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New water treatment facility will increase Natchitoches’ water capacity, quality of life
NATCHITOCHES, La. (KSLA) - It won’t be long before work begins on a brand new $17 million water treatment plant in Natchitoches. On Wednesday, July 17, city leaders turned over the first shovels of dirt during the plant’s groundbreaking ceremony. Natchitoches Mayor Ronnie Williams says this new plant...
Bunkie woman starts Beba's Bites with daughter's encouragement
Rebecca Johnson’s daughter was her biggest cheerleader when it came to starting her freeze dried candy business Beba’s Bites. “My daughter is like, ‘You know what? you don't ask for anything. Just do it. Just try.’,” said Johnson of Bunkie who was at the Cabrini Farmers Market held from 9-12 p.m. Saturdays in...
Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation announces new board members
NEW ORLEANS – The Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation is proud to announce two local leaders have been selected to join its Board of Directors. Wendy Brunet Burns and Patrick Kiernan were nominated and approved by the board at the June meeting. Burns and Kiernan bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to support the Sports Foundation’s mission of attracting and managing major sporting events that create economic impact and positive media opportunities for the State of Louisiana and the Greater New Orleans area.
Keithville man struck, killed by vehicles named
KEITHVILLE, La. (KSLA) - INFORMATION PROVIDED BY CADDO CORONER’S OFFICE:. A Keithville bicyclist killed when he was struck by two vehicles as he traveled down a rural road early Thursday, July 18, 2024, has been named by the Caddo Parish Coroner’s office. James Evans, 38, was struck by...
Rising funeral costs could foster a new burial trend that's better for the environment
ARKANSAS, USA — Among the unenviable tasks a funeral director has to perform is guiding the grief-stricken through one of the saddest times of their lives and then handing them a bill indicative of one of the most expensive times in their lives. And lately, those costs— more than...
Second victim in New Boston shooting succumbs to injuries; another murder charge pending against suspect
NEW BOSTON, Texas (KSLA) - The second victim of an East Texas shooting is now dead less than two weeks after sustaining life-threatening injuries. On Saturday, July 6, two people were shot in the 300 block of North Lindsey Street in New Boston around 5:42 p.m. Both suffered multiple gunshots wounds. One victim died at the scene. The other victim, later identified as 19-year-old Nicholas Webster, was taken to an area hospital.
Louisiana City Tops List of Cities to Not Buy Property In
Experts are warning investors that they should not buy property in some U.S. cities, and one Louisiana city makes the list. While we often like to think that our state is prospering, there are some parts of the "Bayou State" that are not doing as well as others, and perhaps that is why one city makes the list of worst cities to invest property in.
NAMI merges New Orleans and St. Tammany chapters; novel explores impact of BP oil spill on oyster-farming families
It’s day two of qualifying for November elections and there are already candidates vying to represent Louisiana’s new majority-Black congressional district. The Times Picayune/New Orleans Advocate’s editorial director and columnist Stephanie Grace tells us who is entering this race. The National Alliance on Mental Illness in New...
‘It’s a win, win for everybody,’ radio personality ‘Big Ant’ on 50 Cent investment in Shreveport
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) —Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson was in Shreveport Wednesday and stopped by the local radio station to interview Big Ant Simmons. According to Simmons, the visit was kept under wraps. “It was defiantly planned; everything he does in the city is defiantly planned; I couldn’t...
Movie Based In East Texas Becomes A Surprise Hit At The Box Office
A Film Inspired By An Uplifting True Story That Happened In Shelby County Texas Has Become A Surprise Hit At The Box Office This Summer. Inspired by the powerful true story, Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot, follows Donna and Reverend Martin as they ignite a fire in the hearts of their rural church to embrace kids in the foster system that nobody else would take.
Shreveport sports medicine physician gives tips on creating an exercise training program
There was no shortage of top-tier professional sports to watch on July 13 and 14 — Wimbledon tennis, Tour de France cycling, Copa America soccer, the Scottish Open golf. And at the end of the month, the Summer Olympics in Paris will begin. I'm always in awe of the...
Fishing Frenzy: Opportunities rise as cooler temps & rain approach the Big Country
BIG COUNTRY, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) — With the expected cooler temperatures and rain, now is the perfect time to grab your fishing gear and head to the lake. While temperatures have stayed persistently hot here in the Big Country, we are expecting a brief cool-down. As we go into the start of next week, we will […]
2 arrested in investigation into East Texas kennel where dog died, others found living in ‘unsuitable’ conditions
SHELBY COUNTY, Texas (KETK) — Two people have been arrested for animal cruelty after officials discovered malnourished and mangy dogs at a a facility operated by the City of Center. The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office arrested Robert Lindley, 39 of Center, and Christal Gayle Lindley, 44 of Center, for cruelty to non-livestock animals and determined […]
Evangel football has landed a transfer who is the son of a Hall of Fame legend
The facelift continues for the 2024 Evangel Eagles. A host of players who transferred from other area schools – and didn’t play last season – will be ready to go for head coach Denny Duron for the upcoming season. The latest addition is a 6-foot-5 senior receiver.
50 Cent’s Shreveport Festival Moves Venues
SHREVEPORT, LA - There could be a big change comin for the Humor and Harmony Festival in Shreveport. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has been in town reviewing the plans and checking out the sites for this massive event. He is planning to bring in several events as part of this weekend of celebrations.
Evangel Christian Academy a topic of discussion at SEC Media Days
DALLAS, Texas (KTAL/KMSS) — Mississippi State took center stage at SEC Media Days in Dallas on Wednesday and Shreveport native Blake Shapen was in the center of the conversation. The former Evangel Christian Academy star quarterback is the Bulldogs new quarterback after transferring in from Baylor. In three years...
‘My Baby Is Gone’: 12-Year-Old Shot to Death After Grown Woman Uses Her to Spy on Cheating Boyfriend Amid Louisiana Love Triangle Feud
A Louisiana woman reached a plea deal with prosecutors after being charged with the murder of a young girl who was dragged into a lovers […] ‘My Baby Is Gone’: 12-Year-Old Shot to Death After Grown Woman Uses Her to Spy on Cheating Boyfriend Amid Louisiana Love Triangle Feud
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