Red River Parish 4-H will hold a livestock meeting August 13 at 3:30 at the 4-H office. Anyone planning to show animals or is interested in learning more about livestock projects are invited to attend.

A candlelight vigil will be held Thursday, August 14, at 6 p.m. at the Coushatta Boat Launch to honor and celebrate the life of Shatalma “Moolie” Guye, who was tragically killed last week. Friends, family, and community members are invited to gather in remembrance and support.

The next local Farmer’s Market & Maker’s Fair is August 16 from 7-11am Front Street in Coushatta.

The August Genealogy Meeting will be held at the Red River Parish Library Wednesday, August 20 at 10am. Learn how to use research tools to complete your family tree. Dr. Virginia Webb and library staff will offer tips and assistance. For more information, call 318-932-5614.

The Coushatta-Red River Chamber of Commerce will host a Bass tournament Saturday, September 13 on the Red River. Launch will take place at the Red Oak Boat Launch. $2000 guaranteed pot plus 50% payout on entries. For questions contact Brandon Baxley (318) 332-4159.

Based on recent audits, the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) has paid out approximately $9.6 million in Medicaid benefits on behalf of deceased individuals between February 2019 and March 2025. This money was paid to managed care organizations, even though the beneficiaries were deceased and therefore not receiving health care services.

AOL to discontinue dial-up Internet service September 30.