The Kinder High School (KHS) Future Farmers of America (FFA) horse judging team is headed to the national competition in October. Sullivan Fontenot, FFA sponsor and ag instructor at KHS, is excited…
Oakdale Mayor Paul looking toward changes
Oakdale Mayor Gene Paul said he is hoping to move the city into the future when funding is available to purchase new technology. He said recent events in the city has shown…
City’s water woes noted, work underway
The City of Oakdale faced water issues this past week after its biggest well on Beck Street stop producing. Oakdale Mayor Gene Paul said the city has four wells and the Beck…
Mason Fontenot turns 97 Sunday
Mason Fontenot is turning 97 this Sunday, September 5. Fontenot is known throughout the area by many as the man who is usually pedaling wares like watermelon, sweet potatoes and even baked…
Lambert Park getting a face lift
Residents are going to see some changes at Lambert Park over the next few weeks as projects to replace damaged items and upgrades are completed. Jay LaFargue, president of the recreation board…
July’s collection report given
Three communities saw some decreases in June’s sales tax collections according to the July 2021 report compiled by the Allen Parish School Board Sales and Use Tax Department. Oberlin saw a 35.67…
Rotarians hold installation
The Kinder Rotary held its installation banquet recently to install its new president for the 2021 year, Emerald Skye Byrd. In the top left photo, is a photo of the cake celebrating…
APPJ approves bills, resolutions and other reports
The Allen Parish Police Jury (APPJ) met on August 2, and quickly dispensed of its agenda by approving committee recommendations and normal monthly requests as well as adopting resolutions to relocate precincts,…
Oakdale’s new royalty named
A host of local beauties were crowned as Oakdale royalty Saturday, July 31, during pageantry festivities held at the Oakdale High School auditorium. During the evening pageant, the 2021 Miss Oakdale title…