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Ellie Cemetery work day is Saturday, Nov. 21

The Ellis Cemetery in Franklinton will have a Work Day on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8-12. This is a community . . .

Fair flower house winners

At the Fair Flower House, the exhibits for all parish garden clubs were three classes --- one was all red . . .

Introducing the 2027 Krewe of Pepe Royalty

The Krewe of Pepe is proud to officially introduce its 2027 Mardi Gras Royalty! With great excitement and anticipation, we . . .

A new president's challenge: Dealing with the rise and fall of LSU

Louisiana State University, located in my hometown of Baton Rouge, recently selected a new president, Dr. Wade Rousse, who has . . .

Obituaries

Rosetta Thomas Byrd Miller, 87

Rosetta Thomas Byrd Miller, 87, a resident of Mount Hermon passed away early Friday morning October 30, 2026 at her . . .

Krewe of Pepe 2027 King and Queen
Seneca and Charlet Lewis Conerly

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Bowling green students of the year
Wed,11/11/26-4:08PM , 140 Reads
Bowling Green School recently announced its Students of the Year for 2026-2027, as shown above.

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Ellie Cemetery work day is Saturday, Nov. 21
Wed,11/11/26-2:00PM , 157 Reads
The Ellis Cemetery in Franklinton will have a Work Day on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 8-12.
This is a community work day to spruce up, clean and trim the grounds. Bring gloves, tools, any anything that will be useful. Everyone is welcome and appreciated!

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Mikayla Boudreaux

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Local author releases her latest book
Sat,11/07/26-6:30PM , 392 Reads
Washington Parish author Mikayla Boudreaux has released her latest book, “Seeds Between Her Teeth.”
This is her sixth book. Her previous titles are The Listener, The Grief Counselor, The Kettle, Play Dead, and Play Along.
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Franklinton Junior High students of the month
Wed,11/11/26-4:11PM , 80 Reads
Franklinton Junior High School October Students of the month:

Top row (l to r): Principal, Misty Polk, Noah Stewart, Avery Thompson, Kayden Robinson, Alexis Magee, Justice Warren

Middle row (l to r): Madelyn Seal, Nora Sylvest, Jy'Quarious Dykes, Paige Magee
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Franklinton, 70438, LA

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57°F

Sunny

Chance of Rain: 0%
Max Temp: 79°F
Min Temp: 56°F
Feels Like: 59°F
Dew Point: 60°F
Humidity: 84%
Sunrise: 6:24 AM
Sunset: 5:04 PM

Wind Speed: 5 to 10 mph
Wind Direction: N
Wind Gust: 3 mph
Sky Cover: 27%
Visibility: 10 mi
Dew Point: 60°F
Moon Rise: 9:35 AM
Moon Set: 7:30 PM

Sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 62 in the afternoon. North wind 5 to 10 mph.

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