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Farmer, mother, author: Meet the Louisiana woman helping kids learn about agriculture
As a first-generation sugar cane farmer and a fourth-generation cattle producer, Amanda Duhon has intimate knowledge of how the nation's meat, grains and produce make their way to grocery shelves and homes. The food that her family farms on their 800 acres, spread between Lafayette and Maurice, is worked daily...
Black Republican former state senator joins race for new Louisiana 6th Congressional District
A Black Republican former state senator has entered the campaign for Louisiana's new majority minority 6th Congressional District that stretches from Baton Rouge to Acadiana to Alexandria to Shreveport with boundaries drawn to favor Democrats. Former state legislator Elbert Guillory of St. Landry Parish, a familier face in the new...
Louisiana Prison Forced To Keep Inmates Safe By Federal Judge
Originally Published July 21, 2023. A federal judge handed down a ruling to Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola that may change the way It treats the incarcerated population who work the prison’s Farm-Line. According to WAFB, a federal ruling, on July 3, ordered the facility to establish a “memorandum with proposed remedies” to keep inmates safe on the prison’s Farm-Line.
Free lunch, free haircuts at Justice Jacque’s Jewels event
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS)—Free is the keyword at Justice Jacque’s Jewels community event this Saturday, July 13. During this four-hour event, free lunches, tablets, backpacks, haircuts, and knowledge will be offered. Judge Jacqueline Scott of Cajun Court TV organizes this event. She is passionate about giving back to the...
Haughton Defensive Lineman Gus Beaty: Boxing Success with Dement Brothers Club
Haughton's Gus Beaty, a standout defensive lineman, finds success in boxing alongside football, expressing a dedication to the sport until advised otherwise by a medical professional. Gus Beaty started boxing after seeing Logan Paul on YouTube and had his first fight in June, which he won. His family has a...
Jim Beam column:Traffic cameras are targeted
Members of the current Louisiana Legislature know motorists don’t like speed cameras or similar devices that catch speeders and other traffic law violators. That is why they passed one law at their recent session to help drivers and wiped another one off the books. Three other legislators had traffic camera bills that didn’t make it. […]
"Successful literacy event at Kees Park, next at City Park"
Over 100 children attended the literacy event at Kees Park in Alexandria. The children picked out new books for their home libraries and participated in games to enhance reading skills. The event had numerous volunteers and community partners who contributed to its success. The next literacy event will be held at City Park in Alexandria on Thursday, July 18 from 6-7 p.m. #RapidesReads.
Shreveport, LA – Heat Index Over 100 Degrees and Thunderstorms Expected
Shreveport, LA – The National Weather Service in Shreveport reports partly sunny skies today with temperatures reaching the low to mid-90s. The heat index is expected to soar into the lower 100s, driven by southwest winds ranging from 5-15 mph, which will enhance humidity levels coming from the Gulf.
Amazon Hiring More Jobs for Shreveport Facility Tonight
SHREVEPORT, LA – Another round of hiring is expected tonight for the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Shreveport. Amazon began the mass hirings last Friday night hoping to find between 150 and 300 workers to staff the local facility. They are expected to post about 300 jobs during the hiring...
Barbara Norton's Back to School Shoe and Backpack Giveaway is close. Learn how to register.
Barbara Norton's African American Celebration Parade Committee's 20th annual Back to School Shoe and Backpack Giveaway will occur on Saturday, July 27, 2024. The first chance to sign up for the event that will take place at the Pines Road Walmart will be on July 15. Nortons's efforts have put shoes on thousands of local children's feet, just in time for the new school year. "I believe this community has always stepped up and reached out to...
Amazon Hiring More Jobs for Shreveport Facility Tonight
SHREVEPORT, LA – Another round of hiring is expected tonight for the Amazon Fulfillment Center in Shreveport. Amazon began the mass hirings last Friday night hoping to find between 150 and 300 workers to staff the local facility. They are expected to post about 300 jobs during the hiring...
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