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Pineville receives federal grant to remediate abandoned properties
PINEVILLE, La. - The city of Pineville has received a $500,000 Brownfield grant from the Environmental Protection Agency that will go towards remediating the old Huey P. Long Hospital, Bryant’s Cleaners, and the old Eddie’s Exxon. Rebecca Otte is the statewide Brownfield coordinator for the Louisiana Department of...
Trucker describes finding ‘miracle baby’ by the side of a highway in Louisiana
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Reginald Walton had just rolled his 18-wheeler into Louisiana, eastbound on Interstate 10 after making a Texas delivery, when he spotted what looked like a discarded baby doll sitting on the embankment. Then he saw movement. “I noticed that it moved and I called 911 and told them I thought I […]
Landry administration offers first glimpse at tax reform strategy
Lower many of the state taxes Louisiana collects, but collect them from more sources. That’s the gist of policy changes Gov. Jeff Landry’s tax policy pointman put before a panel of state lawmakers Thursday in hopes they’re amenable to rewriting a portion of the Louisiana Constitution. Revenue Secretary Richard Nelson stopped short of endorsing a […] The post Landry administration offers first glimpse at tax reform strategy appeared first on Louisiana Illuminator.
Gypsy Rose Blanchard’s Child’s Paternity is Being Called into Question & There Could Be Major Ramifications
Gypsy Rose Blanchard shocked the world when she announced that she was “unexpectedly” pregnant with her first child with boyfriend and ex-fiancé Ken Urker. The 32-year-old, who was released from prison last year after being convicted for her involvement in the 2015 killing of her abusive mom Dee Dee, is in the midst of divorcing her husband Ryan Anderson. But a Louisiana law — and society’s lack of trust in women — could tie the estranged couple together for even longer.LeBron James Shares the Sweetest Message to Sons Bronny & Bryce: 'Pops Over Here Getting Emotional' Blanchard filed for divorce at...
The Brick Streets, Bites and Boutiques Event Was Made for a Perfect Outing
Natchitoches’ Historic Downtown Business Association (HDBA) held its inaugural Brick Streets, Bites and Boutiques event Thursday, July 11. The fun event featured fifteen HDBA member retail stores who agreed to stay open until 8:00 p.m. Downtown Natchitoches was filled with groups of visitors who walked from shop to shop along Front Street. Shoppers also had an opportunity to win a $500.00 Shopping Voucher sponsored by the HDBA.
Cane River Waterway Commission: Notice of July 16 Public Meeting
The Cane River Waterway Commission pursuant to RS 42:14/42:19A will allow a public comment period prior to action on an agenda item upon which a vote is to be taken. PLACE OF MEETING: 244 Cedar Bend, Natchez Louisiana 71456. AGENDA:. Call to Order. Roll Call. Approval of Minutes from last...
More than a Blood Drive – America at its Best
One of the best things about living in a small town is that when trouble comes, so do your neighbors, ready to help. Natchitoches utility lineman Mike Lacaze is battling cancer, but he is not fighting alone. A group of friends, family, fellow city workers, and area residents came together...
NWS Shreveport: 36 tornadoes hit region during Tropical Story Beryl
The National Weather Service in Shreveport has identified 36 tornadoes and one wind streak from Beryl across the Ark-La-Tex region, including tornadoes in East Texas. The NWS issued 67 tornado warnings between 12:19 p.m. and 8:20 p.m. Monday. That’s the highest number of tornado warnings ever issued by a National Weather Service office during the month of July, meteorologist Ryan Knapp said. It's also the highest number of warnings issued by the weather service in Shreveport during a single-day event. The previous record was 36 set Dec. 27, 2015.
Details on investigation into shooting that killed a man at west Shreveport barbecue
Details on the investigation that led to an arrest for the fatal shooting of a man at a west Shreveport barbecue have been made part of the case's public record. Dwight Green, 29, was shot and killed as he barbecued with friends in the 5100 block of Broadway Avenue in the city's Mooretown neighborhood just before 6:20 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 18. Green was shot numerous times and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to the Caddo Parish Coroner. Witnesses said that Green had been barbecuing with his friends for the whole day and that they were selling plates of food to people in the community, according to police documents.
Free back-to-school shoe and backpack giveaway for Shreveport-Bossier returns. See details.
Former Rep. Barbara Norton, D-Shreveport is on a mission to give free shoes and backpacks to students in need in the Shreveport-Bossier City area. The 20th annual Free Back to School Shoe & Backpack Giveaway event is set to take place 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Jul. 27, but in order to participate, you must first sign up in person on either Monday or July 23.
Impactful veteran and public servant, venerable LCU professor mourned
Services are today for a decorated veteran whose second career has enduring impact on the parish and state. And rites were Sunday for an educator whose classroom hosted hundreds of LCU students over his career. Capt. LeRoy Caubarreaux US Army Ret., 83, was a decorated Vietnam Medivac pilot, with numerous...
Trinity Health Center excited to add physician assistant at Winnfield Clinic
“From a young age, I’ve always wanted to help people. Absolutely, I know I’m in the right place,” says Physician Assistant Lacey McManus, the newest member of Trinity Community Health Center’s extensive healthcare team. Trinity CEO Deano Thornton shares his excitement for Lacey, the patients and...
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