Every angler who loves bass fishing looks forward to the day they pull out of a boat dealer towing their first bass boat.  As a new boat owner there…

The 2023 Spanish-language film Society of the Snow introduced the tragedy to a new generation, emphasizing the relationships, sacrifices, and impossible decisions faced by those stranded in the mountains. On Oct. 13, 1972, a plane carrying 45 people crashed into the snow-covered Andes Mountains in S

BATON ROUGE, La. – The Louisiana Office of State Parks has launched the Louisiana State Parks Passport, a free program created to encourage families and travelers to visit public lands and historic landmarks across the state. The passport booklet serves as a travel keepsake for outdoor enthusiasts.

By Journal Staff There is something truly magical about bringing Louisiana communities together to celebrate what makes our state so vibrant, welcoming and unique. Over the past few weeks, the Parish Journals of Louisiana had the privilege of partnering with Paige Alost and the Natchitoches Parish T

BOM Bank is proud to support the Grant Delta Waterfowl Banquet! We’re excited to support an organization that works to conserve and enhance waterfowl habitat while promoting the traditions of waterfowl hunting and the great outdoors. Their efforts help preserve Louisiana’s rich wildlife heritage for

The 28th annual Pumpkin Patch hosted by First United Methodist Church of Alexandria opens Thursday, Oct. 22, and continues through Monday, Oct. 26, in the lot across from the church at 2727 Jackson Street, Alexandria, Louisiana. The five-day Pumpkin Patch is a longtime Alexandria tradition, dating b

Funeral services celebrating the life of Marvin Claude Parish will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, March 19, 2026, in the chapel of Gallagher Funeral Home in Ball. Visitation will take place at the funeral home from 10:00 a.m. until time of service. Interment will follow at Bethel UMC Cemetery in De

Funeral services for Mrs. Martha Jean Fluker Parish will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026, at HIS Church, Pineville, with Reverends Steve Speer and David Kimsey officiating. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Springhill Cemetery, Ball, under the direction of Ru

October 6, 2026Bennett Barnes, of Winnfield, was arrested for criminal trespassing and possession with intent to distribute Schedule I. October 7, 2026Casey Estes, 40, of Dodson, was arrested for criminal trespassing.Richard Foquo, 48, of Winnfield, was arrested for direct contempt of court. October

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WINNFIELD, La. — The Kiwanis Club of Winnfield officially launched its 2026–2027 administrative year during its annual Installation Banquet on Monday evening, October 5, at Mama’s Iron Skillet. The event brought together members, spouses, and guests to celebrate a successful year of community outrea

By Journal Staff The Winn Chamber of Commerce has named Winn Community Health Center its 2026 Business of the Year, honoring the health care provider for its ongoing service and investment in Winn Parish. Health center leadership expressed gratitude following the announcement, emphasizing that the h

Early voting for the Nov. 3 election will be held Oct. 20-27 at the Winn Parish Registrar of Voters Office inside the Winn Parish Courthouse. Early voting will be available from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. each day during the early voting period, with the office closed Sunday, Oct. 25. Voters should enter t

WINN PARISH, La. — Winn Parish will see hot and sunny conditions through the middle of the week before a noticeable cool-down arrives heading into the weekend. Wednesday will be sunny and hot with a high near 95 degrees. Winds will be calm before becoming southerly around 5 mph during the afternoon.

ST. MAURICE, LA — Descendants of founding Winn Parish families gathered on Sunday, October 11, 2026, for the annual St. Maurice Cemetery Homecoming, celebrating community heritage, honoring departed loved ones, and reviewing major preservation efforts on the historic grounds. St. Maurice holds a dis

For many people, applying for a loan can feel like being reduced to a number. A credit score may be part of the lending process, but it does not always tell the full story of a person’s financial situation. Someone may have experienced a job change, medical expense, divorce, unexpected repair or oth

WINNFIELD, La. — The Kiwanis Club of Winnfield named Troy Rogers its 2025–2026 Kiwanian of the Year during the club’s annual installation banquet held Monday evening, October 5, at Mama’s Iron Skillet. The prestigious award was announced and presented by outgoing Club President Mary Lou Blackley, wh

When a team on a two-game losing streak enters district play with the first two games on the road, it could spell trouble. But Winnfield put all those fears to rest this past week when they thumped Red River by a score of 68-39. Now the Tigers (4-2, 1-0 District 4-2A) will look to capitalize … Conti