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Louisiana utility regulators pass rule to keep electric vehicle charging competitive
State regulators have established a policy they believe will spur more private investment in electric vehicle charging stations in Louisiana — limiting competition from utility companies. The Louisiana Public Service Commission adopted a rule Wednesday meant to encourage private investment in the electric vehicle charging market by prohibiting the state’s major power companies from using […]
Back-to-School Expo provides kids with haircuts, supplies
The annual “Getting Them Ready” Back-to-School expo provided great opportunities for students and their parents as free haircuts, school supplies, school and community information was shared in the main commons areas of the Ben D. Johnson Educational Center and Silhouette Barber Shop. snacks/snow cones, music, face-painting and inflatables were part of the three-andone half hour setting that…
Innovative Acadiana plant to turn sugar cane bagasse into biofuel pellets
The sugar cane industry, while producing a $4.2 billion annual economic impact in Louisiana, creates tons of waste product every year. What to do with that waste has long been a problem for sugar producers. Developers of a new plant in Jeanerette hope to turn it into fuel. Several steps...
W. Shreveport overnight homicide, victim identified
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — Shreveport Police Department states they are investigating an overnight shooting of a death in west Shreveport’s Werner Park neighborhood. The news release highlights Caddo Crime Stoppers’ offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the identification and arrest of the person(s) involved in this incident.
Quitman High School Track receives upgrade
The athletic program at Quitman High School has seen virtually every sport receive upgrades in their playing locations over the past couple of years. First it was the baseball and softball fields that received new bleachers and improvements to the perimeter of the fields. Then the gymnasium got a facelift when the foyer and bathrooms were redone. Now it is the track and field complex that has a new look. This past week, the QHS track received new surface spray that not only enhanced the look but made it a better and safer surface for running and jumping events.
Cali Deal Spotlighted in Line Drive Media Feature Article
“I Am So Much More Than Just A Softball Player”. Cali Deal is one of the top 2025 pitchers in the nation, a 6-foot lefty pitcher who has won impressively at the high school level in Louisiana and the club level for the Texas Bombers. Line Drive Softball recently caught...
Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District Helping in Safe Medication Disposal
The Jackson Parish Ambulance Service District (JPASD) sends a reminder that it is vitally important to dispose of unused prescriptions and over the counter medications in a safe manner. In an effort to help with this, JPASD invites you to come to their location at 117 Watts Street in Jonesboro...
Christian McGuire nominated for Congress Future Medical Leaders Award
Jonesboro-Hodge High School senior, Christian McGuire, son of Cortez and Tyrhonda Mcguire, has been nominated for the Congress of Future Medical Leaders Award of Excellence. The Congress of Future Medical Leaders is a highly selective national program honoring academically superior high school students who are dedicated to service humanity through the field of medicine.
Fredo Bang Defends 50 Cent Amid Hurricane Chris’ Humor & Harmony Weekend Criticism
According to Hurricane Chris, the $500K 50 Cent dropped on security could have been better spent elsewhere. Earlier this month, 50 Cent hosted Humor & Harmony Weekend in Shreveport, but not everyone was pleased with the lineup. He got called out by Luenell last week, who criticized him for not including any female comedians. Fif fired back yesterday, claiming that if she hadn't been booked and busy, he would have been interested in including her. Now, Hurricane Chris has weighed in, putting 50 Cent on blast for not highlighting more local artists.
GSU Battles SLU to 0-0 Draw
HAMMOND, La. | The Grambling State University women's soccer team had difficulty capitalizing on their scoring chances against Southern Louisiana University, resulting in a 0-0 draw at Strawberry Stadium on Friday. With the draw, Grambling State now stands at 1-0-1 for the season. SLU, having played their season opener at...
Louisiana Will Have Eyes on Gulf of Mexico for Potential Storm Development
We are approaching the peak of hurricane season and folks along the Gulf Coast will soon have all eyes on the Gulf of Mexico. We previously reported that a "cool front" could sweep across the south by August 19th and now Meteorologist Zack Fradella says also to keep an on the gulf that week.
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