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Free legal workshop set for Jan. 10

A free legal workshop on domestic violence awareness and obtaining a protective order will be streamed live via ... Read more

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Six art installations to be dedicated in sculpture garden

By Emily Burleigh A “Celebration of the Arts” will be hosted at the Leesville Art Park at 3 ... Read more

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Broadband meeting Aug. 25 in Leesville

By Emily Burleigh Later this month, Vernon Parish residents will have the opportunity to get clarity on upcoming ... Read more

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Patriotic weekend planned on Toledo Bend Lake

The Sabine Parish Chamber of Commerce and Sabine County Chamber of Commerce are partnering to host a three-day ... Read more

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Saturday is Election Day across SW La.

Saturday will be Election Day across Southwest Louisiana. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. ... Read more

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Rapides Foundation awards $1.8M in reconnecting grants

Special to the News Leader ALEXANDRIA — The Rapides Foundation has awarded $1.8 million in grants to six ... Read more

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Rapides Foundation awards $1.8M in reconnecting grants

Special to the Leesville Leader The Rapides Foundation has awarded $1.8 million in grants to six organizations under ... Read more

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Cassidy hosts rural community funding summit in Leesville

 Special to the News Leader U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, and his office hosted a rural community funding ... Read more

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AT&T boosts network speeds for Vernon, Calcasieu, Beauregard parishes

AT&T has expanded its 5G network in Vernon, Calcasieu and Beauregard Parishes, giving residents, businesses and visitors a ... Read more

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Catfish Derby set for April 22

The Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk will host its annual Catfish Derby April 22, from 7 ... Read more