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Rose Hill Church Moves, Nets New Audio System
Baton Rouge, LA (July 15, 2024)—Having moved to a new facility the size of a concert hall, Rose Hill Church In Baton Rouge decided to outfit it with an audio system to match. The 46,000-square-foot facility sports a sanctuary with 50-foot vaulted ceilings that can seat up to 1,000 guests, and with that in mind, outfitted the site with gear from SSL, Shure and K-array.
Driver in head-on Berwick crash accused of impairment
Berwick police reported the arrest of a man on an impaired driving charge after Thursday’s head-on crash that sent two people to area hospitals. St. Mary deputies reported recent arrests on charges that include theft, domestic abuse, assault with a firearm and cyberstalking. Morgan City police arrested a Berwick...
Morgan City police radio logs for June 11-15
The following are the radio dispatch logs from the Morgan City Police Department. To report unlawful or suspicious activity, call the Police Department at 985-380-4605. 5:44 a.m. 1400 block of Federal Avenue; Animal complaint. 8:10 a.m. 200 block of Arkansas Street; Narcotics. 8:48 a.m. 6400 block of La. 182; Disturbance.
Five juveniles arrested following pursuit that began in Covington; ended in Tangipahoa Parish, sheriff says
HAMMOND, La. (WVUE) - After a police pursuit in Covington, five juveniles were arrested in the Hammond area, according to information from the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office. Covington police say that a vehicle fled after one of their officers initiated a stop due to suspicious activity being reported in...
Mother of rapper shot by Lafayette police officer outside La Bamba club files lawsuit
The mother of Deiondre Solomon, 28, who was fatally shot by an off-duty Lafayette Police officer at a nightclub in April 2023 has sued the officer and others for wrongful death. The lawsuit was filed April 8 in 15th Judicial District Court in Lafayette, but was transferred in May to...
More music in the air; New outdoor stage planned near Mandeville
By this fall, music could be filling the air at Pelican Park in the Mandeville area from an outdoor events stage being built near the park’s Castine Center. Musical performances are being lined up for an inaugural concert season that will run through March. The covered stage will feature...
Mandeville Middle School renamed in honor of Gayle Sloan
Mandeville Middle School was Gayle Sloan’s baby — that’s what speaker after speaker recalled on July 11 as former colleagues, students, parents and family members gathered in the school’s cafetorium to remember and honor the former St. Tammany school system superintendent, who died in 2023. Now...
Fat Boy Phillies brings soul food to Southland Mall with new restaurant location
A Houma-based food truck has branched out with a second location inside Southland Mall. Fat Boy Phillies opened a restaurant inside the mall Friday, July 12. The restaurant is where Chick-Fil-A used to be, next to Pocket Change. It was opened by K.J. Townsend, a Houma chef. More than 40 people were waiting Friday to place their first orders.
New Orleans juice chain backed by Saints stars in legal brawl over control
Main Squeeze Juice Company, a New Orleans-based juice and smoothie franchise chain which counts two former Saints stars among its owners, has become embroiled in a legal tussle with its Arizona-based financial backers for control of the company. The company's majority owner, Conscious Capital Growth, a private investment firm based...
Copeland’s Announces Completion of Slidell Restaurant Renovation
SLIDELL, La (press release) – Copeland’s of New Orleans announces the renovation of its Slidell location. This beloved location maintains its original charm while offering a refreshed dining experience. The $1.4 million renovation on the 8,900-square-foot building follows the successful renovations of the Covington and Kenner locations, showcasing Copeland’s commitment to providing an enhanced dining experience for its guests.
Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette set to close
LAFAYETTE, La. (KADN) — Bismillah Groceries and Kitchen on Congress Street in Lafayette is shutting its doors. According to a post on social media, the business plans to close at the end of July.
Church group meets to oppose St. Vincent de Paul's new proposed shelter
BATON ROUGE - Several church groups came together Monday evening to discuss their opposition to St. Vincent de Paul's plan to add a new shelter in Baton Rouge. Pastors said many expressed concern about their safety, predicting spikes in crime and loitering around the proposed shelter off of North Boulevard.
Former LSUE standout Kole Myers of Jennings drafted in 9th round by Dodgers
EUNICE, La. — Kole Myers became the latest former LSU Eunice standout to hear his name called in the MLB Draft as the outfielder was selected by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the ninth round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Monday. Myers has spent the last two seasons...
State audit of Bogalusa alleges misspent ARPA funds and lack of council oversight
BOGALUSA, La. (WVUE) - A new Louisiana Legislative Auditor report alleges the City of Bogalusa might have violated the state constitution, state law and its own charter. The 70-page report alleges a series of violations, including misspent American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, a lack of city council oversight of government spending and failing to adhere to state finance law.
The Pittsburgh Steelers Will Trade Justin Fields to the New Orleans Saints
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Justin Fields becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded again, it will be to the New Orleans Saints. The Saints...
Outside firm launches probes of officers accused of sharing private info of woman Mayor Cantrell accused of stalking her
An outside firm is investigating complaints lodged against a total of four New Orleans Police Department officers who are accused of improperly accessing and disclosing private information about Anne Breaud, a French Quarter resident who Mayor LaToya Cantrell alleged was stalking her in a court petition that a judge recently tossed.
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