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CPRA Shares Nicholls Coastal Center Construction Update
The Louisiana Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) recently released a construction update on the new Nicholls State University Coastal Center. The 40,000-square-foot research-education-conference center is set to become the focal point for coastal protection and restoration activity within the Terrebonne, Atchafalaya, and Lafourche Basins. With a strong focus on resilience solutions for coastal communities, this center will play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges facing Louisiana’s coastal areas.
Qualifying ends, ballots set for November election
The ballots are now set and Southwest Louisiana voters will now know who they are voting for during the fall elections. The candidate qualifying period ended Friday with more than two dozen candidates tossing their hats into the ring ahead of the Nov. 5 open primary, presidential and congressional elections across the state. Several others, […]
American Press winner of eight Louisiana Press Association awards
The American Press was presented eight awards during the Louisiana Press Association 2023 Better Newspaper Competition luncheon Friday at the Baton Rouge City Club. Executive Editor Crystal Stevenson and sports writer Rodrick Anderson won first place for best overall website. The American Press competes in Division I against The Advocate in Baton Rouge, The Times […]
Give the gift of life this summer and all year long
Did you know that to adequately supply our community, the Blood Center tries to keep a three-day supply of 1200-1400 pints of blood on the shelf? That means they must collect 350 pints of blood a day!. There are many donor centers throughout the region, but an even easier way...
Slidell man arrested for allegedly stabbing neighbor following argument
Slidell Police arrested 40-year-old Anthony Davis of Slidell on Friday evening after Davis allegedly stabbed his neighbor. The incident allegedly occurred following an argument between the two. Shortly after 6 p.m., on Friday (July 19, 2024), Slidell Police received a report that a victim of a stabbing arrived at a...
Thibodaux Regional Swim Team Results
The Thibodaux Regional Swim Team demonstrated remarkable talent and dedication at the USA Age Group Long Course State Competition, held from July 11th to 14th at the LSU Natatorium. AJ Lafont and Kason Lirette secured individual state championship titles, highlighting their exceptional skills. The team also achieved multiple top-eight individual finishes, showcasing their competitive spirit. Additionally, three swimmers qualified to represent Louisiana at the upcoming Zone competition, further emphasizing their prowess and potential on a larger stage. This achievement reflects the hard work and commitment of the athletes and coaches, marking a significant milestone for the Thibodaux Regional Swim Team. AJ Lafont emerged as the state champion in the 50 Free for the 13-14 Male Division, while Kason Lirette claimed the state champion title in the 200 Free for the 9-10 Male Division. The Louisiana All-Star Zone qualifiers include AJ Lafont, Bree Usey, who is qualifying for the second year, and Hunter Gaubert.
A Slidell 16U girls soccer team's special run ends in the national championship match
Slidell Soccer Club coach Ryan Lazaroe is still in awe of what the SSC 08 Girls Storm Elite squad achieved at the United States Youth Soccer Association 16U National Presidents Cup in Wichita, Kansas. "It's got to be one of the best rides that I've ever been a part of,"...
Louisiana EF-2 Tornado Struck Near Shreveport Monday, 53 Miles Long, Lasting Over 90 Minutes
Shreveport, LA – A devastating 53-mile long track tornado touched down in northern Red River and Bossier Parish, Louisiana, on Monday, July 8. The National Weather Service in Shreveport confirmed the tornado, rating it an EF-2 with estimated peak winds of 115 mph. The tornado, which occurred between 2:15 PM and 3:50 PM, lasted over 90 minutes and left a path of destruction approximately 1,000 yards wide, causing two injuries and one fatality.
Town of Washington in St. Landry Parish chosen as site for industrial coatings manufacturer
WASHINGTON, La. (KADN) — An industrial coatings manufacturer is set to build a $13 million facility on a plot of land off I-49 in the Town of Washington. New Southland Industrial Coatings hopes to have construction completed by the spring of next year.
Shreveport Conn's Home Plus closing as national furniture retailer faces bankruptcy
As you drive down Youree Drive in Shreveport you can see large posters plastered to the windows of Conn's Home Plus-- the signs read "Store Closing and Entire Store 30% to 50%." Conn's is a furniture, mattress, electronics and appliance store-- headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas. It was founded in...
Former basketball star, Jazmin Boyd passes away
MONROE, La. (KNOE) - The Grambling State University community is mourning the loss of former basketball player Jazmin Boyd. “It’s so tragic, we are all in shock” says Vice President of Athletics, Trayvean Scott. “We are all feeling it right now”. Jazmin passed away the night of...
Willie Snead's 50-yard TD pass to Tim Hightower is the Saints Play of the Day
Here’s a trick shot. Willie Snead IV’s 50-yard touchdown pass to Tim Hightower against the Los Angeles Rams back in 2016 is our pick for New Orleans Saints Play of the Day, which you can see here. Now a 50-yard touchdown pass is impressive in its own right....
Bank customers report difficulties after cyber outage
NEW ORLEANS — While banks, both large and regional, have largely stayed silent about the impacts of Thursday night’s Crowdstrike outage, many customers reported Friday that they were unable to access certain services. The outage was first reported Thursday night. It was traced to a cybersecurity update on...
Tulane Adds Former Lindenwood Assistant Canaan Campbell to Women’s Swim Staff
NEW ORLEANS – The Tulane University swimming and diving program, under the direction of head coach Amanda Caldwell, announced the hiring of Canaan Campbell as the program’s assistant coach. “I am thrilled to have Canaan join our program,” Coach Caldwell emphatically exclaimed! “His arrival will inject a surge...
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