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Schulz named a Louisiana Principal of the Year finalist
Special to the Beauregard News Chad Schulz, principal of South Beauregard Elementary, has been named a 2024-2025 Louisiana Principal of the Year Finalist. He has been chosen as one of nine colleagues from across the state for this honor. The Louisiana Department of Education sponsors the Excellent Educators Award Program annually to recognize the state’s […]
East Beauregard Elementary honors its fourth quarter honor students
East Beauregard Elementary has announced its fourth quarter banner roll and honor roll students. They are: First Grade Banner Roll — Gabriel Aguilar Lara, Abigial Foraker, Daxton Hale, Brentley Hatcher, Dax Ivey, Zoey Morris, Bralyen Roberts, Dahlia Schlager, Axton Stracener, Titus Fletcher, Mattix Mahaffey, Elijah McGee, Carter Reeves, Rex Rider, Aurora Travis, Tucker Wolfe, Kaylee […]
Hurricane season is days away. Here’s a closer look at what to expect
By Rita LeBleu Six to eight tropical storms could develop in the Gulf this hurricane season, and June and July will be “quiet” in Southwest Louisiana, according to Roger Erickson. The self-described optimist and National Weather Service meteorologist-in-charge put the latest National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) hurricane forecast in perspective for the Kiwanis Club […]
Carver Elementary recognizes banner, honor roll students
Carver Elementary School has announced its fourth nine weeks banner and honor roll students. They are: 2nd Grade Banner Roll — Ackerson Mitchell Joseph, Anderson Morocc Keronn, Archield Addyson Brielle, Ashworth Randy Dekayne, Barron Bennett Thomas, Bennett Owen Joshua, Bergeron Addison Hope, Boyce Payton Kinsley, Broussard Cameron Wesley, Burge Khloey Renee, Chacon Picado Jelaina Edelle, […]
Bill to put air conditioning, heat in school buses fails
By Maddie Scott | LSU Manship School News Service BATON ROUGE — A Senate bill that would have required heating and air-conditioning systems in school buses failed on the Louisiana House floor Tuesday. The House rejected the measure 42-57 after nearly 1 ½ hours of debate. Senate Bill 26 would have required the systems on […]
Driver killed in collision with 18-wheeler
A Boyce man was killed Monday in a two-vehicle fatality crash on La. 112 near Forrest Simmons Road. The crash claimed the life of 34-year-old Michael Pharis. Louisiana State Police Trooper Sgt. Derek Senegal said Pharis was traveling east on La. 112 in a 2019 Dodge Charger. At the same time, a Freightliner 18-wheeler was […]
Cassidy: Arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant ‘outrageous’
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court announced arrest warrants this week for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant as well as three Hamas leaders. The move — placing Netanyahu and Gallant among world leaders infamous for heinous acts against humanity — is outrageous, U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy said. Prosecutor […]
Fort Johnson youth wins Boys, Girls Club Louisiana Military Youth of Year
By Angie Thorne | Fort Johnson FORT JOHNSON — Emmalee Polk recently attended the Louisiana Youth of the Year Event in Baton Rouge, representing the Fort Johnson Middle School and Teen Center and the Boys and Girls Club of America. Polk won the title of Louisiana Military Youth of the Year for 2024 and a […]
All SW La. school districts support Title IX lawsuit filed against DOE
By Emily Burleigh Every public school district in Southwest Louisiana supports the Title IX lawsuit that was filed against the U.S. Department of Education last month. On April 29, Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced the state of Louisiana and the Louisiana Department of Education filed suit over the new rules under Title IX, a […]
Beauregard Health System breaks ground for new expanded emergency department
By Emily Burleigh Residents of Beauregard Parish and the surrounding areas will have access to two updated medical departments by 2026. Beauregard Health System, 600 S. Pine S. in DeRidder, hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for their highly anticipated expanded emergency department on Friday, May 17. This celebration marks the first steps for two new facilities […]
Anita Falcon’s relationship with her students often reaches beyond the classroom
By Emily Burleigh Anita Abshire Falcon, 47, wanted to teach in the same environment she was taught in. After 20 years at Immaculate Conception Catholic School, she is sure she has accomplished her mission. Born and raised in Crowley, Falcon attended St. Michael Catholic School for much of her grade school education. During her Catholic […]
Circles on a Mission: Second-annual charity bike ride rolls this Saturday in DeRidder
By Emily Burleigh First United Methodist Church of DeRidder is hosting the second annual Circles on a Mission bicycle ride this Saturday, May 18. The bike ride benefits the Methodist Children’s Home of Southwest Louisiana in Sulphur. Methodist Children’s Home of SWLA is a residential home that cares for children with severe emotional needs that […]
Rosepine teacher named Exemplary Educator
Nichole Williams of Rosepine High School has been recognized as an Exemplary Educator by the Louisiana Department of Education. The Louisiana Exemplary Educator Recognition Program was created to acknowledge, honor and spotlight exceptional early-to mid-career teachers, teacher specialists, assistant principals, and principals who exemplify Louisiana’s education profession. Williams teaches math at RHS. Pictured are Curriculum Supervisor Leigh […]
SW La. not done with wet weather forecasts
Southwest Louisiana is looking at another round of heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding Thursday and Friday — along with a low-end risk for severe weather. The combination of an upper-level storm system and an incoming front containing an abundance of moisture will provide the perfect combination for periods of heavy rainfall starting Thursday afternoon, […]
National Skilled Nursing Care Week observed in DeRidder
Special to the Beauregard News DERIDDER — Mayor Misty Roberts presented a proclamation on Tuesday, May 14, at the DeRidder Retirement and Rehabilitation Center, marking “National Skilled Nursing Care Week” in the city of DeRidder. The week is observed nationwide May 12-18. This year’s national theme is, “Radiant Memories: A Tribute to the Golden Age […]
Concerns over street work raised at DeRidder Council meeting
By Emily Burleigh DeRidder residents expressed concerns over city infrastructure and assistance for the elderly at the City Council meeting on Monday. One resident of Carlisle Street in District 1 asked the council why his street had not been fixed when other streets with recent developments have had repairs. He used Warren Street as an […]
Northwestern State honors local graduates
NATCHITOCHES — Several Southwest Louisiana students were among those honored by Northwestern State University during spring commencement exercises that took place this week. Local graduates include: Anacoco — Katelyn Haymon, Bachelor of General Studies; Lindsey Alligood, Isabella McCall, Hunter Rabalais, Jennifer Thornton, Bachelor of Science. DeRidder — Kynadee Delome, Associate of Science in Nursing; Haydn […]
Beauregard School Board lends support to Title IX regulations challenge
By Emily Burleigh The Beauregard Parish School Board is backing the state of Louisiana and the Louisiana Department of Education in a lawsuit challenging the changes to Title IX regulations. At the BPSB meeting on Thursday, the board unanimously passed a resolution pledging their support of the state and LDOE in the Louisiana litigation against […]
Golden Knights are state champions again, Sepulvado named game MVP
By Rodrick Anderson SULPHUR — With South Beauregard’s hopes of a state championship dangerously close to being spoiled by Sterlington, senior Layden Sepulvado helped deliver the Golden Knights’ first state championship since 2017. No. 1 South Beauregard (31-3) beat No. 2 Sterlington 7-4 (23-10), and Sepulvado was named the game MVP. “I am excited,” South Beauregard […]
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