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Another Drawdown Of Lake Bistineau Set To Begin This Month
It won't be long now, Lake Bistineau will be reduced to Bayou Dorcheat and an assortment of swamp-like areas. It would appear that summer is nearly over for those who enjoy water sports like fishing or skiing on Lake Bistineau in Northwest Louisiana. Lake Bistineau State Park recently posted on...
City of Alexandria, Louisiana Back to School Bash Success
The City of Alexandria, Louisiana, hosted a Back to School Bash event last evening. The event was a success, with many partners and participants contributing to its memorable atmosphere. The city expressed gratitude towards everyone involved for their support. Plans are already in place for next year's event, and organizers are excited to see everyone again.
Youths install wheelchair ramps during ‘Weekend of the Cross’ with First United Methodist Church
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - At First United Methodist Church on Jackson Street in Alexandria, there was a goal to build 10 wheelchair ramps for residents in need. A group of 160 young people and adult sponsors arrived Wednesday, July 17, for the special event called the “Weekend of the Cross.” They will work to build the ramps until July 19.
Homeless man stabs elderly woman during attempted carjacking
SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - An elderly woman was attacked and nearly robbed of her vehicle Friday evening (July 19). Just before 6:30 p.m., officers with the Shreveport Police Department (SPD) were dispatched to a stabbing in the 100 block of Spring Street. According to officials with SPD, an elderly woman...
Louisiana Ranked in Most Dangerous Roads for Drivers List
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana) - New research has revealed that Louisiana ranks 1st among the US states with the most dangerous roads for drivers. The physical condition of roads and their traffic volume can significantly impact safety. But which state has the riskiest roads?. The team at MarketWatch Guides analyzed data...
Louisiana congressional races attract newcomers and incumbents vying for seats
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — The deadline for candidates to qualify for Louisiana’s six congressional races concluded Friday, marking the unofficial intensifying of campaign season and cementing who will be on the November ballot. In a pivotal election year, most eyes are on the race for Louisiana’s 6th Congressional District. The political boundaries of the area were recently redrawn by lawmakers, under the direction of the courts and governor, to create the state’s second majority-Black district. Additionally, the GOP congressman representing the district, U.S. Rep. Garret Graves, has opted not to seek reelection. Democrats are looking to capitalize...
New Report Shows Louisiana Is One of the Fastest-Shrinking States – Where Is Everyone Moving To?
LAFAYETTE, La. (KPEL News) - Louisiana is shrinking at a faster rate than more than 40 other states, according to a new report out today. U-Haul, the rental company that specializes in moving vans and trailers, released its annual report on which states have the most people making one-way rentals, and the Bayou State is near the very bottom.
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